Head of School
Bevington Primary School, London, W10 5TWThis job expired on 20 May 2024 – see similar jobs
Job start date
1 September 2024
Closing date
20 May 2024 at 9am
Date listed
9 May 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-L21
What skills and experience we're looking for
PERSON SPECIFICATION
A = Application Form
I = Interview
T= Task
O = Observation
R = Reference
Qualifications and Experience
- Qualified Teacher Status (A)
- Evidence of further relevant study or training or working on or willingness to undertake NPQH or equivalent (A/R)
- Evidence of broad, successful experience at teacher and senior leadership level across the primary phase (A/I/R)
- Proven record of leading and supporting staff to improve provision and raise attainment (A/I/R)
- Experience of similar setting/context (A/R)
- Experience as DSL or DDSL (A/R)
Shaping the future
- Demonstrable experience of modelling high standards, values and vision of a school (A/I/R)
- An awareness and understanding of current educational developments and statutory requirements (I)
- The ability to develop a strategic vision for the needs of the school in collaboration with the executive Headteacher and the Board of Governors (I)
- Demonstrable leadership of innovation and creativity in the curriculum (A/I/R)
Leading Learning and Teaching
- Understanding of and a commitment to balance and meet the needs of all members of the school community (A/I/R)
- A strong commitment to working towards the spiritual, moral, social and emotional development of all pupils (A/I/O)
- Evidence of how assessment is used to deliver exceptional teaching and learning (A/I/O/R)
- Demonstrate the principles and practice of effective teaching and learning to ensure outstanding achievement for all pupils (A/I/O/R)
Developing Self and Working with Others
- The ability to lead, motivate and challenge staff to achieve high standards (A/I/O/R)
- Recent and successful experience in leading the professional development of all staff including self (A/I/R)
- The ability to organise and manage work effectively, prioritise and meet deadlines (A/I/R)
Managing the Organisation
- The ability to lead and manage effective teams of teachers and support staff, alongside the Executive Headteacher (A/I/R)
- An understanding of financial planning, budget management and financial reporting (A/I/R)
- An ability to maintain a stimulating and attractive learning environment (A/I/R)
- A thorough understanding of the OFSTED framework (A/I)
- Evidence of school improvement planning/intent, implementation and impact (A/I/R)
Securing Accountability
- A commitment to working with the Executive Headteacher, the Board of Governors, the local authority and other external agencies (I)
- Experience of involving the whole school community in school improvement at every level (A/I/R)
- Demonstrate experience of effective performance management skills (A/I/R/O)
Strengthening Community
- Demonstrable ability to recognise and harness the richness and diversity of the school’s community for the benefit of the children (A/I/R)
- Evidence of building and maintaining effective relationships with parents, carers, partners and the community that enhance the education of all pupils (A/I/R)
What the school offers its staff
We can offer you
- a supportive team including the proven experience of our Executive Headteacher
- high quality CPD with opportunities for career development and progression
- strong, ambitious and experienced governance from the newly-constituted Board of Governors with a clear sense of strategic direction
- an opportunity to innovate and develop strategy
Further details about the role
The Board of Governors, staff and pupils of Bevington Primary School are seeking to appoint a full time Head of School. The successful candidate will work with the Executive Headteacher.
We are looking for an ambitious and inspirational Head of School with a passion for learning. They can demonstrate excellence throughout their career and a proven record of whole school change.
We are seeking to appoint a Head of School who:
- has high expectations of pupil achievement and behaviour
- has an ability to accelerate and deepen pupil progress across the school
- has excellent interpersonal skills and qualities that motivate parents, children and staff
You are welcome to visit, please contact Naomi Marley. To contact her and for an application pack please email naomi.marley@bevington.rbkc.sch.uk. Completed application forms should be emailed to lisa.joynson@bevington.rbkc.sch.uk
School visits: Thursday 16th (8.30am-10am) and Friday 17th May (9am-3.30pm)
Closing date: Monday 20h May at 9am
Shortlisting: Monday 20th May
Interviews: Thursday 23rd May all day from 8.30am
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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If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Bevington Primary School
- School type
- Local authority maintained school, ages 3 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary
- School size
- 315 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
- School website
- Bevington Primary School website (opens in new tab)
- Email address
- naomi.marley@bevington.rbkc.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 020 8969 0629
Bevington is in West London, in the vibrant Ladbroke Grove area. Like the area itself, the school is immensely proud of its diversity and strives to encourage a strong sense of community with its pupils, teaching staff and parent body.
Bevington provides a safe and happy learning environment in which its pupils can thrive and achieve their potential both academically and emotionally. The school has a clear vision and academic aims, but at its core, seeks to ensure pupils are kind, respectful and in so doing, become positive members of the school and the local community.
Arranging a visit to Bevington Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email naomi.marley@bevington.rbkc.sch.uk.
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