Headteacher

Headteacher L18-L24 and up to 25% discretionary allowance for exceptional candidate 

Permanent position to start ideally in September 2018 but governors are willing to wait until January 2019 for the right candidate

Rye Oak is a good primary school with an integral autism resource base and two year old provision. It is highly regarded within Southwark Local Authority , modelling many aspects of best practice. We have a highly inclusive ethos, with enthusiastic staff, driven by a passion to make a positive difference to the lives of our children. This vacancy arises because our Headteacher is moving on after 6 years to another Headship at a larger school. We are looking for someone who will take on the leadership of our school community, build our strengths and improve the areas that we could do better at. This is an exciting and challenging opportunity for a highly motivated and dedicated individual with strategic vision and experience.

We can offer:

• A vibrant and forward thinking school with the drive and determination to offer the best. Enthusiastic, motivated and friendly children who are excited about learning.
• A dedicated, hard-working and supportive staff team, with a clear structure of leadership progression. 
• High quality professional learning and development opportunities.

We are looking for:

• An inspirational leader with a strong track record of improving standards.
• An excellent communicator who can drive strategic vision and empower all staff and children to excel.
• A true professional, dedicated to children coming first and committed to continuous school improvement.
• A highly organised, knowledgeable individual in the field of education who can work with financial astuteness. 

If you would like to know more, please come and visit us. We are very proud of Rye Oak and would love to show you why. 

Visits to the school: Please contact Sharon Gilmour (HR Consultant) to arrange a visit to the school. Tel: 020 7639 3914 m) 07905 514723 

E mail: sgilmour@ryeoak.southwark.sch.uk. 

For more information about Rye Oak and this role please visit our website at www.ryeoak.southwark.sch.uk 

Closing date: 12.00 noon on Tuesday 1st May 2018

Shortlisting: Evening of 1st May 2018

Interviews: Friday 4th May 2018

Rye Oak is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We follow the child protection procedures adopted by the Southwark Safeguarding Children’s Board and the school’s safeguarding policy.