Head of School - Feniton C of E Primary School
- Multiple Locations
- Full Time
- L5 - L10
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Feniton Church of England Primary is offering a highly rewarding opportunity for a school leader to join us and continue to develop a high standard of education in a welcoming, inspiring and supportive environment, which is rooted in our Christian HEART Values.
A new Head of School will have the opportunity to influence current practice and lead the daily operations of the school, raising standards and motivating others to achieve their personal best and maintain the highest possible standards of learning and teaching.
Supported by an Executive Headteacher and the Senior Leadership Team of the Otter Valley Federation this is an exciting prospect for a leader who has a proven track record of school improvement and who wishes to lead a successful, happy and nurturing school, supported by a strong team culture and community partnerships.
We are looking for someone who will:
- Ensure a continuous and consistent school-wide focus on pupils’ achievement and wellbeing, establishing creative and responsive approaches to learning and teaching, set in the foundations of a broad curriculum;
- Improve the school’s level of success and attainment and report termly to governors;
- Communicate effectively to inspire pupils, staff and community;
- Make a positive contribution to the Otter Valley Federation Leadership Team;
- Secure the long-term success of the school;
- Promote and develop the Christian distinctiveness of the school;
- Be an excellent teacher who can lead by example;
- Be a Champion for maximising attendance and getting the best outcomes for pupils eligible for pupil premium;
- Lead safeguarding and early help in school with support of the Federation DSL;
- Liaise with the SENDCo to ensure effective SEND provision;
- Undertake, to the extent required by the Executive Headteacher or Governing Board, the professional duties of the Executive Headteacher in the event of her absence from the Federation.
We can offer you:
- A warm and friendly atmosphere in which to work;
- Enthusiastic children and a dedicated staff who are open to learning;
- A supportive and committed Senior Leadership Team and Executive Headteacher;
- Well informed governing board who are fully engaged in school life and focused on teaching and learning;
- A thorough induction programme tailored to your needs and experience and a commitment to your professional learning, accompanied by regular coaching or supervision;
- Access to SAS wellbeing package to support your physical and mental wellbeing.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
This role requires a DBS disclosure.
This role requires the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence and fluency in English.
Online searches may be done as part of pre-recruitment checks.
Please use the application form attached below.
Please return your completed application form to Nikki Meyer on mrs.meyer@ottervalleyfederation.org
Interview Date: 26th March 2025.