Head Teacher (Mortimer Primary School)
Job Summary
Working Pattern:
Full time
Advert Start Date:
20/09/2022
Advert End Date:
Closed for applications on 07/10/2022 12:00
Job Category:
Schools - Leadership
Employment Location:
Mortimer Primary School
Further Information
Head Teacher
(Mortimer Primary School)
L21-L27
NUMBER ON ROLL: 614 including nursery
Required for Summer Term (or earlier where applicable) 2023
Mortimer Primary School is an outstanding school with a strong and successful ethos. Parents, children, governors and staff all view the school as an attractive, caring, busy and orderly community, where each individual can achieve their full educational potential.
Due to the forthcoming retirement of our much-respected Head Teacher an exciting opportunity has arisen for the Governing Board to appoint a dynamic and experienced school leader to take up the role of Head Teacher.
We are seeking to appoint a committed and dedicated leader who is highly motivated and who has a clear vision for the further development of the school and outstanding interpersonal skills.
The successful applicant will:
• Have a strong commitment to sustaining school improvement
• Be committed to the safeguarding and well-being of children
• Be passionate about raising standards and committed to developing the potential of every child
• Maintain a focus to excellence in the teaching and learning through an enriched curriculum
• Have proven leadership and management skills
• Demonstrate sound financial management
• Be approachable, receptive, and able to challenge, motivate and inspire others
• Have high expectations of achievement and behaviour
• Build on the school’s successes and community engagement
Shortlisting: 14 October 2022
Formal Interview: 1 and 2 November 2022
Applicants may contact the school to arrange a visit on (0191) 455 4504.
South Tyneside Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure will be sought along with other relevant pre-employment checks.
To apply for this post please download and complete the application form which is saved in “Supporting Documents” and return this to jobs@southtyneside.gov.uk
Closing date: Noon: Friday 7 October 2022
Please note
This job is closed for applications.