Head Teacher
Great Torrington Bluecoat Church of England Primary School, Torrington, Devon, EX38 7NU13 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 January 2025
Closing date
21 May 2024 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
26 April 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
- L14 - L20
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are seeking to appoint an experienced school leader with a passion for Early Years and Primary education to take on the headship of our vibrant and innovative primary school. This is an exciting and challenging position which will provide an opportunity for a dynamic, forward thinking practitioner to put their skills into practice and contribute to the future development of this friendly and supportive school.
The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to building confidence and championing continuous improvement by fostering potential and inspiring both staff and pupils to excel. An in-depth understanding of principles of effective educational practice, an ability to work in partnership with others and a passion for improving educational provision for all children are essential requirements for this post.
We seek someone who:
Demonstrates outstanding leadership qualities and a commitment to continuous school improvement.
Shares our vision for excellence as a vibrant and inclusive school.
Is achievement focused and has high expectations of pupils and staff.
Is committed to nurturing a caring culture within which all members of the school community can flourish.
Understands the importance of high quality early years practice.
Listens to children and values their contribution.
Has creative flair and the ability to maximise the resources of the school.
Promotes our Christian values.
What the school offers its staff
Happy, lively children who enjoy contributing to the life of our school.
An opportunity to lead a dedicated team and make a meaningful difference for our children from Early Years to Year 6 and beyond.
Supportive governors, staff, and parents who are committed to the success and well-being of our school community.
Professional development opportunities and a supportive environment for personal and career growth.
Commitment to safeguarding
Great Torrington Bluecoat C of E Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the well-being of children, young people and their families. We expect all governors, staff, students and volunteers to share this responsibility.
The protection of children within our care is our first responsibility and will supersede all other considerations. Please see our Safeguarding Policy below and visit our 'Keeping Children Safe' page for more information and details of our safeguarding team.
Applying for the job
Please download the application form using the link below, and once completed send to educate.educationadminheadships-mailbox@devon.gov.uk
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If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Great Torrington Bluecoat Church of England Primary School
- School type
- Local authority maintained school, Church of England, ages 2 to 11
- Education phase
- View all Primaryjobs
- School size
- 497 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 2 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
- Email address
- amagarotto@bluecoat-learn.org
- Phone number
- 01805622333
We are an Early Years specialist school with a Christian ethos which offers a safe, secure, and caring environment within which children aged 2 to 11 years can grow and learn. Our school is a spiritually vibrant learning community. We believe that learning should be a rewarding and enjoyable experience for everyone; we listen to our children and start from an understanding of their needs, views and experiences. Through our teaching we focus on equipping children with the confidence, skills, knowledge and understanding necessary to make informed choices about the issues they face in every area of their lives. We create a learning environment in which they can safely challenge their limitations and explore the opportunities the world has to offer. We provide opportunities which extend their experience of the world and raise their aspirations. We value childhood whilst promoting a lifelong love of learning. This is done through recognition and celebration of the new things we learn together every day. We believe that appropriate teaching and learning experiences help children and adults lead happy and rewarding lives.
Arranging a visit to Great Torrington Bluecoat Church of England Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email amagarotto@bluecoat-learn.org.
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