Headteacher
Westwood First School, Leek, Staffordshire, ST13 8DLThis job expired on 9 February 2023 – see similar jobs
Job start date
17 April 2023
Closing date
9 February 2023 at 5pm
Date listed
13 January 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: 32.5 hours a week
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- L15 to L21
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are seeking a new headteacher who will enjoy the challenge of continuing Westwood First’s very successful journey with our experienced team of teachers.
We are looking for a highly effective leader, who is used to working in a collegiate style with experienced staff and who values the skills of each member. A leader with a growth mindset, who inspires staff and children alike, utilising an adaptive style to best meet the needs of the whole school community. We are proud of our school and are looking for someone who will uphold our excellent reputation and nurture our existing strong positive relationships with children, staff, parents and families to improve outcomes for all.
As our new Headteacher, you will demonstrate your commitment to excellence inside and outside the classroom. You will also have a proven track record of high expectations and outstanding achievement along with a passion for all children and their education.
What the school offers its staff
The school is part of The Talentum Learning Trust, a flourishing family of locality schools. As the new headteacher, you will enjoy strong support and care from an experienced and approachable local governing board as well as advice and help from an experienced central trust team. The role includes day to-day responsibility for the operation of the school, providing a great education for all and ensuring the wellbeing of our whole school community.
We offer an attractive salary and benefits package. The Talentum Learning Trust supports its family of schools with specialist central services, a range of professional development and career opportunities and a wide network of curriculum and other links.
Commitment to safeguarding
Westwood First School is fully committed to safer recruitment practice. Pre-employment checks will always be undertaken and requested before the appointment is confirmed. All prospective employees are subjected to enhanced DBS disclosure. We are an equal opportunities employer.
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About Westwood First School
- School type
- Academy, ages 5 to 9
- Education phase
- Primary
- School size
- 276 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 5 to 9
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Westwood First School website
- Email address
- wfs.office@ttlt.org.uk
- Phone number
- 01538 714990
Arranging a visit to Westwood First School
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