Head Teacher

Our new Head Teacher will be adventurous, creative and wise.

We are seeking an innovative Head Teacher to lead and inspire the school community and drive the school forward following recent expansions to address its current challenges and raise achievement.

St. Stephen’s is a popular, happy, two form entry Church Primary School, with nursery provision for children from the age of two years, in the West Bowling area of Bradford.

Our vision at St Stephen’s is for learning to be creative, reflective and fun. The school aspires to high standards of progress and attainment for all pupils.

With strong vision and drive to build on current progress, our new Head Teacher will:

• Cherish our children to grow and fulfil their potential
• Be an inspirational, dynamic and compassionate leader, creative in initiatives which strengthen the performance of the school
• Working with the school’s vision, develop the capacities that will enable St. Stephen’s to take advantage of the emerging educational landscape of school-led improvement
• Develop leadership capacity within the schools
• Be outward looking, recognising the key contribution the school makes within the community

As Head of this ambitious school, our new Head Teacher can expect:

• A community where all are passionate about providing the best possible education for our pupils
• A hardworking and supportive staff team
• A committed and skilled governing body that offers scope, challenge and support
• Confident, motivated and well behaved pupils
• A commitment to your continuing professional development
• Opportunities to develop leadership capacity within and beyond the school

Visits to the school are encouraged.

Please contact the School Business Manager, (Louise Hurley, telephone number: 01274 731698) in order to make an appointment.

Interested candidates are requested to apply online for this post. To download the job details and apply - please visit www.prospectsonline.co.uk

Closing Date: 12 noon, Monday 8th January 2018
Shortlisting: Thursday 11th January 2018
Assessment Process and Interviews: Monday 22nd and Tuesday 23rd January 2018

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

All posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check

Proof of eligibility to work in the UK will be required

Please note: CVs are not accepted for this post

St Stephen’s Voluntary Aided Church of England Primary School
Gaythorne Road, West Bowling, Bradford, BD5 7HU
Tel: 01274 731698, Email: office@ststephens.bradford.sch.uk  
Web: www.ststephens.bradford.sch.uk