Headteacher
Edleston Primary School, Crewe, Cheshire, CW2 7PXThis job expired on 31 May 2023 – see similar jobs
Job start date
1 January 2024
Closing date
31 May 2023 at 5pm
Date listed
5 May 2023
Job details
Job role
- Headteacher
- Deputy headteacher
- Assistant headteacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2
Working pattern
- Full time: Full-time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- Between £59,558 and £72,483
Pay scale
- L13 - L21
What skills and experience we're looking for
The Governors are seeking to appoint an inspirational, successful, and dedicated practitioner with proven senior management experience to lead the school. The successful candidate will need to have a proven track record of improving achievement and raising standards and expectations. They will need to be inclusive, a good team player and leader, with strong communication skills. They will need to be committed to promoting the values of this school and be ‘child-centred.’ The successful candidate will be ever mindful of the fact that Edleston Primary School is first choice for EAL parents within Crewe and has a high percentage of EAL children. We believe that this is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated individual who shares our vision of excellence. The new Headteacher will be committed to providing a high quality, broad and enriching educational experience for all pupils, within our strong family ethos. Edleston Primary School is a highly successful school graded ‘Good’ by Ofsted.
We are looking for a Headteacher who has:
- Energy and vision to develop the school’s present academic achievements.
- Experience and ability to develop excellent school management which will ensure continuing staff development, sound governance and effective budget control.
- Proven leadership skills with which to motivate and inspire our children, staff, and community.
- Innovative ways to give our children life skills within a broad educational experience.
- Passion and commitment to improve outcomes for all our children and to nurture the whole development of every child.
- The ability to build strong partnerships with all stakeholders.
- The conviction to lead the school in its mission to offer an excellent education within the ethos of ‘Care for Everyone.’
- A proven track record of achievement which demonstrates positive impact and improved outcomes.
- Excellent teaching experience within the Primary Phase.
What the school offers its staff
We can offer you:
- An inclusive, progressive school with a track record of strong academic success.
- A dedicated, committed, and caring team of outstanding practitioners.
- Happy, friendly, and hardworking children who are proud of their school.
- A supportive team of dedicated governors and an engaged parent community.
- Strong and close relationships with the local churches and local community.
- A valuable partnership with neighbouring primary and secondary schools.
- The opportunity to enhance your career by making a difference and positive impact in our school through your commitment as Headteacher.
Commitment to safeguarding
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers, and external agencies to share this commitment. Successful candidates will be subjected to an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Edleston Primary School
- School type
- Local authority maintained school, ages 4 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary
- School size
- 207 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Edleston Primary School website
- Email address
- admin@edleston.cheshire.sch.uk
Situated in the heart of Crewe – a town with a rich heritage and major opportunities for development and growth – Edleston Primary School is a Group 2 school with 212 children on roll (30 pupil entry), arranged in seven classes with each having a teaching assistant for support.
We are located in a closely connected urban area with our own private school playing field and all-weather pitch.
Arranging a visit to Edleston Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email admin@edleston.cheshire.sch.uk.
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