Principal

Note: Candidates will be reviewed as they apply. Should a suitable candidate be identified, we may close the vacancy early.

About the Opportunity

Every school is unique but Drove has it’s own very loveable personality and will require someone who has a twinkle in their eye and a fire in their belly to make sure it continues to go from strength to strength.

It is a busy, friendly school where cultural diversity is high and success is part of its DNA where our pupils are front and centre of all that we do.

A well led and extremely supportive Governing body make this a team very worth joining and being part of.

It’s a big school, 3 forms of entry with a big heart and the shoes you will fill are equally as big so we are looking for someone really special who will love the challenge of 43 languages spoken, the warmth of a truly embracing community and the passion of a very dedicated staff.

Please do get in touch if you would like to discuss the role with Dr Nicholas Capstick OBE: ncapstick@twhf.org.uk

We are looking for someone who will

• Provide strong, approachable and supportive leadership
• Builds on what is currently excellent and ensures the school continues to improve by embracing opportunities and challenges
• Embody the belief that all young people should enjoy the very best opportunities to be the best they can
• Have extensive experience of EYFS, KS1 and KS2
• Have the skills to inspire and promote the highest quality of teaching and learning
• Ensure the school is a place of fun and excitement
• Work collaboratively with The White Horse Federation

We can offer you

• Happy and enthusiastic children who enjoy learning
• A dedicated, hardworking and supportive team both in the school and as part of the wider WHF community
• A school that is at the heart of the community
• Continued professional development through the Trust
• Support for your wellbeing to ensure your success as a leader
• Central Services for finance, HR, Estates and IT enabling you as our school leader to focus on quality teaching and learning

Visits

It is really important that you get an understanding for this very special school, to get a feel for the culture and ethos which will very quickly get thoroughly under your skin. It is equally important to understand more about its unique community and the families it serves.

Please contact TWHF Recruitment Specialist, Kirsty Fyfe CertRP on 07808648079 or kfyfe@twhf.org.uk  to discuss any questions you may have about this opportunity and make an appointment. To apply, please follow the apply button here, on TES to be taken to our main advert where you may apply via our Applicant Tracking System - Networx.

Why Work With Us

The White Horse Federation (TWHF) is a not-for-profit multi-academy trust that supports and sponsors many primary, secondary and special schools across Wiltshire, Gloucestershire, Swindon, Oxfordshire, and Berkshire.

Its shared vision for excellence through partnership means it is also committed to keeping the best of what makes a local school great – in other words, the type of schools where TWHF colleagues would be proud to send their own children.

TWHF combines a relentless drive for academic excellence with a shared moral purpose and shared values while ensuring that fun and happiness are key attributes of each of its schools. TWHF believes that partnership-working with its schools, pupils, and their parents, as well as the wider community, helps creates the best possible outcomes for all children.

TWHF empowers its colleagues through support, training, and career opportunities to recruit and retain outstanding staff who are leaders in their field. That way TWHF can ensure that every student achieves their full potential, regardless of background, culture, heritage, or ability.

TWHF recognises the benefit of having a diverse workforce and is committed to building a team that reflects diversity from the communities it serves. TWHF values the contributions of all staff from a wide range of different backgrounds and actively seeks to promote an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment; which at the same time supports fair promotion and cultural acceptance. Under the provision of the Equality Act 2010, TWHF welcomes applications from everyone and operates a recruitment process that is fair and does not discriminate against or disadvantage anyone because of their age, disability, gender reassignment status, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race or nationality, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.

The White Horse Federation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. If successful for this position you will be expected to apply for a disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service before an appointment is confirmed. References will be sought on shortlisted candidates before the interview.