Headteacher

The children, staff and Governors of Great Preston C of E Primary School are looking for an exceptional leader to build upon the excellent achievements of our previous Headteacher and current team. This is a good school which is popular and thriving. We believe in a rich and diverse curriculum that offers our children learning in action. We value the benefits to children and staff that come from collaboration and therefore work closely with The Brigshaw Learning Partnership and other local C of E primary schools.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is an inspirational leader with high expectations, who fosters a love of learning and is committed to ensuring that all pupils achieve to their full potential;
• Will uphold and develop the Christian vision and values of our school;
• Can demonstrate strong leadership experience with evidence of positive whole-school impact;
• Pursues excellence and builds a dynamic, creative and innovative learning community;
• Can communicate and deliver an even brighter vision for the future of our school.

In return we can offer:

• A strong commitment to continuous professional development;
• A school of happy and enthusiastic pupils, which works in close partnership with other schools;
• A well-informed, supportive and forward-thinking Governing Body;
• A supportive local church community, with professional support and training from the Diocese of Leeds.

Candidates are warmly invited to visit the school to see the work we do; to arrange a visit please contact the Business Manager – Jayne Sheldon on 0113 232 0034.

For an application pack and application forms please contact: Emily Harker on 0113 37 88525 or email educ.headteacher@leeds.gov.uk.

Closing date: 12 noon on 15 May
Shortlisting: 16 May
Interview and Assessment: 23-24 May

Great Preston C of E Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils and expects all staff to share this commitment; appointments made are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

We promote diversity and want a workforce that reflects the population of Leeds.