Principal
Fullhurst Community College
Leicester
- Expired
- Salary:
- L33-39
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2018
- Apply by:
- 17 October 2017
Job overview
Help shape our future. We are seeking a Principal to lead our highly successful college in a tremendously exciting chapter of our history.
The college in 2016 was the highest performing school in Leicester and in the top 7% of schools nationally. In 2017, again we celebrated record outcomes and are seeking to sustain high academic performance as we work with the Leicester City Council in expanding the school from 1000 to 1500 over the next 5 years. It is for this reason that a range of leadership roles have arisen at the College.
You may also be interested in our other Leadership roles: Head of School and Deputy Principal, details of which you can also find in our recruitment pack.
As a college, we passionately believe in transforming the lives of young people from one of the most deprived communities in the UK. With over 50% of our students from disadvantaged backgrounds, we know that our success is genuinely doing this.
The day-to-day challenge of leading Fullhurst cannot be underestimated. Fullhurst needs highly performing leaders who can command the respect of our diverse community, inspire our talented leaders, teachers and support staff, and work enterprisingly within a complex business environment. In return we will give you every professional opportunity and support to succeed.
A letter (maximum 2 sides of A4) detailing why you are a suitable candidate, for the position you are applying for, should accompany your completed application form.
Closing date: Wednesday 18 October at 9am
Interview date: Monday 23rd October
Starting September 2018
Fullhurst Community College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people. Please note that an Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) statement will be obtained for the successful applicant.
Attached documents
About Fullhurst Community College
- Fullhurst Community College
- Imperial Avenue, Leicester
- Leicestershire
- LE3 1AH
- United Kingdom
It is with great pleasure that I introduce myself as the Executive Headteacher of Fullhurst Community College. Thank you for expressing your interest in becoming a part of our school community.
Fullhurst Community College is committed to creating a supportive and inclusive learning environment for our 1500 students, aged 11-16 years. We take pride in offering the highest quality education and personalised learning pathways for every student, a commitment recognised in our recent Ofsted Inspection (September 2023): "Dedicated staff at the school have worked hard to create an inclusive culture."
Our primary objective is to shape successful, confident, and responsible individuals, equipped with both academic qualifications and essential personal and social skills. Acknowledged by Ofsted, our broad and varied curriculum ensures that all students have opportunities to realise their aspirations. “The school has planned an ambitious curriculum to meet the needs of all pupils."
The core values of Respect, Kindness, Determination, and Unity are integral to our success in enabling students to exceed their potential. “These values underpin the strong relationships pupils have with staff and each other. Pupils respect diversity.” (Ofsted September 2023)
Our commitment to excellence extends to equipping our staff with the necessary tools and materials for delivering high-quality education from the start of their career.
Our state-of-the-art facilities at Fosse and Imperial Campuses cater to the diverse needs of our student body, contributing to our 'good' rating across all areas by Ofsted (September 2023).
If you are enthusiastic about contributing to our ongoing success and making a positive impact on the lives of young people, we warmly welcome your application.
We look forward to the possibility of welcoming you to our team of dedicated and outstanding staff.
Christina Bailey, Executive Headteacher
Read our prospectus to find out more >
Executive Headteacher
Mrs Christina Bailey
We can offer you:
• A comprehensive induction process, with all new teaching staff offered a mentor
• Commitment to providing a supportive and developmental culture for all staff, through an extensive CPD programme
• Collaborative planning sessions, where dedicated time is set aside for the department to plan collectively and therefore reduce workload.
• Developmental lesson observations which are not graded
• Free access to our fully equipped on-site gym and preferable rates for college facilities hire
• Cycle to work scheme - designed to promote healthy travel to work and reduce carbon footprint
• Eye care vouchers - help with your eye care if your work involves significant periods of time looking at a computer screen
• Vectis discount card - an easy way to save in store on shopping, eating out and much more
• Annual flu jab - to protect against those winter germs
• Staff can always approach their line manager for assistance but they also benefit from a dedicated team who provide a confidential counselling service offering telephone or face-to-face appointments, 365 days a year
• We’re committed to equality and diversity. We have our very own Stonewall Champion and are committed to equal opportunities for everyone
• We provide a wide range of activities and events for staff to relax and enjoy across the year including staff BBQs and sporting activities
• We are part of the Teachers’ Pension Scheme for teaching staff and the Local Government Pension Scheme for support staff
Ofsted report
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