Headteacher

Ancaster CofE Primary School, Grantham, Lincolnshire, NG32 3QQ

40 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  Easter 2023

• Closing date

  13 January 2023 at 5pm

• Date listed

  22 November 2022

Job details

• Job role:
  • Headteacher, deputy or assistant headteacher
• Key stage: Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern:
  • Full time - as required
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: L14-L20

What skills and experience we're looking for

• a clear vision of excellence in primary education with the ability to think strategically and lead the school by building on the strategy, vision and values already in place
• the desire to work in a truly inclusive school, where every child, family and staff member feels welcomed and valued
• the highest expectations for children’s attainment, personal development, welfare and behaviour
• ability to activate all children, staff and parents / carers to support our Christian ethos and our values
• excellent communication and strong interpersonal skills
• the willingness to look outwards, and the desire to continually learn
• an understanding of the latest OFSTED and SIAMS inspection frameworks to drive performance
• a desire to research and implement new as well as proven teaching methods to support development of all children in the school
• proven leadership with evidence of understanding and embedding new initiatives to develop and enhance the curriculum
• an understanding of effective management and an ability to support, mentor and empower a team of highly motivated, passionate and dedicated staff
• confidence to be a visible and active headteacher, available to children, staff and parents
• an openness to the advice and guidance of others; to readily admit mistakes and share the learning opportunities from these.

What the school offers its staff

• the opportunity to work with amazing children who are committed to their learning and ourfour guiding lights
• committed, fun-loving and supportive teaching and staff who value professionaldevelopment
• a forward-looking, collaborative and diverse governing body
• an active PTFA
• supportive parents
• a well-developed learning environment (inside and outside) to enable children to be the bestthey can be
• a strong link to the church, and a school that is truly at the heart of the community

Commitment to safeguarding

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Applying for the job

Please download the application form using the link below, and once completed send to debbie.scott@ancaster.lincs.sch.uk

Upload additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

Ancaster privacy notice for staff.pdf - 238 KB (opens in new tab)

Ancaster Church of England HT recruitment letter.pdf - 309 KB (opens in new tab)

Ancaster Church of England Primary School HT recruitment pack 2022.pdf - 1.26 MB (opens in new tab)

About Ancaster CofE Primary School

• School type: Local authority maintained school, Church of England, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary
• School size: 188 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
• School website: Ancaster CofE Primary School website (opens in new tab)
• Email address: enquiries@ancaster.lincs.sch.uk
• Phone number: 01400 230871
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/ancaster-cofe-primary-school (opens in new tab)

Arranging a visit to Ancaster CofE Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email enquiries@ancaster.lincs.sch.uk.

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