Headteacher

Do you have the vision, drive and ambition to lead our school through a time of dynamic change and development?

We are seeking an inspirational leader who will lead, shape and further develop our school at a critical moment in its history.  You will be working alongside a committed team of staff and a Governing Body that is ambitious for the school, with high aspirations for all pupils and staff. 

Woodfield Community Primary School is situated in the North Yorkshire town of Harrogate, approximately 1 mile from the town centre.  The school is based within the Bilton estate which is a popular community, with a range of local facilities including a library, community centre, varied local shops and places of worship.

Currently rated as ‘Good’ by Ofsted, we strive to be an open, happy and friendly school where everyone is valued and has the opportunity to succeed.  Our school has been through a period of transformation; our values and ethos have supported us in successfully managing these changes.  They are at the core of everything we do and we strive to ensure that everyone respects themselves and others, working towards our ‘Inspire, Learning, Together’ attitude.

We are seeking to appoint an inspirational, resilient and experienced professional, who is able to effectively motivate, inspire and influence our students, staff and local community.  This position represents a genuine opportunity to make a significant impact in a school which has clearly identified objectives, centred on raising standards, increasing pupil numbers, instilling continuity and further developing our links with the local community.

To succeed, you will have a passion for promoting excellence in teaching and learning and a strong focus on pupils’ achievement, while engaging positively and respectfully with our parent/carer/family community.  To apply, you will need a real desire to achieve and the presence, ambition and expertise to deliver strong, clear leadership and vision.

There is clearly much potential with committed and loyal staff, excellent support from the governing body and our Local Authority Advisers.

In return, we can offer you strong support, the freedom to shape the future of the school and the opportunity for your continued professional development.
For an informal conversation about the role please call Rachel Wales at North Yorkshire County Council on 01609 532597.

We very much welcome school visits. If you would like the opportunity to visit, please email rachel.wales@northyorks.gov.uk

Closing date:  Midnight, Tuesday 26 March

Shortlisting:  Friday 29 March

Interviews:  Thursday 11 & Friday 12 April

For more information and to apply, please go to www.nyresourcing.co.uk/woodfield 

When applying please take into account the following:

Supporting Information

The supporting information section of your application should clearly evidence your ability to meet the requirements we have outlined in the person specification. This will be used to shortlist applicants for this role and therefore it is imperative that you provide evidence as requested.

References

When completing your application, please provide two employment references.