Headteacher at Whitley Memorial C of E Primary School
Job Summary
Working Pattern:
Full time
Advert Start Date:
26/02/2021
Advert End Date:
Closed for applications on 08/03/2021 12:00
Salary:
£59,581 - £68,347
Job Category:
Schools - Teaching
Employment Location:
Whitley Memorial C of E Primary School, Bedlington
Further Information
Whitley Memorial C of E Primary School,
Gordon Terrace, Bedlington, Northumberland,NE22 5DE
'Let your Light Shine' (Matt 5:16)
At Whitley Memorial C of E Primary School we pride ourselves in providing a happy, safe and nurturing environment. The whole staff work closely together to offer a wide range of exciting, creative and inclusive learning opportunities. We want all the children to enjoy coming to school and value the strong relationships that we build with our families.
We believe children deserve the best start to life that we can offer and we are privileged to be an important part of this journey.
Our core values are at the heart of our school ethos and Christian environment. These values form the scaffold of our half-termly worship themes and are also taught explicitly throughout the school. Our values are: Thankfulness, Trust, Perseverance, Justice, Service, Truthfulness, Generosity, Compassion, Courage, Forgiveness, Friendship and Respect.
Headteacher
Group 2, a primary school of approximately 255 pupils plus a 52 place nursery
Salary: Individual School Range L15 – L21 (£59,581 - £68,347 per annum)
Contract: Permanent
Required from 1st September 2021
The Governing board of the Primary School seeks to appoint a highly motivated and enthusiastic Headteacher to lead and be part of a committed staff team. Whitley Memorial Church of England Primary School is a church school situated in the South East of Northumberland.
Governors are looking to appoint an outstanding leader who will promote a culture of excellence in our school. Governors, staff and pupils are looking for someone who will:
- Uphold the schools’ distinctive Christian vision so that it is understood by all and runs throughout the life of the school.
- Be ambitious for all our children - have high expectations of teaching and learning, and a curriculum which provides opportunities and experiences that enable all children to succeed.
- Engage effectively, communicate well and build upon the positive relationships within our community.
- Be ready to drive our school forward, particularly into our extended primary provision.
- Be passionate about promoting and enabling all adults and children to flourish.
- Have an outward looking approach - know how to negotiate the changing educational landscape.
We can offer:
- Pupils who are proud of their achievements and are eager to learn.
- The commitment of a strong staff team and cohesive governing board.
- Strong relationships with parents and the wider community.
- Well established partnerships with the Church, the Diocese and the Local Authority.
- Opportunities for personal and professional development.
Whitley Memorial C of E Primary School is committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for this post.
Interested candidates are invited to visit the school prior to their application. Please contact our Business Manager - Jeanette Dajoux on 01670 822994 or admin@whitley.northumberland.sch.uk
Further information can also be found on our website; http://www.whitley.northumberland.sch.uk/website, and please refer to our Ofsted reports at https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/21/122281
Please provide the details of two referees (one of whom should be your current employer). If you wish the Governors to give particular consideration to your application on the grounds of religious commitment, please provide the name and address of your parish priest or minister who may be asked for a reference. References will not be taken up without prior consent.
Applicants who have applied for this post previously need not apply.
Application forms and further details are obtainable by downloading an applicants pack and sending your completed application form to headships@northumberland.gov.uk
Closing date: Noon, Monday 8th March 2021
Please note
This job is closed for applications.