Headteacher

Crowthorne CofE Primary School is seeking to recruit an ambitious and inspirational Headteacher with the educational and leadership skills to ensure that we secure continuous improvement and success for our pupils and staff and to build on the achievements of our current Headteacher, who is retiring.

Located in the heart of the village of Crowthorne in Berkshire, the school is a vibrant part of the local community, and we pride ourselves on the provision of an excellent education for our pupils based on our commitment to the school’s curriculum, which is creative and inclusive, our Christian ethos and to the schools’ vision of:

“Inspiring and enabling our school community to live life to the full, promoting excellence and nurturing compassion, honesty, trust, hope, respect, thankfulness and courage.”

The governors, staff, pupils, and parents are looking for an individual who:

• Has substantial and successful leadership experience as a Headteacher or Deputy Headteacher.
• Will continue to shape our future vison, ethos, and behaviours which embraces excellence, high standards and inclusion.
• Is enthusiastic and engaging in their leadership approach to pupils, staff and parents.
• Understands the importance of creating an inclusive and ambitious learning culture where children are inspired to achieve.
• Can continue the school’s commitment to pupils and to staff development.
• Will promote and support mental health and wellbeing within the school community.
• Will support and further develop the Christian foundation and vision of the school.
• Is committed to engagement with the wider community. 

What we offer:

• An opportunity to lead a school which has an excellent reputation with all stakeholders, is committed to continuous improvement and is financially robust.
• Dedicated staff who are hardworking, committed and want to achieve the very best for their pupils.
• Pupils who enjoy learning and look forward to coming to school every day.
• Committed and supportive governors, parents, and the wider community.

If you have the experience and qualities we are looking for, then we would be delighted to hear from you. Visits to the school are welcomed and encouraged - please contact the school office on 01344 772089 or email secretary@crowthornecofe.co.uk

For more information about this post and how to apply, please review the information pack and application form.

Closing date: Midnight, 4 March 2024 Shortlisting date: 7 March 2024 Interviews: 19 and 20 March 2024

Crowthorne Church of England Primary and Bracknell Forest Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and other pre-employment checks.