Headteacher

Vacancy ID: 105626

Due to the retirement of our current and long serving Head Teacher, the Governing Body is looking to appoint a new Head Teacher whose leadership, commitment, enthusiasm and high expectations will build on the school’s achievements to date.

Bushmead Primary School is a popular and successful four form entry school with 840 pupils between the ages of 4 and 11 years. In the latest Ofsted report for the school, published in 2013, the school was graded as “good”.

Can you offer us?

• the drive, leadership and vision to take the school forward in a changing educational landscape
• a commitment to excellence in teaching, pupil learning and staff development
• the ability to motivate, challenge and support as a member of an effective team
• a record of successfully implementing initiatives to maintain and raise standards
• a commitment to strategic thinking and planning to ensure positive outcomes for our children
• the ability to communicate clearly with staff, pupils, parents and governors

In return, we can offer:

• well behaved children who enjoy being at school
• an inclusive school that values cultural diversity
• a professional, committed and talented staff team
• an experienced Senior Leadership Team
• good links with parents, PTA and the wider community
• governors who will support, encourage, and challenge
• continuing professional development

We encourage you to visit our friendly school and to see our hardworking pupils. For further information about this role or to arrange a visit to the school please contact Debbie Giles, School Business Manager on 01582 725387 and for more information on the school, please visit www.bushmeadprimaryschool.co.uk

To apply for this role, visit www.luton.gov.uk/jobs  

Closing Date: 13th November 2016
Shortlisting Date: 18th November 2016
Interview and Assessment Date: 2nd December 2016

CVs will not be accepted for any posts based in schools. Bushmead Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Following safer recruitment procedures, applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Bushmead Primary School is an equal opportunities employer.

Bushmead Primary School
Bushmead Road, Luton, Bedfordshire LU2 7EU