Headteacher

Our highly respected Headteacher is leaving in July 2019 and we are seeking a strong and ambitious leader to build on the many strengths of this single form entry maintained primary school.

Our new Headteacher will:

• Provide strong, visionary leadership to the school.
• Be passionate about making a positive difference to children's lives within a culturally diverse community.
• Be a teacher at heart able to inspire others to learn and develop.
• Promote a broad and balanced curriculum that meets all children's needs.
• Be resilient, adaptable and able to deal with complexity and challenge.

We will offer:

• Happy, eager, well-behaved children who are a pleasure to see every day.
• Supportive, hard-working and friendly staff who are dedicated to the school's continuous improvement.
• A knowledgeable and committed Governing Body who provide constructive challenge.
• A wider school network through the Ealing Learning Partnership, in particular working with fellow Headteachers.

Please visit us before applying — this is essential to help find out about our school. Contact Jamie Maloy, Headteacher on 020 8845 3186 or head@viking.ealing.sch.uk  to arrange an appointment. Visits are planned for the afternoon of the Wednesday 24th and Thursday 25th April 2019 or can be scheduled by prior arrangement.

An application form and pack providing more detailed information about our school and the post, including job description and person specification can be found on the school website: www.vikingprimary.net under the Vacancies section.

Please complete the application form and send it to the school address Viking Primary School, Radcliffe Way, Northolt UB5 6HW or email electronically to jnewman@viking.ealinq.sch.uk

Closing date: Noon 7th May 2019

Shortlisting: 9th May 2019

Interviews: 17th May 2019

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and require all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure from the DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service). Further information can be found at https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/disclosure-and-barring-service

Viking Primary School is an equal opportunities employer and promotes the elimination of discrimination in employment. If you do have a disability and would need us to make any adjustments, if shortlisted, for you to attend the interview, then please do let us know when you submit your application.