Headteacher - Upland Primary School, Bexleyheath - Full-time

Cygnus Academies Trust

• Ref:KCC-F48-1-L
• Posted:12/09/2022
• Pay:Leadership London Outer - L15-20
• Start Date:Jan 2023 (flexible for the right candidate)
• App Close Date:14/10/2022 at 12:00
• Interviews:18/19 Oct 2022

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Headteacher, Upland Primary School, Bexleyheath

About Upland Primary School

Upland Primary School is an over-subscribed two-form entry primary school with a nursery in the heart of Bexleyheath.  Our school has a vibrant feel; we are proud of our happy, welcoming and positive atmosphere and our strong community links.  The exciting and innovative curriculum at Upland ensures that our children enjoy coming to school and have a real love of learning.  Our children are encouraged to become independent learners; we work together to build confidence and self-esteem, allowing children to explore different activities in a variety of ways. Our Ofsted inspection in January 2019 confirmed the previous grading of Good, with a recommendation for a section 5 inspection within 2 years, with a view to becoming Outstanding. 

For further information about the school, please visit: http://upland.bexley.sch.uk/

Your Opportunity

Cygnus Academies Trust and Upland’s Local Governing Committee are seeking to appoint an exceptional and inspiring leader to the position of Headteacher of Upland Primary School.

The Headteacher will work with staff, governors and the Trust to deliver the school’s strategic developments by building on the school’s strong foundations and delivering the vision of a high-performing, safe and nurturing environment where all pupils are valued equally and encouraged to become independent learners and critical thinkers.

We are looking for a Headteacher who is:

• able to demonstrate significant impact in a leadership role within a primary school;
• a leader who can inspire and motivate staff, children and parents;
• passionate about each child being given the opportunity and means to reach their full potential; and
• able to articulate a clear vision and set the strategic direction for the school.

Our new Headteacher will have the opportunity to lead a school community that is caring, supportive and committed to our pupils. We are looking for a leader with ambition, determination and creativity who would relish the opportunity of working in a supportive and outward facing multi academy trust. In return we offer a reassuring induction package, a supportive leadership team, at school and Trust level, passionate colleagues, a commitment to high quality professional development, and a genuinely happy environment to work in.

We welcome applications from senior leaders and existing headteachers.  Further details about this vacancy are available to download from the downloads section below.

Alternatively, if you wish to discuss the post further please contact Beth McKenzie, Deputy CEO on 01322 224201 or beth.mckenzie@cygnus.org.uk.  Visits to the school are essential and can also be arranged by contacting Beth.

Please note that the vacancy may close early if a suitable applicant is found.

Information about the trust

Cygnus Academies Trust

Cygnus Academies Trust who are a group of friendly, like-minded schools, working together in the best interest of all our children. Driven by a desire to collaborate at every level, with an emphasis on staff development and opportunities for all. Cygnus Academies Trust schools really are a fantastic place to work and learn. Our approach is to allow all schools to retain and celebrate their uniqueness. While ensuring; great teaching and learning, strong leadership and management, effective local governance, curriculum expertise, visionary business and financial management.

For further information about the Trust, please visit www.cygnus.org.uk

Safer recruitment

Cygnus Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. In line with Safer Recruitment guidelines, CVs will not be accepted, and you are required to complete the application in full giving details of all employment, training and gaps in employment. Cygnus Academies Trust reserves the right to reject incomplete application forms and any consistencies or anomalies will be explored at, or prior to, interview.

Any offer of employment is subject to pre-employment checks including a satisfactory ‘Enhanced with Barred List Check’ through the Disclosure and Barring Service. We will require two satisfactory references; one of which must be your line manager in your present or most recent employment. References will be requested prior to interview so please ensure that your referees are available to provide a reference.

Equal Opportunities

Cygnus Academies Trust is an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and inclusion who welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. All people who work and study at our Trust have the right to be respected and valued within a safe and secure environment and not to be discriminated against on the grounds of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage & civil partnership, pregnancy & maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Jenny Baker
• Address:Cygnus Academies Trust,
  C/O Manor Community Primary School,
  Keary Road,
  Swanscombe,
  Kent,
  DA10 0BU
• Telephone: 01322224201
• Email: jenny.baker@cygnus.org.uk

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Documents

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• Job Description and Person Specification