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Executive Headteacher

Bramford Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP8 4AH

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• Job start date

  1 September 2024

• Closing date

  15 April 2024 at 9am

• Date listed

  18 March 2024

Job details

• Job role:
  • Headteacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: L15 to L21

What skills and experience we're looking for

We want our new Executive Headteacher to be passionate about achieving the best possible outcomes for our pupils, including the aspiration of Governors to attain an outstanding rating. They will care about the whole school communities: pupils, parents, and carers and will value our staff and the important contributions they make. They will be ambitious for the schools but welcoming, friendly, have a sense of humour and be visible to parents and the village communities.

We are looking for someone who:

• has had a significant measurable impact on the outcomes and progress of pupil’s achievement and personal development
• has a proven track record in school leadership and staff development with experience of performance management
• will be proactive in their strategic management and leadership skills to fit into the forward-looking leadership team already in place
• will manage challenging situations robustly and with empathy and kindness
• will provide a safe and supportive learning environment for pupils and staff
• will continually strive to develop effective and strong partnerships between home and school and the Church.

What the school offers its staff

Both schools offer:

• a friendly and supportive ethos which celebrates the inclusive nature of our federation and is embraced by our staff and pupils
• enthusiastic and inquisitive pupils who enjoy learning and display good behaviour
• a hardworking, knowledgeable and dedicated staff team
• parents who support the school and have a key role in developing and maintaining our school community through the Home School Association (for Bramford) and Friends of Somersham School activities
• two different but exceptional school environments, both inside and out, with good quality resources and excellent facilities
• an effective, cohesive governing body, who positively support both schools
• high standards of teaching and learning.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

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About Bramford Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

• School type: Local authority maintained school, Church of England, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary
• School size: 210 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
• School website: Bramford Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School website (opens in new tab)
• Email address: office@bramfordprimary.net
• Phone number: 01473 741598
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/bramford-church-of-england-voluntary-controlled-primary-school (opens in new tab)

The Bramford and Somersham Federation is proud to have two schools rated as 'Good' by OFSTED. We are inclusive schools where our pupils come first and diversity is celebrated. Both schools deliver an educational experience based on our ACE values – Aspiration and Combined Excellence for everyone - together we are ACE! At Bramford, Christian values are actively promoted and the school has close links with the Church of St Mary the Virgin.

We believe in delivering a curriculum that is broad, providing both personalised and creative content that provides pupils with opportunities to learn in different ways. We are keen to continue pursuing new, fun and innovative ways to help our pupils to love learning and enjoy their time at school.

Arranging a visit to Bramford Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email office@bramfordprimary.net.

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