Headteacher

Job Summary

Contract Type:

Permanent

Working Pattern:

Full time

Advert Start Date:

16/03/2023

Advert End Date:

Closed for applications on 03/04/2023 08:00

Salary:

£56,796 - £65,699

Hours per week:

full time

Job Category:

Schools - Leadership

Vacancy ID:

241593

Employment Location:

Silver Tree Primary School and Nursery

Number of posts:

Closing date:

3 Apr

Further Information

Headteacher
Group 2 L11-L17 £56,796 – £65,699
Permanent
Required for 1st September 2023.

Governors seek to appoint a committed, dynamic and experienced school leader to join our effective and dedicated team as headteacher.

Silver Tree Primary School and Nursery is at the heart of the Ushaw Moor community and the school prides itself on its friendly, nurturing and supportive environment where children and staff are encouraged to be the best that they can be.

Governors are seeking to appoint a committed and dedicated leader who is highly motivated with excellent interpersonal skills.

We are looking for someone who will:

• have strong leadership experience and the skills to lead, motivate, inspire and excite;
• be an excellent leader, with a proven track record in raising standards;
• continue to move the school forward with vision and passion and strive for excellence;
• provide a happy, safe, inclusive learning environment within the school;
• engage effectively, communicate well and build upon positive relationships with children, staff, families and the wider community;
• be dedicated to improving learning and helping children to achieve their potential;
• be committed to an inclusive approach, with the belief that all children can succeed.

We can offer you:

• enthusiastic, happy and confident children who are proud of their achievements and eager to learn;
• a dedicated and talented team of caring staff;
• a fully supportive school leadership team and governing body;
• positive relationships with parents and the wider community;
• a welcoming ethos and a sense of community;
• access to a comprehensive induction programme for headteachers working in Durham local authority;
• continued opportunities for professional development, including national qualifications.

Applicants will need to provide leadership of a high quality in the academic, pastoral and management fields and be able to show evidence of the successful implementation of change.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and, if successful, you will need to apply for an enhanced DBS disclosure.

As a disability confident employer, we are committed to employing disabled people and people with health conditions, making reasonable adjustments to support disabled applicants when required.

The ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.

Completed application forms should be returned to EDGS.Administration@durham.gov.uk.

Closing date: Monday 3rd April 2023 at 8am
Interview date: Friday 28th April 2023

Silver Tree Primary School and Nursery
Durham Road,
Ushaw Moor,
Durham
DH7 7LF

Tel: 0191 373 0622
Email: silvertree@durhamlearning.net
Website: www.silvertreeprimary.co.uk
FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/Silvertreeprimaryschool