Headteacher

Headteacher - Are you ready to make a real difference at Outwoods Edge Primary School?

JOB OVERVIEW

We are  seeking to appoint a headteacher who can lead, develop and manage our academy effectively and efficiently,  ensuring  that high quality education is provided for all children.

The right candidate will have the energy and vision to continue developing the school, with high expectation of individual achievement based upon outstanding teaching. This post has arisen due to our current Headteacher moving on after a period of 18 successful years.

WHY CONSIDER Outwoods Edge Community Primary School

Outwoods Edge Community Primary School is a fantastic primary school in Loughborough, a university town between Leicester, Nottingham and Derby. We offer a caring and supportive environment where every child is valued and encouraged to be the best that they can be.

Outwoods Edge serves a diverse community and we recognise that children come to school with different needs, experiences and expectations.  Every day in school is important to ensure that every child can develop a love of learning and a belief in themselves that they can succeed.

We are fortunate to have incredible staff in all areas of the school, who continually work hard to improve our school and the outcomes for all of our pupils. 

JOB REQUIREMENTS

The Head Teacher should hold as a minimum, a B.ED or B.A & PGCE / PGDE or equivalent & have experience of a Leadership post within a Primary School Setting.

Our New Headteacher will be:

• Clear and open about their vision, both professionally and personal.
• A respected leader setting standards for behaviour and discipline.
• A visible presence, for staff, children and parents.
• A teacher at heart, with passion for education.
• Open and approachable.
• Respectful of the value and role of support staff.
• Passionate about providing a rounded and wide curriculum.
• Consistent in approach.
• A leader that people will want to follow. 

WHAT WE CAN OFFER

• A lively, vibrant and creative school with the success of all children at its heart.
• A strong experienced leadership team who will support our new Headteacher.
• Forward thinking, responsive staff who work hard to achieve their targets, encourage children to succeed and exceed their potential.
• A Governing Body who will ensure the strategic direction of the school is clear, being effectively implemented and will provide challenge and support.
• A supportive and/or mentor facility within the Loughborough Primary Academy Partnership who work collaboratively to ensure personal and school success.
• An attractive salary scale with clear specific performance management targets.
• Potential candidates for this role are strongly encouraged to visit the school or to contact us for an informal conversation.

Find out more about this exciting opportunity by visiting our career page and school website.