Head teacher - Kirkham and Wesham Primary School Lancashire
Kirkham and Wesham Primary School, Preston, Lancashire, PR4 2JPThis job expired on 19 February 2021 – see similar jobs
Job start date
1 September 2021
Closing date
19 February 2021 at 11:59am
Date listed
14 January 2021
Job details
Job role
- Headteacher
- Deputy headteacher
- Assistant headteacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time
Full-time equivalent salary
- L10 to L17
Additional allowances
Due to the retirement of the current post holder, the governors of Kirkham & Wesham Primary School are seeking to appoint a new Head teacher.
We are looking for:
• an experienced leader with the proven and adept ability to lead a strong team and bring innovation and execute changes in an ever changing learning environment.
• a leader who is able to Inspire and develop the school's belief of high expectations and enthuse our children to enjoy their learning and to be the very best they can be.
• a leader who is able to ensure our school has a quality curriculum and that teaching throughout school is creative, innovative and based on research.
• a leader who ensures that high quality teaching develops the talents, wellbeing and success of all members of the school community.
• an approachable and caring leader who can build excellent relationships with our children, staff, parents, governors and the wider community, always having the children's learning, attainment and well-being at the heart of every decision.
• a leader who has a proven strategic understanding of effective financial management and analysis.
• a leader who works well with the Governing Board to ensure the success of the schoolWe can offer you:
• a welcoming and friendly school community where children develop a love of learning and respect for one another.
• an enthusiastic, highly skilled and dedicated team of teaching and support staff who work hard and achieved a good Ofsted rating in 2018 and who will respond positively to new ideas and strong, clear leadership.
• supportive parents and carers who only want what is best for their children and the school.
• an experienced and multi skilled Governing Board who provide challenge in a supportive framework.
• a commitment to wellbeing and to personal and professional developmentIf you would like to visit our school or speak to our current Headteacher, please contact Mel Clarke in the School Office on 01772 682866. Visits will be arranged subject to COVID-19 restrictions in place at the time of the visit and may be subject to change.
Head teacher - Kirkham and Wesham Primary School Lancashire job summary
Due to the retirement of the current post holder, the governors of Kirkham & Wesham Primary School are seeking to appoint a new Head teacher.
We are looking for:
• an experienced leader with the proven and adept ability to lead a strong team and bring innovation and execute changes in an ever changing learning environment.
• a leader who is able to Inspire and develop the school's belief of high expectations and enthuse our children to enjoy their learning and to be the very best they can be.
• a leader who is able to ensure our school has a quality curriculum and that teaching throughout school is creative, innovative and based on research.
• a leader who ensures that high quality teaching develops the talents, wellbeing and success of all members of the school community.
• an approachable and caring leader who can build excellent relationships with our children, staff, parents, governors and the wider community, always having the children's learning, attainment and well-being at the heart of every decision.
• a leader who has a proven strategic understanding of effective financial management and analysis.
• a leader who works well with the Governing Board to ensure the success of the school
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 Kirkham and Wesham Primary School
- School type
- Local authority maintained school, ages 4 to 11
- Education phase
- View all Primaryjobs
- School size
- 208 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
- Email address
- bursar@kirkhamwesham.lanc.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 01772 682866
Dear Applicant,
Thank you for your interest in the position of Head teacher at our friendly and welcoming school.
KWPS is located in the historic market town of Kirkham and celebrated its centenary in 2010. We
currently have 200 pupils and also provide a before and after school club. Our children are friendly,
enthusiastic and eager to learn.
Our teaching and support staff are experienced, loyal and committed and have an excellent
relationship with the pupils and families. We also have strong links to the community, participating in
multiple events during the year.
Our school has a supportive and experienced Governing Board who are not afraid to challenge but
will provide assistance and support whenever required.
KWPS teaches across the full range of curriculum and places a high value on personal and social
development. We aim to develop and inspire our children with self belief and equip them with skills,
knowledge and experiences to enable them to thrive in this ever changing world.
We have a culture of high expectations and encourage our children to be the best they can be.
In 2018 we were rated ‘Good’ in our Ofsted Inspection, the Inspector commented on the strong and
caring leadership, leading an enthusiastic team which strives to do its best for pupils. It was noted that
staff felt well supported and valued the leadership of the school and that support staff worked closely
with teachers to ensure that pupils make good progress in their learning.
We were very proud of the comment ‘The school is a hive of activity where no learning time is lost.’
The successful applicant would build on this bringing new ideas and innovation for a changing
environment and learning experiences.
We actively encourage the children to participate in all aspects of school life and have an enthusiastic
School Council. The intention was for them to write their own welcome letter but unfortunately with the
current restrictions in place we have struggled to arrange this.
Our school is a happy place to attend and work and we wish you every success should you decide to
apply.
If you would like to visit our school or speak to our current Headteacher, please contact Mel Clarke in
the School Office on 01772 682866. Visits will be arranged subject to COVID-19 restrictions in place
at the time of the visit and may be subject to change.
Yours sincerely,
Lynne Lowe
Chair of Governors
Arranging a visit to Kirkham and Wesham Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email bursar@kirkhamwesham.lanc.sch.uk.
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