MIDDLE LEADER

Location

BURNLEY HEASANDFORD PRIMARY SCHOOL
Williams Road , Burnley , Lancashire , BB10 3DA
Tel: 01282 422009
School website: www.heasandford.co.uk/
Roll: 632

Information

The Head Teacher, children and governors of Heasandford Primary School are looking to appoint an outstanding and dedicated Middle Leader and class teacher to join our highly-skilled team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a creative and passionate teacher to take the next step in their career by gaining a Teaching and Learning Responsibility (TLR) for leading either a year group or key aspect of the curriculum, at our large and thriving school. Heasandford is a wonderful place to work with friendly, hardworking children and a supportive staff team. We are a popular and inclusive school, located close to the centre of Burnley and serving a diverse community. At Heasandford, all staff work tirelessly to ensure we always provide the best for our children and their families, putting the children at the heart of everything we do.

As a Middle Leader, the successful candidate will:

have the ability to be a strong and effective leader and practitioner who can inspire and motivate a team.

be able to mentor, support and hold other staff to account effectively.

have a strong commitment to supporting the SLT in achieving the school’s priorities.

have the drive and commitment to make a positive impact on school standards, pupil engagement and achievement.

promote teamwork and be a professional role model for other staff.


In return we can offer:

children who are full of enthusiasm.

a dedicated staff team who are committed to supporting each other.

a curriculum with an emphasis on developing enquiring minds.

opportunities for continuous professional development and career progression.

well-equipped and resourced classrooms.an opportunity to make a difference and be part of our fantastic team.

The year group in which the successful candidate will work is yet to be finalised, therefore, please make it clear on your application which year group(s) you have the most experience in and/or feel you are most suited to.

Heasandford Primary School is an Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. In addition, the post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful, you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy; this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.

Lancashire County Council has a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders - this is available to all applicants upon request.

Please also note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2023, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on short-listed candidates.

More Information can be found at http://www.heasandford.co.uk/

Essential Qualifications

- Qualified Teacher Status

Desirable Qualifications

- Leadership qualification e.g. NPQML

Essential Experience

- Experience working in a primary school setting

- Experience leading an aspect of school e.g. curriculum subject

Desirable Experience

- Working with different age groups

Proposed Interview Date:

23/05/2024 

For an informal discussion please contact:

Potential candidates are welcome to visit the school, however they are asked to contact the school office prior to any visit to arrange a suitable date and time.

Application forms and further details are available from/returnable to

Application Forms to be returned to Kerry Gibson (Office Manager)
bursar@heasandford.lancs.sch.uk
Heasandford Primary School
Williams Road
BB10 3DA

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.