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Headteacher

Job Summary
Contract Type:
Permanent
Working Pattern:
Full time
Advert Start Date:
01/10/2024
Advert End Date:
18/10/2024 12:00
Salary:
L12 - L16 (£65,286 - £72,162)
Job Category:
Schools - Leadership
Vacancy ID:
270887
Employment Location:
TS24 7LE
Post Number:
PR
Closing date:
18 Oct
Further Information
Head Teacher, Ward Jackson C of E Primary School

NoR: 124

Salary ISR 2: L12-L16

www.wardjackson.net


Following the promotion to the Diocese of our highly regarded current head teacher, Ward Jackson C of E Primary School is looking for an inspirational, highly effective and compassionate headteacher to join our successful, nurturing school which is filled with wonderful children.

We are looking to appoint an exceptional, pro-active leader and team player who is guided by our Christian Values. The new headteacher will build on the many existing strengths of the school and support and encourage all with a determination to ensure all members of our school community thrive and surpass their potential.

Ward Jackson is part of the Durham and Newcastle Diocesan Learning Trust.


The successful candidate will:

• be a positive and aspirational role model,

• lead a dedicated, enthusiastic, professional team of highly motivated staff who put the children at the heart of everything they do,

• have a commitment and ability to communicate and promote our Christian Values and principles through all aspects of school life,

• have a proven record of leading, managing, developing, inspiring and motivating staff,

• have firm understanding of managing a high level of SEN

• be an exemplary leader of teaching and learning,

• demonstrate the skills needed to develop and maintain an outstanding learning environment which delivers an excellent, well-rounded education, celebrating academic, emotional and spiritual achievement which prepares everyone to fulfil their full potential in an inclusive environment in God’s World,

• have excellent interpersonal skills,

• embrace diversity and foster an environment of inclusion and equality across the whole school community.


We can offer you:

• a rewarding and highly fulfilling role whilst you lead the school on its continuing journey,

• a dedicated, driven and talented staff team,

• an extended family of delightful children,

• a high level of support from governors and trustees,

• a career in a forward thinking Trust.


The Academy Council of this school are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal records check via the Disclosure and Barring Service.

We warmly welcome all applicants to visit the school and you are welcome to contact us to arrange an informal discussion. For a school visit please contact David Akers (Headteacher) to arrange a suitable date and time and for an informal discussion about the role please contact Paul Rickeard CEO paul.rickeard@dndlt.co.uk

Applications must be returned to the email address paul.rickeard@dndlt.co.uk

Closing Date: Friday 18th October 2024
Shortlisting: Monday 21st October 2024
Interview Date: 24th October 2024
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