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Assistant Headteacher - Full-time

High Halden Church of England Primary School , Ashford

  • Ref:KCC886-3139-96L
  • Posted:04/05/2022
  • Pay:Leadership Scale (L1-L5)
  • Start Date:September 2022
  • App Close Date:16/05/2022 at 20:00
  • Interviews:20th May 2022

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Due to the promotion of our current Assistant Head, an exceptional opportunity has arisen to join our team.  We are looking for an inspirational teacher who can lead our curriculum development across the school. As well as being an inspirational teacher, our ideal candidate will see this as more than just a job – our staff go above and beyond to ensure our children flourish holistically.

As a school, we keep our hearts and minds focused on what this job is really all about – doing the best for the children. At High Halden, we support each other and everything is a team effort. We prioritise the wellbeing of our pupils, staff and families whilst striving to provide a progressive and exciting curriculum for our learners. We want to find a like-minded individual who would relish the opportunity to work with us.

The position would be suited to an existing Assistant Head, looking for a different setting or someone with a proven track-record of excellence in Middle Leadership, ready to take the next step in their career. You will work collaboratively with our SENCO and Headteacher, driving forward our vision and school priorities.

The role will comprise of 2.5 days in our Y5/6 class, with the remaining time out of class. Our Headteacher works across two schools so you will be required to lead in her absence on these days. 

We warmly invite visits to the school and/or a telephone conversation with the Headteacher prior to application.

Our recent Ofsted Inspection (Feb 22) states:

  • Everyone in this school is involved in its continual strive to improve. There is a strong sense of pride from everyone involved.
  • Pupils are expected to conduct themselves well and they rise to this challenge. As they grow in this safe and nurturing environment, pupils develop confidence and self-esteem. High standards of behaviour allow pupils to concentrate and achieve well.
  • The school has developed a strong curriculum. Its creation is grounded firmly in the school’s ethos of encouraging curiosity and creativity, as well as developing character and a sense of community.
  • Leaders have been highly effective in creating an overwhelmingly positive staff team who feel inspired, well supported and unanimously proud to work at the school.

Please take a closer look at our job description and person specification to find out about the qualities and attributes we are looking for. 

In return we can offer:

  • A happy and positive work environment
  • Friendly and hard-working children
  • Supportive families, community and governing board.
  • A place where everyone is welcome

Closing date: 16th May 22

Interviews: 20th May 22 

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of children and young people.  All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment and all appointments will be subject to appropriate vetting, including an enhanced DBS disclosure check and two recent references.

Information about the school

High Halden Church of England Primary School is a small, friendly school which has served the local community since 1868. We have a team of dedicated and committed teachers, support staff and governors and a strong relationship with our local church and community. The behaviour and attitudes displayed by our pupils are very good and we work closely with parents to provide the best possible opportunities for our children. We are proud of our positive and caring ethos through which all our pupils are encouraged to reach their full potential.

Our School Vision At High Halden we take pride in creating a nurturing environment where our community of learners are valued as individuals. Through God’s love, rich experiences and a sense of belonging, all will make strong roots to grow, flourish and bear fruit.

Our Christian Values

Generosity Respect ❤ Wisdom Trust Hope

Our vision and associated values are theologically centred on the Bible narrative ‘The Vine and the Branches’

I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit (John 15:5).

Rooted in God, we grow together.

Job Contact Information

Fax: (01233)850656

Documents

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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our students. You are advised that this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and therefore this post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Please be aware that schools are also required to undertake online recruitment checks on shortlisted candidates under changes to Keeping Children Safe in Education.