Head of Primary Phase
Haberdashers' Crayford Academy
Crayford/Bexley, Kent
- Quick apply
- Expired
- Salary:
- £63,086 to £72, 555 - Salary commensurate with experience
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2018
- Apply by:
- 26 April 2018
Job overview
Head of Primary Phase
Full time, Permanent
September 2018
The Haberdashers’ Aske’s Federation is a flourishing family of three all-through 3-18 academies, a primary Free School and a Teaching School. Our reputation is built upon a tradition of high standards and academic excellence. We are committed to unlocking the potential of every pupil at every stage in their education.
The primary phase in Crayford Academy is located across two sites, our North and South campuses. All primary children have an automatic right of entry to the highly successful secondary phase. The North Campus in Slade Green is a two form entry school, whereas the South Campus, at Crayford, is a single form entry school. This year we plan to expand our leadership structure in line with other primary schools within our Federation and have Primary Headteachers on both campuses, rather than one Headteacher overseeing the whole primary phase.
Significantly, we plan to disaggregate the primary schools from the secondary phase to ensure that our Primary Headteachers are afforded greater autonomy within the Crayford cluster. You will have responsibility for managing the finances of your school, staffing, accountability for pupil outcomes and securing a favourable inspection judgement.
Our focus is firmly set on pupils and their outcomes and maximizing every possibility that exists for children to do well. By making the quality of leadership at all levels a priority, we will ensure all schools within the Crayford cluster are high performing schools, by which we mean functioning within the top 25% of schools nationally.
With such a large proportion of our secondary intake coming from our primary phase, transition work is a priority for the Primary Head teacher. This means making sure that the number of children who are secondary-ready is at least in line with national average. We place a strong emphasis on the importance of knowledge in literacy and numeracy, whilst developing the character of pupils. Primary teaching staff are dynamic and able, and seek strong guidance to deliver the outcomes we expect from our pupils.
We are looking for a talented individual who shares the school’s vision to provide an exceptional comprehensive education. You will need to demonstrate commitment to your own education and be driven and ambitious with strong leadership skills
If you are appropriately qualified, have relevant experience either as an existing primary headteacher or experienced deputy head, and are ready to accept the challenge of this demanding job, we look forward to receiving your application.
For futher information or to apply, please visit the website www.haaf.org.uk to download the application pack and complete an application form. Please return the application form to Lauren Exford, HR Administrator (crayfordhr@haaf.org.uk), quoting reference number:
040/Primary Headteacher/2017-18/CALE
Haberdashers’ Aske’s Crayford Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Closing date: 27th April 2018
Interview date: TBC
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About Haberdashers' Crayford Academy
Haberdashers’ Academies Trust South is a Multi-Academy Trust of nine schools, (four secondary and five primary). These are currently organised as four ‘clusters with sites in Southwark, London New Cross, London, Bromley, Kent and Bexley, Kent.
We provide targeted support and a broad education to enable each and every one of our students to reach their full potential and to grow into well-rounded members of our community and aim to ensure all the children and young people who come to our schools:
- Are happy and safe at school and are able to learn successfully within a supportive environment
- Are able to achieve their full potential personally, academically and socially.
- Develop and grow as independent, resourceful and resilient individuals.
- Are equipped with the skills, qualifications and love of learning they will need to be successful in the world they will join as adults.
At Crayford Academy, education and excellence go hand in hand. Our dedicated team are committed to providing a dynamic and engaging learning environment for our pupils that is safe and supportive too. We strive to create a culture of curiosity, creativity and critical thinking that prepares our students for success in their futures whatever they may be.
Our state-of-the-art facilities provide endless opportunities for exploration and discovery, while our diverse range of extracurricular activities and clubs allow our pupils to pursue their passions and develop their talents to the fullest.
Our pupils are at the heart of everything we do. Our pastoral team give individualised attention and teaching staff give personalised learning plans, we work closely with each student to help them reach their full potential. We foster a positive and inclusive community where all students feel valued and respected. Our School was inspected by OFSTED in December 2022 with inspectors stating “Pupils are part of a strong and inclusive community. They meet the high expectations placed on them and have positive attitudes to learning”. OFSTED graded our school “GOOD” in all areas, you can read the full report here
We are proud of the achievements of our pupils and the impact they make in the world. Our most recent GCSE results place us in the top 20% of schools nationally, we are oversubscribed in year 7 and our 6th form continues to grow. Our pupils leave Crayford Academy with the skills, knowledge and confidence to make a meaningful difference in their communities and beyond.
Here at Crayford Academy, we believe that every student has the potential to achieve great things, we are “shaping futures” daily. Join us on this journey of discovery, and see for yourself the exciting and dynamic learning experience we offer.
In return, we can offer you an enhanced salary package which is not only higher than the national average, but also exceeds that of other Bexley Schools, making us a financially rewarding place to work.
For further information about the school please go to www.habscrayford.org.uk
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