Headteacher

Job/ Person Summary

Due to the forthcoming retirement of our highly respected Headteacher in April, the governors, staff and pupils are seeking to appoint a passionate and inspirational leader, with a clear vision to provide a creative curriculum both inside and outside of the classroom. 

The successful candidate will achieve high educational standards, promote a strong Christian ethos, maintain and develop good links with the community and build upon the strengths of our happy school.  

Our latest SIAMS (Statutory Inspection of Anglican and Methodist Schools) was ‘Outstanding’. Our Ofsted rating in April 2017 was ‘Good’ and we are looking for someone who will complete our journey to ‘Outstanding’.   

Our School Community  

St Peter's Church of England Primary School (VA) is a small and friendly primary school. Together with our own Nursery we provide for children from ages 3 to 11 years. We are at the heart of life in the thriving village community of Cassington.  The school promotes Christian values and fosters an environment of spirituality, creativity and respect where everyone is valued. We are part of the Eynsham Partnership Academy and with the Diocese we work together for the benefit of all children within the schools.  

We can offer: 

• highly motivated, well-behaved and caring pupils • enthusiastic, supportive and talented professional staff 

• a supportive governing body committed to your professional development 

• strong links with parents, St Peter’s Church and the wider community.  

We are looking for someone who has: 

• a commitment to the Christian ethos of the school 

• the ability to lead, motivate, influence and inspire children, staff and parents 

• the skills to develop an outstanding curriculum 

• high expectations of children’s achievements and behaviour 

• an inclusive approach, ensuring that all children reach their full potential 

• a good understanding of the analysis of data to raise standards 

• excellent communication skills 

• financial knowledge.

Application Procedure 

We would be delighted to show you around our school; please contact the school office on 01865 880443 to arrange a visit.  

To learn more about us and to access the application pack go to: 

www.st-peters.oxon.sch.uk   

Completed application forms should be sent to the school. 

Unaccompanied CVs will not be accepted. 

Closing date: 5th March 2018 

Interviews will be held: 21st March 2018  

Address: The Green, Cassington, Witney OX29 4DN Tel: 01865 880443

Safeguarding and Child Protection 

St Peter's Church of England Primary School is committed to safer recruitment. All appointments are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.  

Links 

Email: office.3651@st-peters.oxon.sch.uk 

School website: www.st-peters.oxon.sch.uk 

Ofsted report: www.st-peters.oxon.sch.uk/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/St-Peters-Church-of-England-Primary-School-10032483-PDF-Final.pdf 

Information pack: www.st-peters.oxon.sch.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/St.-Peters-information-pack-.pdf 

Application form: Download from www.st-peters.oxon.sch.uk/ 

Map: www.st-peters.oxon.sch.uk/contact/