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Headteacher (0.4 - 0.5 Teaching Commitment) L7 - L13

Litton CofE Primary School, Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 8QU

This job expired on 3 October 2021 – see similar jobs

• Closing date

  3 October 2021 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  23 September 2021

Job details

• Job role:
  • Headteacher
  • Deputy headteacher
  • Assistant headteacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time: Full Time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: L7 - L13

Headteacher (0.4 - 0.5 Teaching Commitment) L7 - L13 job summary

This exciting opportunity has arisen due to the retirement of our Headteacher. The successful candidate will currently be a Headteacher, Deputy Headteacher or experienced Senior Leader. They will act as an inspirational leader and exceptional classroom practitioner in a school where every individual is inspired to learn and achieve in a safe and caring environment. We are looking for an individual with a clear vision for the further development of our excellent and welcoming Church of England Aided School. We can offer: A supportive approach in developing a caring and responsible attitude in our pupils A strong and inclusive Christian ethos. Dedicated, enthusiastic and hardworking staff. Supportive and active Governors, close links with the Church and a thriving PTA. A happy place, where a high value is placed on the care and well-being of all. A broad and exciting curriculum which is designed to be accessible and enriching for each individual pupil The successful candidate will: Be an ambitious well-organised individual with strong management, leadership and teaching skills and a flexible approach. Demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching and learning including embracing the rural setting with a strong focus on nature Build on the current Christian values and inclusive ethos of the School. Be able to implement standards set by Ofsted and SIAMS. Be committed to safeguarding the welfare of our children. Be committed to building links with parents, carers and the wider community. Visits to the school by arrangement are warmly welcomed – please contact us on 01298 871449. Please also visit our website for further details - https://www.littonprimary.co.uk/ Litton School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Closing date: 3rd October 2021 Interviews: 18th and 19th October 2021 Further details and an application pack are available online at www.derbyshire.gov.uk/jobs or Call Derbyshire on 01629 533190 quoting the Job Reference. Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

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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 Litton CofE Primary School

• School type: Local authority maintained school, Church of England, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary
• School size: 46 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Litton CofE Primary School website
• Email address: headship.recruitment@derbyshire.gov.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/litton-cofe-primary-school

The school is located in a well-maintained building dating back to 1869. The building houses two spacious classrooms, a hall, a staff room, a library, and an office. The school can also use the local village hall and the local church.
The school is situated in the beautiful village of Litton to the East of the town of Buxton. The school grounds include a hard surface play area, woodchipped adventure trail, school garden and grassed play area. There is also a large area of woodland, outdoor classroom and pond.

Arranging a visit to Litton CofE Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email headship.recruitment@derbyshire.gov.uk.

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