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
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £48,901 - £65,310 (L6-18)
Head Teacher job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a new Headteacher to lead our very special school on its journey to outstanding.
We are looking for a caring, passionate and dedicated Headteacher who will work closely with all stakeholders – children, staff, the church, governors, parents and the local community to build on the existing secure environment for our pupils in order to secure an excellent educational experience for our children. The successful candidate will join us after Easter at the start of the summer term in 2022.
Every child matters to us at Northaw and the successful candidate will further embed and expand the strong pastoral support we provide for our children, to ensure that pupils develop their academic, personal, social, moral, spiritual and cultural skills.
We work closely with our associated church, St Thomas Becket and its vicar. We have a community feel achieved through the positive relationships built between school and home and through strong relationships with the local community. The School is especially proud of our links to the global community through Kiyunga Parents School in South East Uganda.
The successful candidate will be keen to actively enhance these links, build new relationships and, working with our deeply embedded Christian Ethos at the heart of the school, the new Headteacher will drive forward our vision of ‘Loving for Today, Learning for Tomorrow, Forever in Faith’ and enhance the strategic and financial direction of our school.
Our new Headteacher will:
- Have proven skills and experience to deliver the school’s vision for the future
- Be able to embrace, the school’s ethos and values
- Bring energy and passion for teaching and learning with an ability to inspire children and colleagues to achieve their potential
- Be committed to leading on the design and implementation of a curriculum and to create a stimulating environment which inspires and engages all pupils, so that our children reach their full potential and the highest possible standards in all area
- Be a confident decision maker who will take the initiative and work collaboratively with all stakeholders
- Be a caring leader willing to guide and nurture the team, but also prepared to make tough decisions when needed
- Work with the Business Manager to identify and secure funding and income opportunities for the school, including submitting successful bids for capital expenditure projects and charitable donations.
- Have a good understanding of the school’s finances.
- Have excellent interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence and be able to communicate effectively with children, staff, parents and the PTA.
- Develop an inclusive working relationship with the Chair of Governors and be able to submit succinct monthly reports to the Governing Body.
- Have a commitment to the professional development and wellbeing of staff and children
In return we can offer you:
- The opportunity to join an open-minded Governing Body who support the development of the school and Headteacher
- A happy, safe, welcoming and healthy environment where enthusiastic children learn and are respected and valued
- A motivated staff team who are keen to embrace new ideas and strengthen the quality of teaching and learning
- An exciting new challenge to lead Northaw CofE Primary on its journey towards outstanding
- The opportunity to build on relationships with parents and the local community
- Support and commitment with your professional development and access to the NPQH; HfL new headteacher induction; the Diocese Headteacher induction programme or CPD for existing leaders as appropriate.
If you wish to discuss the role with the Chair of Governors, please do not hesitate to contact them on governor@northaw.herts.sch.uk
Please note that for the right candidate, governors would be happy to consider both part time and job share applications.
The successful applicant may not necessarily be currently working in a head’s role.
To apply please send your completed TiH application form (CVs will not be considered) to: leadership.recruitment@hertsforlearning.co.uk or apply online via Teach in Herts.
Please note late applications will not be accepted.
Important Dates:
Advert closing: Monday 17th January 2022, 09:00am
Shortlisting: Wednesday 19th January 2022
Interviews: Tuesday 25th/ Wednesday 26th January 2022
Commitment to safeguarding
Northaw CE Primary School is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All post holders are subject to a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
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About Northaw Church of England Primary School
- School type
- Local authority maintained school, Church of England, ages 3 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary
- School size
- 102 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 11
Northaw School is situated in a small village with stunning and surprising views overlooking Great Wood in Hertfordshire. As a Voluntary Aided Church school our approach is guided by our Christian family ethos that is inclusive and welcoming to all faiths as well as to those who do not attend Church.
With just over one hundred children we are able to offer a personal approach to each child's education, enabling every child to achieve his or her best. Embracing our 6Rs, we value each child's contribution to the school whether it is academic, sporting, musical, creative, interpersonal, helpful, cultural or spiritual.
The school has an extensive playing field, a hard surfaced playground, wild areas for Forest School and a peaceful reflection garden. We are lucky to have a well- stocked library and a well-used art studio, which are used in school and after school.
We have four classes, each with two year groups: Foundation Years, Key Stage 1, and two Key Stage 2 Classes. There is a high quality mix of experienced and new teachers and strong well-qualified support staff who enjoy working together.
We reward and encourage good behaviour, good manners and helpfulness. All children are expected to wear the approved school uniform. We feel that it helps the children to feel part of the family of Northaw CE Primary School and it helps to promote unity and a sense of ownership.
We encourage home learning and the support of parents and carers. We encourage parental participation and involvement in all aspects of the school. When they have the time to spare, we invite parents to share their talents with our children.
Our Governing Body is proactive and supportive. Our PTA organises events that are fun for the children and raise valuable funds for the school.
As a small school we believe it is important to keep in close contact with our neighbours. The school is very much at the centre of the village and the church community and likewise the church community supports events at the school.
Arranging a visit to Northaw Church of England Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email governor@northaw.herts.sch.uk.