Headteacher

Our long-standing, dynamic and well respected head teacher is retiring Easter 2017. The governors, staff and children of Woodthorpe J.I. School are seeking a new head teacher to lead, inspire and develop our popular and thriving school.

Woodthorpe J.I. School has a supportive and friendly staff and governors who are committed to maintaining high standards by achieving the best for all pupils. We are proud to be judged ‘Outstanding’ in our last OFSTED report.
Our mission is to lay the foundation for a fulfilling life by promoting a joy of learning in every child enabling them to reach their full potential within our happy secure and caring environment.

We can offer:

• Highly motivated, friendly and well behaved pupils who enjoy learning
• A strong, dedicated, skilled and enthusiastic staff team, committed to the development of our children
• An active, engaged and supportive governing body dedicated to moving the school forward
• Supportive parents/carers who want the best for their children
  Key Requirements - we are looking to recruit a head teacher who will:
• Have a clear educational philosophy and vision which focusses on raising achievement and standards across the whole school
• Maintain our culture of high expectations of attainment and progress
• Lead by example in promoting our pupils’ welfare, learning, emotional well-being and happiness
• Promote inclusion and diversity
• Have the personality, skills and understanding to lead and manage a highly effective team
• Have a proven record of effective leadership and management
• Lead the school community with enthusiasm and a continuous drive towards excellence
• Be committed to working in partnership with governors, staff, parents/carers, key partners and the local community to ensure the future development of Woodthorpe J.I. School

Closing Date: Friday 28 October 2016, 12 noon
Shortlisting: Wednesday 2 November 2016.
Interview and selection Process: Tuesday 22 November 2016.

For further details and application form, please contact the Response Handling Unit on 0121 464 6488 (24 hour answerphone) or email CSURecruitment@birmingham.gov.uk quoting ref ES1873TB.

We encourage visits to the school. You are welcome – we enjoy sharing what makes Woodthorpe a special place. Visits to the school are arranged by appointment with the school office.

Woodthorpe J.I. School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to all necessary pre-employment checks, including: an enhanced DBS; Prohibition check; Childcare Disqualification (where applicable); qualifications (where applicable); medical fitness; identity and right to work.  All applicants will be required to provide two suitable references.

Add to applicant pack:

It is our policy to take up two references. In the case of applicants currently employed as a Head Teacher these should be from:
• The Local Authority or Academy Trust where you are currently employed
• Your Chair of Governors
In the case of applicants who are not Head Teachers we will expect references from:
• The Head of your current or most recent school
• A referee who can report on your professional skills, including leadership and management

Woodthorpe J.I. School, Greenwood Close, Kings Heath, Birmingham, B14 6ET, Tel: 0121 464 5203, Fax: 0121 464 4027
E-mail: enquiry@woodthorpe-school.com
Website: http://www.woodthorpe-school.com
Head teacher: Mrs H. Brigham