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Head Teacher

Job Summary
Contract Type:
Permanent
Working Pattern:
Full time
Advert Start Date:
29/06/2017
Advert End Date:
Closed for applications on 13/07/2017 12:00
Salary:
Salary Range L12 – L18
Hours per week:
32.5
Job Category:
Schools - Teaching
Vacancy ID:
164822
Employment Location:
Simonside Primary School, Jarrow
Post Number:
CS14317
Number of posts:
1
Closing date:
13 Jul
Further Information
HEAD TEACHER
(SIMONSIDE PRIMARY SCHOOL, JARROW)
Salary Range L12 – L18

NOR: 260 pupils

Required for 1 January 2018

Simonside Primary School is at the heart of the local community and our school prides itself on its positive, friendly and supportive atmosphere where children and staff are encouraged to be the best that they can be and to reach their full potential.

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 aim to provide each child with a love of learning and the drive and self-belief to aim high.”

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 to developing the potential of every child;
• Maintain a focus to excellence in the teaching and learning through an enriched curriculum;
• Be approachable, receptive and able to challenge, motivate and inspire others;
• Have high expectations of achievement, behaviour and attendance.

We can offer you:
• The opportunity to work in a school with a positive and caring ethos;
• The support of our friendly and forward thinking team of staff and Governors;
• Enthusiastic children who are eager to learn and are proud of their school;
• Established working relationships with parents and the local community;
• The opportunity to actively engage in your continued professional development.

Please contact the Head Teacher, Mrs H Bland to arrange a visit to the school, on (0191) 489 8315.

Short listing date: Wednesday 19 July 2017

Interview date: Thursday 28 September 2017

The Governing Board and South Tyneside Council are 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 and completion of a disqualification by association declaration form (Childcare Disqualifications Regulations 2009).

To find out more about this role and to apply please visit www.southtyneside.gov.uk alternatively you can email jobs@southtyneside.gov.uk or call (0191) 455 4968. BT Typetalkers welcome.

Closing date: Noon, Thursday 13 July 2017.
Please note
This job is closed for applications.