Head Teacher of an Area Special School
Newark Orchard School, Newark, NG24 3ALThis job expired on 12 April 2024 – see similar jobs
Job start date
1 September 2024
Closing date
12 April 2024 at 11:59pm
Date listed
15 March 2024
Job details
Job role
- Headteacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2, Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- £77,195 to £107,700
What skills and experience we're looking for
The Governing Body wish to appoint an inspiring individual with the confidence and capability to build on our school’s legacy. We are looking for someone who shares our vision, values, passion and who understands what is needed to effective in our unique setting.
The ideal candidate will be an experienced and accomplished leader, who can lead by example, motivate and is a highly visible presence and whose values-based leadership promotes positivity, community and excellence in all they do.
Applications are welcome from existing Headteachers and experienced Deputy Headteachers who share our values.
What the school offers its staff
Newark Orchard school is a local authority maintained generic special school
With 170 pupils aged 3-18 spread over 21 classrooms in our newly rebuilt school. We are lucky enough to enjoy a wealth of modern facilities, including a sensory room, soft play room, immersion room, hydrotherapy pool and specialist curriculum rooms for DT, art, science and food tech.
Our school is situated in large, well maintained grounds on the outskirts of the beautiful historic town of Newark in Nottinghamshire, close to shops and major transport links and routes.
The school is proud of its very strong family feel, dedicated staff and governors.
Further details about the role
After 17 years of service, our wonderful Headteacher is retiring. This creates a unique opportunity for a passionate and experienced individual to take over the leadership at our ‘Good’ rated generic special school.
The Governing Body wish to appoint an inspiring individual with the confidence and capability to build on our school’s legacy. We are looking for someone who shares our vision, values, passion and who understands what is needed to effective in our unique setting.
Commitment to safeguarding
We are committed to rigorous safeguarding procedures and promoting the welfare of all children. An online search of publicly available information will be undertaken on all shortlisted candidates to help identify any incidents or issues that have happened, which the school might want to explore with the applicant at interview. When completing your application form, please ensure there are no gaps in your employment history that are not explained. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS Check.
About Newark Orchard School
- School type
- Special school, ages 3 to 18
- School size
- 161 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 18
- Ofsted report
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- School website
- Newark Orchard School website (opens in new tab)
- Email address
- governors@nottscc.gov.uk
- Phone number
- 01636 682255
Special School
Arranging a visit to Newark Orchard School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email governors@nottscc.gov.uk.
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