Headteacher
Darell Primary and Nursery School
Richmond
- Expired
- Salary:
- L15-21
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- As Soon As Possible
- Apply by:
- 11 November 2019
Job overview
Darell Primary and Nursery School is a happy and inclusive primary school that celebrates the talents of all our children giving them the best start to their education. We are looking to appoint an inspiring and enthusiastic headteacher who will lead us in the next stage in our development.
The governing body is seeking a motivated and ambitious leader who:
- Respects the diversity of our school community and shares our school ethos
- Has high expectations with the ability and drive to raise standards
- Is organized and focused on delivering school improvement
- Is passionate about teaching and children’s learning
- Is an effective leader who commands respect
Our children say they are looking for a headteacher who:
- Has great ideas to make our school even better
- Listens to everyone, keeps promises and makes sure the school is a happy place
- Is firm but kind, smiles and comes to see us learn
- Is fun, normal, resilient and sensible
- Is adventurous and make decisions which make a difference
Our staff would like someone who:
- Is approachable and makes time to listen, appreciates and trusts them
- Has a deep understanding of curriculum and how it can be developed
- Encourages a team spirit, collaboration and creativity
- Is fair, professional, supportive and responsive to ideas
- Is well organized, a good communicator with a sense of humour
Our parents would welcome a headteacher who:
- Is an inspirational leader and visible presence around school
- Is an excellent communicator who welcomes interaction with parents
- Has a clear vision which can be clearly and concisely articulated
- Understands the diversity of Darell and demonstrates strong and clear values
- Acknowledges challenges and responds in a measured and constructive way
We can offer you:
- Positive and happy children who enjoy school and are keen to learn
- A committed, resourceful and talented staff team
- A supportive, challenging and proactive governing body
- An inclusive and vibrant school
Visits to our school are welcome and encouraged for prospective candidates. Please contact our Senior School Administrator, Alice Barnes on 020 8876 6721 or abarnes@darell.richmond.sch.uk to make arrangements.
Closing date for applications: 12 noon, Monday 11th November
Invitations for interviews will be sent on: Friday 15th November
Interviews: Wednesday 27th and Thursday 28th November
Darell Primary and Nursery School is an equal opportunities employer and are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people; references will be taken up prior to interview. An enhanced DBS check is required for the successful applicant.
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About Darell Primary and Nursery School
Darell Primary and Nursery School was Richmond Borough Council’s first primary school and it is now the only Richmond primary school still in its historic pre-1914 building. At the beginning of the last century, the area around the school was part of the Leyborne Popham estate owned by an absentee landlord and consisted of orchards and market gardens. Houses were then built and the population rapidly increased. The existing church schools became overcrowded, so in 1904 the council decided to build a new school in Darell Road. The foundation stone was laid in October 1905 and the school was formally opened in September 1906. The site had cost £2,047 and the building and equipment cost £11,982.
The past few years have seen considerable investment in the school and the refurbishment of the building to upgrade the facilities and increase the number of classrooms to accommodate the move to two-forms of entry.
Darell Primary and Nursery School prides itself on having a very exciting curriculum that is brought to life by a busy programme of trips and visits, bringing practical understanding to the classroom. We are well known for our supportive and caring ethos, and we have high expectations for all our children.
We place great importance on inclusivity. Our children are encouraged to try new opportunities and they are continually discovering talents they never knew they had. We empower them to be the best they can be and to enjoy their time at Darell. We care for everyone, and the children learn to celebrate their different backgrounds, cultures and abilities.
The determination and hard work of the staff has much improved the quality of teaching and learning in recent years. Ofsted recognised this and the love of learning that we inspire in our children together with the family spirit that pervades the school.
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