Headteacher - Full-time

Tunbury Primary School, Walderslade

Ref:KCC886-2530-222L
Posted:05/04/2019
Pay:£65,000 - £74,985 per annum
Start Date:Jan 2020
App Close Date:20/05/2019 at 12:00
Interviews:11th and 12th June 2019

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Are you an inspiring, approachable and enthusiastic leader?

Are you looking for an opportunity to take your career to the next level?

We are seeking a committed and driven Headteacher who will provide strategic leadership, direction, management and guidance across a wide and diverse range of operational matters, developing and implementing a clear and forward-thinking vision for the future of Tunbury Primary School.

This is an exciting opportunity to work for a large and unique 3-form entry school with over 590 pupils, situated within an affluent area of Medway. We are a good school delivering good results and could not be prouder of our amazing children, passionate staff, supportive parent community and Governing Body.

Working in close partnership with five other local primary schools we support each other with all aspects of best practice, raising standards and ensuring that we all benefit from the support offered by our collaboration and school leaders. We want to ensure growth, success and better quality of education to enable our pupils the opportunity to achieve better outcomes and reach their full potential.

Wellbeing is at the heart of everything that we represent, for staff and pupils alike, as we strive to provide a secure, caring and fun environment. As the new Headteacher at Tunbury Primary School, you can expect to receive full support from the dedicated Governing Body and through training and development we will ensure that you have a healthy work-life balance and are able to achieve your goals.

Our School and all its personnel are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children. This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

For more information and an application pack please visit our microsite.

Information about the school

We are Team Tunbury, a safe, nurturing and inclusive school community where everyone is respected and valued. We inspire our children to be successful, independent life-long learners.

We are a popular three form entry school set in spacious grounds within the leafy suburbs of Walderslade, Kent. Our children are happy, well motivated and very keen to learn. The Tunbury staff team is welcoming, supportive and positive about making a difference. Our school is rated Good by Ofsted.

Tunbury Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Quotes from our school community:

“My children have had amazing relationships with their teachers and TAs, which has really helped them to grow.” (Team Tunbury parent/carer)

“Thank you to the whole team at Tunbury - SLT, teachers, TAs, volunteers, support staff and canteen staff! Your role is more important than you may know and I am grateful my children have the care and nurture, as well as academic support at Tunbury.” (Team Tunbury parent/carer)

“It is a place where you can feel safe and learn about all the things in the world.” (Team Tunbury pupil)

“There are amazing people to look after me.” (Team Tunbury pupil)

“Children are happy and enjoy being here.” (Team Tunbury staff member)

“What works well at Tunbury? Teamwork! I like the whole atmosphere within school. All staff are friendly to each other and have the same ambitions for the children.” (Team Tunbury staff member)

"Everyone at this school is part of ‘Team Tunbury’. Leaders have created a collaborative community. There is a real spirit of togetherness and inclusion." (Ofsted, June 2023)

Job Contact Information

Name:Mrs Ruth Austin
Address:Tunbury Avenue, Walderslade, Kent, ME5 9HY
Telephone: (01634) 863085
Email: office@tunbury.kent.sch.uk

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