Headteacher

The Governors wish to appoint an outstanding professional to lead this successful school. The Headship presents an exceptional opportunity for a visionary, empathetic and determined leader to work with a talented, professional and caring staff to continue to provide an academically challenging, culturally rich and enjoyable education for future generations of students. Colton Hills Community School is a very popular school with 1018 students on roll including 107 in the sixth form. The school was judged ‘Good’ in its most recent Ofsted inspection 2018 and examination results at GCSE and A level consistently place the school amongst the highest performing schools in Wolverhampton. The Governors are seeking a Headteacher who:

• Is inspirational and dynamic and will empower students and staff to excel
• Is a visionary leader with a strong sense of moral purpose, ethical principles and values
• Is thoroughly committed to promoting exceptional opportunities for every student whatever their background
• Is committed to and promotes diversity and equality
• Is thoroughly committed to promoting wellbeing, building resilience and maintaining good mental health for staff
• Values knowledge and a love of learning
• Values the school’s holistic curriculum and appreciates the vital impact of a wealth of extra curricular opportunities for students
• Has a passion for developing outstanding teaching and learning
• Has excellent leadership skills demonstrating the ability to develop, articulate and realise the school’s vision
• Has proven ability to implement meaningful change
• Has exceptional interpersonal skills with the capacity to develop highly effective relationships with all parts of the school community
• Has proven capacity for strategic leadership, demonstrating financial acumen and the capacity to maximise opportunities for the school

In return, we can offer:

• A very successful, happy school with an exceptional culture, a strong sense of its importance to the community it serves
• A productive climate for learning; strong academic performance and the capacity to improve still further
• A dedicated, talented, enthusiastic staff who value the ethos of the school
• A dedicated and committed Leadership Team
• Students who are motivated to learn and who participate fully in the life of the school
• Sound finances
• Ambition to continuously improve and provide even better opportunities for students
• Dynamic and committed Governors who will provide support, strategic guidance and, where necessary, constructive challenge

The Governors are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share in this commitment. This appointment is subject to an enhanced DBS check and positive references. The closing date for applications is noon Wednesday 12th April 2023. Details of the application process are included in the Candidate Pack. This appointment is supported by ASCL’s Leadership Appointment Service. If you feel this opportunity is the right career step for you and would like an informal confidential conversation about the position, please contact Kate Abbott kate.abbott@ascl.org.uk or call 07496667385 for further information. She will be available to discuss this excellent opportunity with prospective applicants throughout the Easter holiday period.