Headteacher

The Governors are seeking to appoint an inspirational leader to drive our unique and forward thinking school. Our aims are directed towards enabling children to develop a love of learning, feel safe and enjoy childhood. Pupils are inspired to be the best that they can be and are empowered to reach their full potential. Alongside achievement, we enrich their lives whilst providing skills for life beyond school. Located to the south of Stafford, with good access to a range of extra-curricular amenities, our pupils come from a wide range of backgrounds, presenting opportunities and challenges to be embraced by the right candidate.

This is an exciting opportunity for a strong and inspirational leader who will:

• Be passionate about learning and have a clear vision for primary education.
• Have high expectations about pupils’ achievements.
• Enthuse and engage all members of the school community, developing the good reputation of our school at the heart of the community.
• Drive improvement to raise standards and build on the school’s many successes.
• Embrace and lead change in a continually evolving environment.
• Inform, influence and develop the Academy agenda with Governors for Flash Ley

In return, the school is proud to offer:

• Enthusiastic, well behaved pupils who thrive in our school community.
• A committed team of hard working staff and Governors, with an experienced and capable SLT.
• The opportunity to join us on our journey to Outstanding.
• Large premises with excellent facilities and ongoing refurbishments to enhance our quality learning environment.
• A flourishing extended services provision for 0-4 year olds as well as wrap around care.

For an informal discussion or to arrange to visit the school please contact the office on 01785 356642

To find out more about this position and to make an application please visit http://www.flashley.staffs.sch.uk/headteacher-recruitment/

Closing date: 27th Feb
Shortlisting: 1st March
Assessment:10th March

This School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

This position is subject to a criminal records check from the Disclosure & Barring Service (formerly CRB) which will require you to disclose all criminal convictions.

Flash Ley Primary School