Headteacher
Arboretum Primary School, Derby, Derbyshire, DE23 8GPThis job expired on 18 September 2022 – see similar jobs
Job start date
1 January 2023
Closing date
18 September 2022 at 11:59pm
Date listed
27 July 2022
Job details
Job role
- Headteacher
- Deputy headteacher
- Assistant headteacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- L21 – L27
Headteacher job summary
The Governors of Arboretum Primary School are looking to appoint an inspirational, forward-thinking Headteacher to lead our popular, diverse and welcoming Primary School in the heart of Derby.
Arboretum is a proud member of Derby Diocesan Academy Trust (www.ddat.org.uk) and enjoys a positive relationship with a team of professionals providing effective support in school improvement and operations.
At Arboretum, children are at the heart of all our work and our priority is to deliver high quality teaching and learning whilst at the same time providing rich and enjoyable learning experiences. Everything we do as a school is to ensure that the children ‘reach for the stars’ and achieve their very best: it is our job to ensure that they all reach for the highest levels of personal achievement and development.
We want every child to be successful; to reach for the stars from the very first day they join us so that when they leave us, they have a love of learning for the rest of their lives.
Are you already a serving Headteacher or a highly experienced Deputy Head, and eager for a new and stimulating challenge? You will be excited about operating in an environment where your ideas and enthusiasm can be directed to help develop your own school as well as have an impact across a vibrant and growing Multi-Academy Trust.
You are an enthusiastic and adaptable leader who:
- Has regard and respect for the experiences, knowledge and cultural diversity that every child brings to school and use this as a foundation for improving standards;
- Values the achievements of all children and provides opportunities to develop self-confidence and a positive self image;
- Provides a supportive culture in which all staff are encouraged to extend, develop and share their expertise;
- Offers all children equal access to the curriculum and all aspects of school life; where individual differences are appreciated, celebrated, understood and accepted;
- Encourages children to become good citizens holding British values, by developing caring attitudes, tolerance and respect towards themselves, other children, adults, their school and their community.
In return we can offer you:
- Happy children who are eager to learn;
- Dedicated, hardworking and committed teaching and support staff;
- A commitment to continued professional development;
- A supportive Academy Trust and active Local Governing Body;
- A happy learning environment with the chance to apply your ideas and skills to a school that is thriving and ready for you to take charge.
To arrange a visit to the school, please contact Clare Fryer in the first instance on 01332 291140
Applications should be made using the DDAT application forms only, available at https://ddat.org.uk/vacancies-2, and submitted to HR@ddat.org.uk by the closing date.
Closing date for applications: 18 September 2022
Potential Interview date: 22 & 23 September 2022
DDAT welcomes a diverse population of both children and staff and is committed to promoting and developing equality of opportunity in all its functions.
DDAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references, completion of a probationary period, pre-employment and Disclosure Barring Service checks. 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.
Commitment to safeguarding
DDAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references, online checks, completion of a probationary period, pre-employment and Disclosure Barring Service checks. 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.
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About Arboretum Primary School
- School type
- Academy, ages 2 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary
- School size
- 640 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 2 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Arboretum Primary School website
- Email address
- hr@ddat.org.uk
Arboretum Primary School is a proud member of Derby Diocesan Academy Trust (DDAT) www.ddat.org.uk.
Arboretum is a happy place to be. Our school is full of laughter, care and love; where each child is respected as the unique individual that they are. At Arboretum we underpin all of our work with the school’s values of ‘Ready, Respectful and Safe’. At Arboretum, children are at the heart of our work. Our priority is to deliver high quality teaching and learning whilst at the same time providing rich and enjoyable learning experiences.
We aim to provide a safe, happy and healthy environment in which all children are encouraged to be creative, confident and enquiring individuals. We want our children to be successful, to love learning and to move onto the next stage of their education with the skills, knowledge and understanding that will enable them to thrive. We have high expectations of our children; we will expect and support them to ‘Reach for the Stars’.
We are a large 625 place primary (which includes 32 children in our 2 year old unit and 60 in our 3 year old nursery), with a rich, ethnic mix of delightful and well-behaved children. We have a modern school that sits in large attractive grounds. We pride ourselves on our caring ethos and the value we place in our dedicated and friendly staff teams. We are a popular school, and have a waiting list for most year groups.
Arranging a visit to Arboretum Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email hr@ddat.org.uk.
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