Headteacher

Are you an enthusiast with a passion for children and education?

If so, we would love you to lead Sir Robert Geffery’s School.

This fantastic opportunity has arisen due to the impending retirement of our current Headteacher. The Governing Body are now seeking to appoint an inspirational and motivated Headteacher who will be passionate about the education and welfare of our pupils and staff and build upon the strengths and achievements of the school. The successful applicant will be someone with outstanding ability, vision and potential, who would welcome the opportunity to prove themselves in the context of our school.

Sir Robert Geffery’s School stands out as a successful primary academy with high academic standards, superb facilities and very enthusiastic learners; indeed we pride ourselves as a ‘school for enthusiasts’. We are a forward thinking school yet steeped in over 300 years of history due to our strong connections with the Worshipful Company of Ironmongers. Our school is located in the village of Landrake, in a beautiful part of South East Cornwall, not far from the City of Plymouth.

We anticipate that our new Headteacher will recognise the school’s uniqueness, grow our philosophy for learning and will bring drive and energy to their new role within our school. They will need to demonstrate a strong vision that supports the school’s Christian ethos and values and our desire to create confident, independent lifelong learners of all those within our school community. Sir Robert Geffrey’s School is a happy, caring and supportive primary school with incredible warmth and a welcoming family atmosphere.

We provide a nurturing, inclusive environment, based on Christian values, where all individuals are treated with fairness, respect and equality and where the interests of our pupils are paramount. The interests and aspirations of our children are what drive our innovative curriculum intent forward. We have an amazing team of dedicated, talented staff who work extremely hard to ensure that every child is supported, cherished and challenged to fulfil their learning potential in a safe, exciting and welcoming learning environment.

Our school is exceptionally well supported by the local community, parents and carers with whom we work closely in the best interests of all the children. Our new Headteacher will lead a dedicated and supportive staff team and work with a strong and experienced Governing Body as we move to the next stage of our learning journey. 

Sir Robert Geffery’s School is an exciting place to work and learn and we would actively encourage applicants to come and see first-hand what we have to offer, from the infectious enthusiasm that pervades every part of our school community, to the school farm and outdoor learning environment and the ICT provision. 

If you feel ready to be our next Headteacher and you can bring your experience, enthusiasm, commitment and energy to deliver a shared vision to our children and motivated staff, we would love to hear from you.

The Governors are also happy to consider Co-Headship.

For more information about this wonderful opportunity, please visit our school website for the Headteacher Recruitment Pack and application forms at www.sir-robert-gefferys.cornwall.sch.uk

Sir Robert Geffery’s School is committed to safer recruitment practices and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children. We require all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Do come and meet and talk to our pupils and staff, so that you can fully experience and understand what an exciting opportunity this will be for the successful candidate. To make arrangements to visit the school please telephone Debbie Pitman, the School Office Manager, on 01752 851362 or email secretary@sir-robert-gefferys.cornwall.sch.uk.

Closing Date:            Thursday 7th October 2021 (midnight)

Interview Date:           Thursday 21st and Friday 22nd October 2021