Tenure: Permanent
Contracted Hrs: 1.0 FTE
Salary: L15 – L21, £62,560 to £72,480
Start Date: 29th August 2023
Head Teacher
Highgate Primary School
Are you someone who is passionate about improving the lives of young people?
Are you looking to make an impact in the community?
Would you like to develop your skills as a leader?
An exciting opportunity has arisen for someone to join our Trust as Head Teacher at Highgate Primary School in the role. The Head Teacher will be responsible for the leadership and development of the school and providing the best possible outcomes for our pupils and supporting the communities we serve. Highgate is on its journey to improvement and we seek a Head Teacher who is capable of leading the school on its continued journey. This role is a rewarding one with a successful candidate having the opportunity to work within a supportive school and wider Trust team. We are a supportive and collaborative Trust with Head Teachers being key decision makers within our organisation.
The ideal candidate will:
- Place safeguarding at the heart of everything they do
- Be an excellent practitioner that informs their leadership style
- Be kind, nurturing and a role model to all
- Possess a strong educational philosophy that is centered around evidence base
- Be able to develop staff and prioritise whole staff wellbeing
In return we offer:
- Teachers Terms & Conditions
- Opportunity to work within a collaborative and supportive team
- Access to the Bradgate Learning Alliance to share best practice, learn and network with other colleagues
- Opportunities for career development with access to professional development, apprenticeships and training schemes
- Access to the generous Teachers Pension Scheme
- Employee Support Service (counselling) for employees and close family members (24/7 support)
- Employee Discount and Benefit Scheme
Applications
If you would like to discuss this post or arrange a visit to the Trust and discuss this post with one of our Directors of Education, Nicola Harwood or Marie Collins prior to applying please contact:
To apply for the position:
1. Apply using the online application form via Eteach.
2. Complete the 'Supporting Statement' section outlining the reasons why you are applying and your suitability for the position and a response to the following question:
- How would you in this post support the Trust in fulfilling its values of ambitious, collaborative and ethical?
Application Closing Date: 9am, Friday 21st April 2023
Provisional Interview Date: Thursday 27th April 2023
Highgate 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 undertake an Enhanced Disclosure form the DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service).