9 days remaining to apply
Expected start date
1 January 2022
Application deadline
30 September 2021 at 12:00pm
Date listed
14 September 2021
Job details
- Job role
- Leadership
- Working pattern
- Full-time
- Contract type
- Permanent
- Salary
- L14 (£58,135) - L21 (£68,347) per annum.
Job summary
We are seeking to appoint an inspirational leader following the departure of an extremely successful headteacher, at an exciting point in the development of the school. The governors will look to the new headteacher to build on what has made - and continues to make – Brookhouse successful and distinctive, whilst at the same time developing a robust strategy for the future.
We are looking for a headteacher who will demonstrate personal, visible and accessible leadership and build on strong foundations that will inspire the continued momentum and ambition for the school. The successful candidate will embrace our clear vision and values and bring inspirational drive and ambition for continual improvement that is demonstrated through improved outcomes for our children.
We would like to appoint someone who:
Is dedicated to continuing to raise standards in our safe, supportive and inclusive school where high standards and expectations through excellent and inspirational teaching, learning and assessment is provided for every child.
Will value and develop the strengths and skills of our staff.
Has professional dedication, commitment, resilience and relishes a challenge.
Has a clear vision and rationale for behaviour management that is compatible with our extremely effective approach and standards across the school community.
Adopts our vision, ethos, values and motto ‘Be the best you can be!’.
Continue to build upon already strong links with our community.
Brookhouse Primary School is committed to promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will need to undertake an enhanced DBS check, will be subject to receipt of suitable references, and qualifications and identity checks.
Closing Date for Applications: Thursday, 30th September, 2021
Interview Day 1: Wednesday 13th October, 2021. Any shortlisted candidates will need to be available to undertake tasks on this visit as part of the interview process.
Interview Day 2: Thursday 14th October, 2021.
Applying for the job
Completed application forms and a supporting statement of no more than 1,500 words explaining how you meet the required criteria should be emailed to schoolhrteam@blackburn.gov.uk by no later than 12:00pm on Thursday, 30th September 2021.
Supporting documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
School overview
- School type
- Local authority maintained school, ages 2 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary
- School size
- 264 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 2 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
- School website
- Brookhouse Primary School website (opens in new tab)
- Contact email
- schoolhrteam@blackburn.gov.uk
- Contact phone number
- 01254 588973
About Brookhouse Primary School
We can offer:
Delightful, well-behaved children who are inspired to learn in exciting and creative ways.
An enthusiastic and talented staff team who go the extra mile to make Brookhouse a great place to be, who motivate pupils to promote independence and a love of learning.
A whole school community committed to our vision, values and mission, with a climate where excellence is the standard.
A challenging and stimulating place to work.
A commitment to your professional development.
Arranging a visit to Brookhouse Primary School
The best way to learn more about us is by coming to see us, our school and our enthusiastic and creative children who would be happy to show you around.
For further details or to arrange a visit contact our Business Manager, Fatima Seedat on 01254 666050 or email: fatima.seedat@brookhouse.blackburn.sch.uk
School location
Troy Street, Blackburn, Lancashire, BB1 6NYSimilar jobs nearby
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