Headteacher

Salary Range: Salary level may fall outside of this range for exceptional candidates who can demonstrate a successful history of school improvement.

Reasonable relocation expenses payable by negotiation

JOB/PERSON SUMMARY:

An exciting opportunity has arisen to lead a school with great potential to the next level.

The Governors are seeking a visionary, experienced and innovative leader with the ambition to continue developing the work achieved so far in our school. The candidate will have the capacity to strategically lead and motivate our staff and children. They will provide a strong and caring leadership with the ability to inspire and bring out the best in everyone; have drive, passion for school improvement and the experience to facilitate an evolving curriculum, which encourages children to succeed.

Weston Park Primary School is determined to provide the best for its community.

WE ARE SEEKING A PROFESSIONAL INDIVIDUAL WHO:

• Is an inspirational, strategic and organised leader with a proven track record of improvement
• Is committed to every child achieving his or her potential and can secure consistently high standards in teaching and learning
• Has the highest expectation for learners, staff and the wider community
• Can disseminate consistent teaching and learning strategies throughout the school
• Will empower and inspire staff and children to be the best they can be
• Is able to sustain and accelerate progress in raising standards of teaching and learning
• Is innovative and passionate about improving educational standards
• Who will build upon our good relationships within the school, across partnerships and in the wider community

IN RETURN WE ARE PROUD TO OFFER:

• Children who will appreciate strong leadership to encourage them to strive to do their best and be proud of their school
• A team of staff who are keen to learn and develop their skills and who are committed to raising standards
• A new Governing Body in partnership with the Hamwic Education Trust

BENEFITS:

• Excellent CPD opportunities and Training and Development Programmes
• Access to a Trust Teaching School
• An individual induction programme supported by a mentor
• Networking groups
• Eligibility to join the Teachers’ Pension Scheme
• A tax efficient childcare scheme through salary sacrifice
• Access to the Trust Health and Wellbeing support
• Access to a staff benefits portal through Sodexo and Portsmouth payroll
• Free confidential telephone and face to face counselling for staff and family members

We welcome applications from experienced leaders looking for a fresh challenge. We offer you the support of a loyal team who are dedicated to continuous improvement. We invite you to walk through our doors, meet the staff and pupils and experience the ethos of our school.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Should you wish to apply for this vacancy, please view the job description and further information, and complete the application form, which can be found at www.hamwic.org. Completed applications should be returned to recruitment@hamwic.org

If you would like a tour of the school, please register your interest at recruitment@hamwic.org or contact Joanne Jones by emailing joanne.jones@hamwic.org

Closing Date: Monday 5 November 2018, at midday

Interview Date: w/c 19 November 2018

Tours dates will be agreed.

THE EDWIN JONES PARTNERSHIP

The Edwin Jones Partnership is part of the Hamwic Education Trust. At the Hamwic Education Trust we offer unique opportunities for those individuals that excel in education.

We aim to deliver high quality education to our pupils and to do so we must employ the right people.

We offer a training pathway for all employees including teachers, support staff and our middle and senior leaders.

Our staff have opportunities to work on cross phase projects and to work in other schools within the Trust in order to gain invaluable experience and enhance their skills.

All schools with the Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.