Headteacher

The Governing Body of Coulsdon Church of England Primary School is seeking to appoint a Headteacher who will lead our school in keeping with our motto, “Together, Growing in Mind, Body and Spirit.”

Situated within a conservation area on Bradmore Green in the heart of Old Coulsdon, our one form entry school provides a happy, nurturing, stimulating, safe and inclusive environment for all our children and staff. Our vision is one of a holistic approach to education delivered in a supportive Christian community. ​​

We are a Church of England Voluntary Aided School and our Christian ethos underpins the community feel. We are looking for the right individual who shares our values, is passionate about our children’s outcomes and builds on the links with our wider community. We would welcome applications from headteachers, experienced deputy headteacher or their equivalent.

We are looking for a Headteacher who:

●    Has at least three years’ dynamic leadership as headteacher or deputy headteacher or equivalent that has inspired, motivated others and raised standards

●    Is a practising, committed Christian

●    Has a pastoral heart for the whole school community and their well-being, coupled with a concern for families and their needs

●    Is committed to promoting equality and valuing diversity, championing this with staff, pupils and parents

●    Has experience of successful strategic planning and cooperation with senior colleagues, teaching and support staff, governors, parents, local authority or MAT, and the wider community

●    Has a commitment to broad education, creative arts, sport, and co-curricular activities

We offer:

●    A learning community with a strong Christian ethos, and which values all aspects of a child's development

●    A strong school community with good links to the parish church, the Diocese of Southwark and the Friends of the school

●    The backing and support of the Southwark Diocese Board of Education, the local authority and a network of other local headteachers within the Coulsdon cluster of schools

●    The support of a dedicated committed staff and Governing Body

●    An attractive suburban village setting with excellent transport links to London

Application information:

Salary range (correct at time of printing): L15 (£62,926) to L21 (£72,383)

Start date: 1 April 2023 (first day of Summer term and date to be confirmed)

We strongly recommend you visit the school before applying. Visits can be arranged by contacting the school office administrator:

Email: office@ccofe.uk

Telephone: 01737 554789

Applications must be submitted using our application form, which can be downloaded from the school’s website. 

https://www.coulsdoncofe.co.uk/about-us/vacancies/headteacher-recruitment

This includes a section on faith commitment and requires candidates to give the name of a referee to support their Church affiliation.

Closing date for applications: 12.00 noon on Monday 28th November. Completed applications can be emailed to recruitment@ccofe.uk or delivered to:

Chair of the HT Selection Panel

Coulsdon C of E Primary School

Bradmore Green,

Old Coulsdon,

Surrey, CR5 1ED

Shortlisting: 1st December 2022, after which all applicants will be contacted.

Interviews: Will take place over two days on Wednesday 7th and Thursday 8th December. Shortlisted candidates will be asked to attend on both days. Information about the interview days will be provided to shortlisted candidates.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to respect this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.