Headteacher

The Governors of this caring, vibrant and popular community school seek an exceptional Headteacher with a proven track record of raising achievement for every pupil.

Established in 2001, Fynamore Primary School is a 14-class primary school (NOR 407) which is very proud of its highly inclusive ethos.

Following a recent ‘Good’ Ofsted inspection, our current Headteacher hanging up her headteacher hat and moving onto exciting new challenges, we are looking for a dynamic and inspirational leader with the commitment to build on the school’s inclusive provision and lead it to its next exciting phase of development from January 2025.

Our Headteacher will:

• Enjoy considerable autonomy 
• Lead our school towards a shared and inclusive vision of excellence
• Drive and inspire the highest standards of teaching and learning
• Provide strong, visible and inspirational leadership
• Nurture positive and caring relationships with our children

As a school we offer:

• A vibrant and positive environment 
• Happy, considerate and enthusiastic pupils
• An experienced, committed and hard-working Senior Leadership Team
• An exceptional team of teachers and support staff
• An effective, supportive and knowledgeable Governing Body
• A good reputation with parents and the local community

Find out more and apply:

We would encourage prospective candidates to visit our school during the mornings of 6th or 11th June 2024, or alternatively any time on 13th June 2024. To arrange this please contact the school office on 01249 810090.

Please download and read the recruitment pack carefully before you apply.

Closing date: Midday on 19th of June 2024

Interview date: Interviews are scheduled for 4th and 5th of July 2024 but the general election announcement means that we have identified 18th and 19th of July 2024 as contingency dates, in case the school needs to be used as a polling station. Candidates will need to make themselves available for both days.

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check to satisfy Safer Recruitment / Child Protection requirements before appointment is confirmed. This post is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation for Offenders Act and all convictions/cautions must be declared.