Headteacher

WEST SUSSEX – DOWNVIEW PRIMARY SCHOOL

Headteacher

Salary L18 -L24 (£64,243 - £74,295)

Downview Primary School

Wroxham Way

Felpham

Bognor Regis

West Sussex

PO22 8ER

Website: www.downview.primary.co.uk

Email: office@downviewprimary.co.uk

Telephone number: 01243 820511

Required from 1 January 2023 or 17 April 2023.

The Governors, staff and children of Downview Primary School are looking for an outstanding leader with an open and approachable style, a demonstrable passion for the teaching of children in imaginative ways, along with kindness and a sense of fun and opportunity. We are also looking for someone with excellent communication skills using a variety of media to engage with all stakeholders.

This is an exciting opportunity for an inspirational leader to work with our wonderful children. We have a skilled and committed staff team who put our children at the heart of all we do, supporting them and their families in their well-being, safeguarding and development as individuals and learners. A part of our ethos is collaboration, and we enjoy working together to achieve the best possible outcomes for our children.

Downview Primary School is a three form entry academy with 620 children on roll. We are committed to providing the best education for our children in our school and enjoy a strong reputation in the local community.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has the children at the heart of all of their decisions
• Is financially competent – Downview is a standalone academy where the Headteacher works closely with the External Accountants, Business Manager and the Governing Body
• Is ambitious – the SLT is formed of highly experienced staff who would be willing and able to support the new Headteacher
• Has strong leadership skills and strategic thinking to manage the school effectively whilst actively enhancing provision and ensuring children are inspired by a high-quality education
• The ability to delegate – Downview is a large school
• A strong credible leader, able to project themselves to reach different audiences: pupils, parents, staff but also retain the ability to be approachable on a personal level
• Will be an integral part of an outward facing school and committed to building and strengthening experiences for the whole school community.

Please return your completed application form and supporting letter (not more than 2 sides of A4 when typed and demonstrating how you meet the Personal Specification) by 12.00 noon on 5 October 2022 to the Headteacher Recruitment Team, via email to: hrschooladverts@westsussex.gov.uk quoting reference number 16394

Successful candidates will be notified after shortlisting on 10 October 2022.

Interviews will take place on 18 and 19 October 2022.

We warmly encourage you to visit our school to meet some of our staff, children and governors. Please contact the school office 01243 820511 (term time) or by email to make an appointment: office@downviewprimary.co.uk

Please also visit our website to find out more about our school life: https://www.downviewprimary.co.uk/

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children. This post is subject to the Childcare Disqualifications Regulations 2018, an enhanced DBS check, medical check and references (which will be requested prior to interview).