Headteacher

HEADTEACHER

Tavistock Primary and Nursery School,

Plymouth Road,

Tavistock,

Devon PL19 8BX

Telephone: 01822 616044

Start date Sept 2025

Number on roll – approximately 350

Salary Range – £68,298 to £77,051 (L13 to L18)

Following the retirement of our current headteacher, the governing board, staff and pupils, are offering an exciting opportunity to lead this larger than average, good maintained school which is situated in the heart of its community on the edge of Dartmoor.

We are looking for an individual who:

• Has a proven track record as an excellent educator
• Is a strong and approachable leader who respects the strengths of those around them
• Is a creative leader who maintains and nurtures a culture of high expectation and well-being
• Is a good communicator who is supportive towards the development of effective relationships within the community, using a range of strategies

We will offer you:

• A dedicated and experienced staff who work closely together
• Happy and enthusiastic children with pride in their school and community
• A nurturing environment where every child is enabled to reach their potential
• A committed and pro-active governing board
• A strong community of parents who care and support school
• An opportunity to further develop our school

If you are interested in applying, we warmly invite you to visit our school in advance of applying for the role. Please ring 01822 616044 to make an appointment. An application form and a person specification are available on our website -https://www.tavistock-pri.devon.sch.uk. Please email applications to: kwright@tavistock-pri.devon.sch.uk

Tavistock Primary and Nursery School are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds and are committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive work place regardless of race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age or veteran status.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for the successful candidate. This role requires the ability to fulfill all spoken aspects of the role with confidence and fluency in English. Shortlisted candidates maybe subject top online checks.

Closing date: Monday 17th March 2025 at 10.00am

Interviews: 2nd and 3rd April 2025