Head of Primary (0.2fte job share)
Prendergast Primary School (Ladywell)
Lewisham
- Expired
- Salary:
- Inner London Leadership Scale L14 – L18 (pro-rata)
- Job type:
- Part Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- 1 September 2019
- Apply by:
- 25 March 2019
Job overview
We wish to appoint an inspirational leader to join our school as Head of Primary on a 0.2fte job share basis from September 2019.
As Head of Primary you will have joint responsibility for the leadership and management of our primary phase, working closely with your job share partner and the Headteacher in shaping our strategic vision. You will be an integral member of the school’s Headship Team and supported in your role by our talented and enthusiastic primary team.
The successful candidate will have established a track record of securing the best possible learning outcomes (with respect to attainment and progress) of all learners, be that at EYFS, KS1 or KS2. You will be an outstanding classroom practitioner with the proven ability to lead and influence others to achieve exceptional performance, holding them accountable to the highest expectations with respect to their own practice and the learning of the children in their care.
Prendergast Primary School is part of Prendergast Ladywell School, an all-through school from EYFS to Year 11. The primary phase opened in 2014 and benefits from a purpose built primary building, as well as a stunning outdoor space which includes specifically designed play areas for Reception, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2, as well as the school's own Nature Reserve. The school is fortunate to be one of the only primary schools in Lewisham to have its own Teaching Kitchen classroom.
Being part of a successful Federation of Schools, located in easy travelling distance of each other, enables the schools to support each other and share best practice and resources. It also enables the Federation to offer staff the opportunity to develop their career as we are committed to developing and promoting from within wherever possible.
We offer a comprehensive and supportive induction programme for all new staff. You will also have access to a rich and varied CPD programme within the school and across the Federation.
Visits to the school are welcome, please contact Fatima Gordon, PA to Headteacher via email F.Gordon@prendergast-ladywell.com or telephone 020 8613 7422 to arrange.
To apply please click here .
Closing date: 9:30am on 25 March 2019
Interviews: Tuesday 2 April 2019
Please note CVs are not accepted.
The Leathersellers’ Federation of schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and all employees are required to have an Enhanced DBS Disclosure.
Appointment will be subject to qualifications, experience checks and satisfactory references.
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About Prendergast Primary School (Ladywell)
- Prendergast Primary School (Ladywell)
- Manwood Road, Brockley
- London
- SE4 1SA
- United Kingdom
Our wonderful site is located right next to Ladywell Fields and includes a purpose-built primary building, and a stunning outdoor space, including specifically designed play areas for Reception, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2. Our pupils also learn and have fun in our Nature Reserve and multi-use games area, enjoying regular and extended time outdoors, throughout the year.
We are part of an 'all-through’ school up to age 16, with our secondary phase situated in a separate building, next to the primary. As part of the Leathersellers Federation, we are also fortunate to be affiliated with Prendergast School, at Hilly Fields where Sixth Form provision is situated.
In our most recent Ofsted inspection, our Early Years provision gained an Outstanding judgement, and we were particularly praised for the positive links that we make with our families; this is something that we have continued to nurture, as we are well aware of the positive impacts of the home-school relationship on pupil outcomes. We actively encourage parents to be closely involved in their child’s education.
At Prendergast Primary, children and creativity are at the centre of everything we do; our aim is to provide a stimulating learning environment in which children are excited to learn and are given the confidence to achieve their potential. Children are invited to solve problems, reflect on their feelings and learning, and create their own learning journeys. We believe that every pupil can and will Achieve Excellence; in fact it’s the motto on our school crest. Our curriculum is varied and challenging and aims to represent our diverse and rich community.
We are a school that CARES; where Community, Ambition, Resilience, Effort, and Success are valued. We have a dedicated staff team who are committed to achieving the very best for each child within our care. The Prendergast Primary Counselling Service and our Share & Care system are just some of the ways we recognise the importance of mental health and support the wellbeing of our school community.
The opportunity we have, as Co-Heads, to jointly lead the Prendergast Primary is an apt example of the flexibility and forward-thinking approach of our Federation. We feel delighted that our shared leadership is both beneficial to us personally and supports the development of our school. We are Stronger Together; we contribute to and benefit from the collaboration and support of the Leathersellers' Federation Vision and Values
Vivien Nicholls and Jill Palliser - Co-Heads of School
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