Headteacher
Barnsbury Primary School
Surrey
- Expired
- Salary:
- £59,000 - £68,000
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2015
- Apply by:
- 6 March 2015
Job overview
We are looking for an exceptional Headteacher to take us from good to outstanding.
We are looking for a committed, professional and passionate leader who will build on our existing strengths.
The successful candidate will:
- Have a proven track record in driving through change and delivering excellent performance
- Be able to demonstrate all the key leadership skills
- Be creative and forward thinking
- Have the ability to communicate and implement a shared vision across all stakeholders
- Be able to drive for improvement and challenge underperformance, raising achievement and achieving excellence
- Have a good sense of humour
- Be visible around the school and in the community
- Be an excellent communicator
- Thrive in a collaborative environment
Our school is built on the strong foundation of a Values-led curriculum and we believe our children are capable of making their lives extraordinary. We were graded a ‘Good’ school by OFSTED in March 2012. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Any offer of employment is subject to satisfactory references and Data Barring Service checks.
We are a stand-alone Academy, working as part of the SWAN Umbrella Trust with 4 other local schools.
As our headteacher you will inherit a very strong and committed team of teachers and support staff. Our Governors are fully engaged and supportive. You will be offered continued professional development.
Closing date: Friday, March 6th 2015
Shortlisting: Monday, March 9th 2015
Interviews: Tuesday 24th and Wednesday 25th March 2015
To arrange a school visit, please contact Philippa Moppett, PA to the Head, on 01483 763114
About Barnsbury Primary School
An Exciting New Chapter
Creating an opportunity for Barnsbury children to realise their potential - a new Head, a new vision and a new start. Barnsbury Primary School is built upon a strong foundation and provides a values based curriculum, inspiring children, parents, staff and governors to learn and grow together.
Building on Past Strengths
By uniting two successful schools, we are able to create one dynamic and inspirational centre of excellence, using philosophies and best practices from both schools. These include:
A welcoming and caring ethos
Dedicated and hardworking staff
Excellence in Early Years provision
Superb facilities for outdoor education
Established success in a variety of sports
Excellent out of hours child care provision
Raising Standards
Expectations are set high for our new school. We aim for all children to be inspired and motivated to achieve their full potential and for all members of our school community to become lifelong learners.
Investing in our Future
We believe that Barnsbury children are capable of making their lives extraordinary. We set aspirational targets for improvement that will help our children to choose their path in life, equip them with the skills and understanding to be effective citizens – now and in the future – and develop in them a sense of global awareness. Together, we can make a difference.
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