Head Teacher

Virginia Primary School                    

Virginia Road

London

E2 7NQ

Acting Head teacher: Barbara Lo Giudice

Tel: 020 7739 6195

Fax: 020 7739 1685

Email: admin@virginia.towerhamlets.sch.uk 

Are you an outstanding teacher who is committed to developing the whole child?

Do you have exceptional leadership skills?

Do you believe in making a difference to children’s lives through excellent learning opportunities?

If so you could be the person our children need!

Head Teacher Leadership Scale L14 – L18

We are an Outstanding one form entry primary school in the London Borough of Tower Hamlets. Virginia is a happy and inclusive school that provides an excellent education for all its children. We strongly believe in inspiring all to be the very best they can be and we have high aspirations for our school community. Our values of inclusion, development, empowerment and achievement drive our vision so that we are continually improving outcomes for all. Our children embody our values and are committed to equality and respect for all. We want our children to feel connected to the world they live in and to develop a hopeful view of the world.

The successful candidate will:

• Have a deep knowledge and understanding of how children learn and develop

• Be an inspiration to others with the ability to enthuse, motivate and challenge

• Be well organised and have strong interpersonal skills

• Have experience of developing school vision, strategic direction and school development priorities

The role offers:

• The opportunity to develop leadership skills in a vibrant and successful school

• The opportunity to teach our highly enthusiastic, caring children who love learning

• An opportunity to work in partnership with a dedicated staff team and governing body

Virginia Primary 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 posts are subject to pre-employment checks.  References will be sought and successful candidates will need to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check

Please note:

• We do not accept applications from agencies 

• Experience at least at Deputy Head level

• Please note if you are shortlisted you will be asked to take a psychometric test to help us get to know you better 

Please return the completed application form to: headship@epm.co.uk

Closing date: Friday 14 August at 12.00 

Interviews: Thursday 24th and Friday 25 September

We appreciate that candidates might want to visit the school and we will endeavour to make this possible considering government guidelines regarding social distancing. We plan to invite candidates to the school for interviews but please be aware that Government guidance or personal circumstances might make this more difficult for individuals during Covid-19. We will endeavour to make alternative arrangements for anyone who is unable to attend in person and safer working guidance will be followed.

You can find more information about Virginia Primary School at:  https://www.virginia.towerhamlets.sch.uk/