Principal (Headteacher/Head of Academy)

PRINCIPAL (HEADTEACHER/HEAD OF ACADEMY)

Location: Westerton Primary Academy

Hours: Full time

Salary: Group 5 (L23 - L29) £72,497- £83,971 (per annum)

Category: Permanent Teaching staff

Closing Date: 7 February @ 9am

Interviews:  10 & 11 February 2022

Required for 1 September 2022

Leodis Academies Trust is a successful Multi Academy Trust with five schools in the South Leeds area. Due to the current Principal retiring in August 2022, we are looking for a Principal/Head of Academy at Westerton Primary Academy. 

Westerton Primary Academy is an educational centre of excellence where we pride ourselves on our ability to develop all aspects of our learners.  The Academy is a large three form entry school at the heart of a supportive and welcoming Trust.  We are looking for an inspirational and innovative leader who will build on the existing successes which our current Principal will leave as her legacy.

Demonstrating consistently high standards of principled and professional conduct, you will be responsible for providing conditions in which all staff and students can fulfil their potential.  You will also:   

• be a visible and accessible leader, promoting the school and positively engaging with parents, carers, local schools and the wider community   
• have senior leadership experience and be able to demonstrate a track record of contributing to whole school improvement   
• work effectively in partnership with the CEO Principal, central team, senior leaders from across Leodis, Trustees and Governors   
• have the ambition, drive and resilience of an excellent leader

In return we can offer:   

• an opportunity to use your skills and knowledge to make a real difference to the children within our community whilst working within a school that values each and every person, embraces diversity and addresses individual needs through personalised approaches   
• an inclusive school environment with confident and enthusiastic children who respect and encourage one another   
• a skilled and knowledgeable staff team and experienced Governors and Trustees   
• strong partnerships with other academies within our multi-academy Trust   
• opportunities for professional development and leadership beyond Westerton

All posts are subject to pre-employment checks, two references will be sought and successful candidates will need to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS), medical clearance and provide evidence of eligibility to work in the UK and evidence of qualifications.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our students and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

For a discussion about this role or to visit the Academy, please contact Sara Cubitt, Leodis HR Manager on 0113 887 3608 or s.cubitt@leodis.org.uk .  Further information about the role, including a job description and person specification, can be downloaded on our website https://vacancies.leodisacademiestrust.com/vacancy/principal-head-of-academy/. 

How to apply 

To apply for this role please download the application form which can be accessed by clicking the link https://vacancies.leodisacademiestrust.com/vacancy/principal-head-of-academy/. Please submit the application form to recruitment@leodis.org.uk  once complete along with a covering letter of no more than two sides of A4 to accompany your application outlining your visions and philosophy for education.  If you have any difficulties with this, please contact 0113 887 3608.