Executive Headteacher For Coit and Ecclesfield Primary Federation
Coit Primary School, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S35 1WH17 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2025
Closing date
14 April 2025 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
11 February 2025
Job details
Job role
- Other leadership roles
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- ISR L20-L26
What skills and experience we're looking for
Our new Executive Headteacher of Coit and Ecclesfield Primary Schools should be a strong and focused leader who can build effective working relationships with a wide range of stakeholders. They will lead with confidence and purpose, drive forward our inclusive culture, and maintain the nurturing, safe and secure environment that makes our schools the fantastic schools they are.
We are determined to give every single child the opportunity to develop their full potential. We do this by ensuring the children are immersed in an intelligent, stimulating and broad curriculum which is delivered within a nurturing environment.
We want our children to become resilient, collaborative and confident so that they are comfortable with accepting challenges which become progressively more demanding as they move through school. Well-being is the key to happiness and so we supply our children with a wide range of opportunities and memorable experiences.
A positive and supportive working partnership with parents is essential if children are to achieve their academic potential. Thus, parents are very much encouraged to visit as often as possible, formally and informally, so they can see for themselves what we do.
We are looking for that outstanding person who will embrace our values whole-heartedly and drive the schools forward with passion and interest.
The person specification provides a more comprehensive list of the qualities we are looking for, but in essence we wish to appoint somebody with the wisdom, experience and confidence to take the school forward; someone who builds on what is currently excellent and ensures we continue to improve by embracing the opportunities and challenges that are offered in the future.
Candidates will be shortlisted on the basis of how well they demonstrate the various elements set out in the person specification, with examples provided and, wherever possible, evidence of positive impact.
Governors will also consider candidates’ previous track record in school leadership.
The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and a Children’s Barred List check. Please note that it is a criminal offence to apply for this post if you have been placed on the Children’s Barred List.
The deadline for receipt of applications is 12 pm on Monday 14th April 2025. An assessment centre and interviews will take place the following week. Completed forms (and any enquiries about the process) should be submitted to: chairofgovernors@coit.sheffield.sch.uk
School visits are positively encouraged. See below for times. Please call Coit to book your place.
Friday 21st March 10 am and 2 pm meet at Coit Primary then to Ecclesfield Primary
Thursday 27th March 10 am and 2 pm meet at Coit Primary then to Ecclesfield Primary
Tuesday 1st April at 10 am meet at Coit Primary then to Ecclesfield Primary
All candidates will be informed of the shortlisting outcome by 17th April 2025
The assessment centre will consist of a series of job-related exercises designed to give candidates the opportunity to demonstrate the key qualities, skills and knowledge required for the post.
What the school offers its staff
Need to enter info here In return, we can offer you:
- The opportunity to lead an enthusiastic, passionate and dedicated staff team.
- The loyalty and support of our governors, families and the local community.
- The opportunity to collaborate and meaningfully engage with headteachers and leaders from across the Federation.
- Our commitment to your ongoing professional development.
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.
Applying for the job
Please download the application form using the link below, and once completed send to chairofgovernors@coit.sheffield.sch.uk
CVs are not accepted.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Coit Primary School
- School type
- Local authority maintained school, ages 4 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary
- School size
- 206 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Coit Primary School website
- Email address
- chairofgovernors@coit.sheffield.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 0114 2468710
The children, staff and governors of Coit Primary School are looking to appoint an outstanding teacher for a KS2 class. This would be a significant opportunity to become part of our one form entry primary school for the right candidate.
Coit is an outward-facing school, with senior leaders supporting children across the locality in a range of ways. Coit Primary School is federated with Ecclesfield Primary and thus there are many opportunities to work alongside staff at both schools.
Both schools are committed to nurturing staff to support the development of the skills, knowledge and understanding needed to be an outstanding classroom practitioner.
Arranging a visit to Coit Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email chairofgovernors@coit.sheffield.sch.uk.
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