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Headteacher

Hawes Down Primary School, West Wickham, Kent, BR4 0BA

This job expired on 31 January 2022 – see similar jobs

• Job start date

  1 September 2022

• Closing date

  31 January 2022 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  13 January 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: L18 (£67,495) to L24 (£77,642)

Headteacher job summary

We are seeking an exceptional candidate to lead our school for the next stage; achieving high standards and progress for all, whilst retaining our friendly and caring ethos. The new Head Teacher will have the leadership skills essential to shape the future direction of the school. They will have a proven track record of raising achievement in their previous school or role.
We are seeking an individual who:
• Will provide strong, inspirational and enterprising leadership
• Has a clear vision and commitment to ensuring every child reaches their full potential, including those with SEND and those who are disadvantaged
• Has a proven track record of raising standards and levels of achievement, whilst ensuring efficient use of resources
• Can support staff in managing innovative and evidence-based learning and teaching approaches
• Is a forward thinking, skillful and reflective practitioner who demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills with all stakeholders.
We can offer you:
• An oversubscribed and popular school, with strong links with its local community
• An inclusive ethos in which everyone is valued and respected
• A loyal and committed staff team and supportive parents
• Confident, caring and responsible pupils who take pride in their achievements and their community
• The support of being part of a successful Multi Academy Trust, as part of a friendly and supportive team of fellow Head Teachers
• A conveniently located school, on the borders of Kent and London, close to the M25 and a short walk from West Wickham train station, which has direct trains to central London.

Commitment to safeguarding

Hawes Down Primary School is committed to equal opportunities and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, Barring Services check and satisfactory references.

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HDPS HT JD and PS January 2022.pdf - 183 KB (opens in new tab)

HDPS Head Teacher Advert Jan 2022.pdf - 258 KB (opens in new tab)

About Hawes Down Primary School

• School type: Academy, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary
• School size: 452 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
• School website: Hawes Down Primary School website (opens in new tab)
• Email address: rcooper@lplt.org.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/hawes-down-primary-school (opens in new tab)

Hawes Down Primary School is part of Langley Park Learning Trust, a Multi Academy Trust comprising of: Clare House Primary School, Hawes Down Primary School, Langley Park Primary School, Langley Park School for Boys and Langley Park School for Girls, all located in the London Borough of Bromley.

Hawes Down Primary School came together from the previous infant and junior schools in 2017 and is now a popular and consistently oversubscribed two form entry primary school in West Wickham, Bromley. We also have an Additionally Resourced Provision for up to 38 children with severe learning difficulties and are committed to an inclusive approach for all our children.

Arranging a visit to Hawes Down Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email rcooper@lplt.org.uk.

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