Headteacher
Hawthorn Community Primary School, Kettering, Northamptonshire, NN15 7HTThis job expired on 12 May 2021
Job start date
1 September 2021
Closing date
12 May 2021 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
23 April 2021
Job details
Job role
- Headteacher
- Deputy headteacher
- Assistant headteacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time, part time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- L11-L16
Headteacher job summary
The governors of Hawthorn Community Primary School are delighted to announce they are now accepting applications for the post of Headteacher, in advance of the retirement of their current Headteacher at the end of the academic year.
Hawthorn Community Primary School has a rich and varied history, celebrating its 125th anniversary in 2020. Hawthorn is a well loved feature of the local community, with the support of local residents, governors, parents, families, committed staff and our Trust- Pathfinder Schools.
Both the Governing Body of the school and the Pathfinder Schools Trust Board are extremely proud of the school. Through the cultivation of teamwork, community, respect, thoughtfulness, resilience and creativity , we have created an environment where both our learners and staff are inspired and enthused to learn. We recognise that recruiting the right person as our next leader is key to supporting the school on its path to being recognised as a good and outstanding school.
Our new leader will;
have an inspiring vision for leadership and ongoing school improvement
have a positive approach and a commitment to making a difference to the life chances of each child, leading them in sharing the core principles of our ethos
have the ability to build, lead, nurture and develop,
inspire and motivate a team of exceptional and engaged staff
be a champion of innovation and bring a creative approach to the position
Our vision is to;
inspire the future of each pupil through making learning fun, creative and rewarding
support pupils in becoming secure in their knowledge, articulate thinkers, and independent learners, who have the confidence to achieve their ambitions
lead a team who will listen to pupils, be fair and aspirational, guiding them in knowing, understanding and sharing our core values
support school staff at each stage of their careers and contribute to a vibrant and dynamic community
provide a broad and balanced curriculum infused with our core values
Our governing body will offer you;
• their wholehearted support, trust and time
the opportunity to lead and develop the school within your vision of best practice
Access to CPD and leadership development opportunities
the chance to build further from the successful platform of a well- loved school, with the commitment of staff and governors to continue the pursuit of improvement and excellence
Being part of Pathfinder Schools offers a fantastic opportunity to develop yourself, as a Trust we actively encourage collaboration and the sharing of good practice; we believe that by developing a love of learning and having the highest expectations, all members of the Pathfinder Schools community can achieve and inspire greatness.
For more information on the role and our school please refer to the enclosed candidate information pack and job description/person specification.
Pathfinder Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS, Reference, Identity, Criminal Record and Medical Checks are mandatory for all posts within Pathfinder Schools.
Pathfinder Schools is passionate about its values of collaboration, humanity and independence, we believe that when people feel respected and included they can be more creative, innovative, and successful.
We are committed to an inclusive workforce that represents many different cultures, backgrounds and viewpoints. Our employee lifecycle processes are designed to prevent discrimination against our colleagues, regardless of gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, pregnancy and maternity, marital status, ethnicity, age, disability status, or any other aspect which makes them unique. While we have more work to do to advance diversity and inclusion, we’re committed to moving our Trust and the education sector forward.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
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About Hawthorn Community Primary School
- School type
- Academy, ages 4 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary
- School size
- 314 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Hawthorn Community Primary School website
- Email address
- recruitment@pathfinderschools.org.uk
- Phone number
- +441536714045
Arranging a visit to Hawthorn Community Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@pathfinderschools.org.uk.
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