Headteacher
Lowdham CofE Primary School, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG14 7BEThis job expired on 21 April 2023 – see similar jobs
Job start date
1 September 2023
Closing date
21 April 2023 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
24 March 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: 27.5 hours a week, Monday to Friday
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- L12-L18
What skills and experience we're looking for
Lowdham Church of England Primary School is seeking an exceptional and inspirational leader to become the Headteacher of our warm, welcoming and happy Christian school. Based in a beautiful and thriving village location you will find a friendly community, remarkable pupils and an experienced, dedicated staff team. Our school motto is ‘Shine like Stars’ and we strive to nurture the whole child so they thrive in a caring, safe and Christian environment. As one family commented “Lowdham school creates happy and confident children…with a passion for learning and a resilient attitude to both their studies and to life in general.”
The person we are looking for will have:
- The vision to embrace what we have achieved so far and develop our school even further
- The ability to promote a firm Christian ethos where children relish their formative years and retain many happy memories of their days at the school
- A deep-rooted understanding of the curriculum and learning
- A track record of ensuring high standards of achievement and behaviour for all children
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to inspire and further develop a highly motivated team of professionals
- The ability to put the school at the heart of the village by welcoming parents, partnerships and the community to share in the life of the school
- The ability to ‘Shine like Stars’ alongside the pupils
What the school offers its staff
- A governing body keen to work with you to ensure a smooth and successful transition
- Pupils who work hard and are eager to learn
- A rich curriculum with a range of clubs and activities
- The support of an experienced Deputy Headteacher and staff team
- A well-established collaboration with other local schools
- Excellent links with the local church
- A delightful environment with modern classrooms and a large area of outdoor space
Further details about the role
This is an exciting opportunity and a visit to the school website will give you a good introduction to our school. Potential applicants are strongly encouraged to visit the school by
- telephoning the school office on 0115 9663358 or
- emailing: hdunbar@lowdham.notts.sch.uk
Application packs and further details are available from Governor Services, telephone number 0115 8044 666 or email governors@nottscc.gov.uk
Closing date: Friday 21st April 2023 at 12 noon.
Shortlisting will take place on Monday 24th April 2023.
Interviews will take place on Wednesday 3rd and Thursday 4th May 2023
Commitment to safeguarding
At Lowdham CofE Primary School, we recognise our moral and statutory responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of all pupils. We endeavour to provide a safe and welcoming environment where children are respected and valued.
• All of our child protection and safeguarding policies, procedures and practices adhere to current government guidelines and are consistent with those of the NSCP
• All members of staff and regular volunteers and visitors are subject to the relevant background checks and receive regular and up-to-date safeguarding training
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About Lowdham CofE Primary School
- School type
- Local authority maintained school, Church of England, ages 5 to 11
- Education phase
- View all Primaryjobs
- School size
- 202 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 5 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
- School website
- Lowdham CofE Primary School website (opens in new tab)
- Email address
- hdunbar@lowdham.notts.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 0115 9663358
Lowdham C of E Primary School is a one-form entry school located in a commuter village ten miles outside of Nottingham and serves the village of Lowdham and the surrounding area. The modern, spacious building is surrounded by generous outdoor spaces which have been well-developed to provide a range of activities. The school has a strong and stable staff team who always strive to provide the best possible educational opportunities for Lowdham pupils and to ensure that they are happy and settled.
Arranging a visit to Lowdham CofE Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email hdunbar@lowdham.notts.sch.uk.
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