Headteacher
Balaam Wood School
Birmingham
- Expired
- Salary:
- ISR L23-L29
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2017 (or earlier if available)
- Apply by:
- 27 February 2017
Job overview
Balaam Wood is a much smaller than average 11-16 maintained secondary school serving the community of Frankley. Balaam Wood is seen as the “anchor of the community” and there is a growing confidence in the school’s ability to provide an outstanding educational experience for the young people we serve. This is resulting in increased student numbers.
We are seeking to appoint a Headteacher to build on the undoubted strengths of the school and who shares an unwavering determination to continue on our journey to outstanding.
You will be a driven individual, determined to create the best possible opportunities, experience and outcomes for our students, staff and the wider community whilst maximising the advantages associated with a small school.
We are seeking a Headteacher who can lead with clarity and integrity, inspire and influence others and who has the rigour and passion to make our school a great place to learn.
Candidates are very welcome to visit our school. To arrange a visit or for any other enquiries, please use the contact details below. Please note that Half Term is 20th -24th February.
An application pack and further details about the role and the school are available from Elizabeth Wills, PA to the Senior Leadership Team. All completed applications should be returned electronically to the contact details below.
Miss Elizabeth Wills (PA to the Senior Leadership Team)
Direct Line: 0121 675 5448 School Switchboard: 0121 464 9901
Email: e.wills@bwschool.org.uk
Closing Date: Monday 27th February 2017 @ 12 noon
Interviews: Thursday 9th – Friday 10th March 2017.
Balaam Wood School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers, Criminal Records Bureau and of qualifications.
About Balaam Wood School
Balaam Wood School is a co-educational school based in Birmingham for students aged 11-16. It is a non-denominational school.
Headteacher
Damian McGarvey
Values and vision
Balaam Wood School has high aspirations for every single one of its pupils. It aims to challenge and support every pupil to achieve the best results they possibly can.
The school believes every one of its members have a key role to play in creating a highly-motivated learning community, enjoying the challenge of raising standards and promoting pride in academic achievement.
It wishes for all of its pupils to develop a ‘can do’ attitude, be confident, adaptable, resilient and independent and develop all important employability skills.
Balaam Wood School also aims for its team of teachers and support staff to work in close partnership with parents, carers, governors and the wider community to offer the best educational opportunities for all of its pupils.
Ofsted
“Teachers promote literacy effectively. Pupils are encouraged consistently to write accurately, and articulate ideas orally. Governors have a good knowledge of the school, and are providing increasingly effective challenge to senior leaders. Staff take rigorous measures to ensure the wellbeing of pupils, many of whom have complex needs. Safeguarding is effective. The school promotes strong spiritual, moral and social values, including respect for those from different cultural backgrounds. Pupils receive good advice on their future careers.”
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