Headteacher

“High expectations, by all, for all, reflecting the example of Jesus.”

We are an outstanding, thriving, over-subscribed, successful and friendly Foundation C of E primary school including nursery, with a strong Christian ethos embedded into our daily life. We are a one-form entry school where every name is known.

Due to the retirement of our long serving, much loved and highly regarded Headteacher, the governors of St Luke’s C.E. Primary School are seeking to appoint a dynamic and exceptional leader with the values and vision to build on our school’s many strengths and achievements.

We are looking for someone who:

• will uphold the Christian ethos of this caring school
• has a commitment to putting children first
• is an outstanding teacher with significant leadership experience
• has effective listening and communication skills
• will work as part of a committed team of excellent teachers
• has experience of working in partnership with parents and governors
• will inspire pupils, staff, parents and the whole school community

We can offer you:

• happy, motivated and high achieving children
• an Outstanding School
• a friendly and inclusive working environment
• a strong and supportive leadership team and governing body
• the chance to present a vision for the future
• the opportunity to initiate and carry forward significant change within our vibrant community

Visits to the school are encouraged and expected. Please contact our Assistant Head (Management) Teresa Payton on 020 8546 0902 for an appointment. Our school website is http://www.stlukes.kingston.sch.uk

The Application Pack, including School Information and the Person Specification, and Job Description and Application Form are in the Supplementary Documents.

Applications should be accompanied by a personal statement (no more than 3 sides of A4, 10 point font) detailing why you believe St Luke’s is the right school for your next appointment.

Application form and personal statement should be returned to St Luke’s School, f.a.o. The Chair of Governors.

Closing date for applications is 12 noon on Monday 27th April 2015; shortlisting that evening; interviews in Friday 8th May.

St Luke’s C.E. Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undergo a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check. The school is committed to, and actively promotes, equal opportunities for all its pupils and staff.

St Luke’s C.E. Primary School,
Acre Road,
Kingston,
KT2 6EN.

Tel: 020 8546 0902
Email: office@stlukes.rbksch.org

NOR: 292 (326 in Sept 2015) 1FE - Nursery: 56 (included in above figure)