Head of School
Charlton Primary School, Wantage, Oxfordshire, OX12 7HGThis job expired on 23 February 2023 – see similar jobs
Start date details
September 2023
Closing date
23 February 2023 at 11:59pm
Date listed
30 January 2023
Job details
Job role
- Headteacher
- Deputy headteacher
- Assistant headteacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2
Working pattern
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- Term time
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- 10-14
What skills and experience we're looking for
Charlton is a ‘Good’ and popular two-form entry primary school in Wantage, Oxfordshire. We are a happy, ambitious and inclusive school, who serve a vibrant and increasingly diverse community. As a Rights Respecting School, children’s rights and active citizenship are placed at the core of our ethos and values. Our broad curriculum is created with purpose and taught with passion, so that our children thrive as knowledgeable learners, who are confident communicators and active citizens.
Charlton Primary School is part of the Vale Academy Trust. With a number of schools located together within one community enabling leaders and staff to work collaboratively and efficiently together. There is an extensive professional network across the Trust which supports and enhances collaboration, research and learning opportunities for pupils, staff and parents. Together, we share a vision to ensure that children achieve the highest standards academically and socially.
The Executive Headteacher and governors are seeking to appoint a dedicated and dynamic Head of School to join our team. We require an ambitious and excellent leader, who is passionate about improving the life chances for the children in our community. The successful candidate will be a committed team player, determined to make a positive difference and be passionate about learning.
This is a fantastic career opportunity at a popular and thriving two-form Primary School.
To download the 'Head of School candidate information pack' please see the 'Work for us' section of the school website.
What the school offers its staff
We offer:
- Enthusiastic, hardworking and responsive children who love learning.
- Passionate, caring and dedicated staff and a dynamic and experienced leadership team.
- A supportive leadership structure which encouraging growth and development.
- The opportunity to work in a Rights Respecting School, with a commitment to reaching GOLD accreditation.
- A vibrant and well led Early Years setting, including a Pre-school (Acorns)
- Opportunity to work in close partnership with other schools and school leaders within a wider dynamic professional learning community.
- A commitment to staff development and research-based learning, with excellent curriculum CPD opportunities within the Trust and other networks.
- A caring school with a commitment to its core values of Happiness, Kindness and Responsibility.
- A well-resourced school with a committed and aspirational Governing Board that provides effective support and challenge.
Further details about the role
To download the 'Head of School candidate information pack' please see the 'Work for us' section of the schoolwebsite
https://charltonprimary.ovw10.devwebsite.co.uk/about-us/work-for-us
Commitment to safeguarding
Charlton School and The Vale Academy Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and preventing extremism. We expect all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. All post holders in regulated activity are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and a satisfactory “Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced Check.
Shortlisted candidates will be subject to online searches for publicly available information.
The Vale Academy Trust is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from a range of backgrounds to represent diversity in line with our schools’ community.
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About Charlton Primary School
- School type
- Academy, ages 4 to 11
- Education phase
- View all Primaryjobs
- School size
- 462 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
- School website
- Charlton Primary School website (opens in new tab)
- Email address
- officech@charlton.vale-academy.org
- Phone number
- 01235 762861
We are a thriving, two-form entry primary school located in Wantage, Oxfordshire.
All of the staff at Charlton strive to give each child the best start for them to be confident, happy and successful lifelong learners, preparing them for the next stage in their school life. The planning and teaching of our curriculum reflects our ethos and school values.
"Be Happy, Be Kind, Be Responsible"
Teachers and Teaching Assistants are dedicated in supporting children to master the foundations of reading, writing and mathematics, as well as ensuring that our broad and exciting curriculum enables everyone the opportunity to find their passion and develop their talents. We aim to achieve excellence through enjoyment!
Those who work at Charlton are enthusiastic, passionate and nurturing, and they recognise the importance of the role they play in each child’s life; inspiring them to be the best that they can be. The school is also committed to developing the practice of their staff, to ensure they can have the greatest impact on the children we care for.
We are very lucky to have an extensive and beautiful outdoor space that provides valuable opportunities to develop a healthy, active lifestyle and for children to learn how to care for our environment and its importance.
Everything we do at Charlton is centred around our values - Be happy, Be kind and Be responsible. This helps to develop a nurturing, positive and friendly environment for all.
Arranging a visit to Charlton Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email officech@charlton.vale-academy.org.
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