HEADTEACHER

Location

LEYLAND ST JAMES CHURCH OF ENGLAND PRIMARY SCHOOL
Slater Lane , Leyland , Preston , Lancashire , PR26 7SH
Tel: 01772 422572
School website: www.leyland-st-james.lancs.sch.uk
Roll: 229

Information

The successful candidate will be:

A practicing and committed Christian;

Committed to developing the Christian distinctiveness of the school;

Able to develop and communicate a clear and distinct Christian vision which enables all stakeholders to flourish;

A highly effective and knowledgeable primary practitioner with a proven record in leading teaching and learning and securing excellent outcomes for pupils;

An analytical thinker able to assess and monitor outcomes and implement change as required;

An approachable, collaborative leader with excellent communication skills who can engage positively with children, staff, parents, church, and the local community;

Committed to leading an inclusive environment which promotes the very best for all our children.

Previous applicants should not re-apply.

Please view the person specification and web page before arranging a viewing and applying.

Proposed recruitment dates:

Visits to the school – Monday 24th January – Friday 28th January (9.30am – 11.30am or 1.30pm – 3pm)

Closing date – Friday 4th February 2022 at midday

Short listing – Wednesday 9th February 2022

Interview – Tuesday 22nd and Wednesday 23rd February 2022

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.



More Information can be found at www.leyland-st-james.lancs.sch.uk

Essential Qualifications

Qualified Teacher Status Degree.

Desirable Qualifications

Evidence of recent and appropriate professional development for the role of Headteacher (for a first time head). Evidence of ongoing leadership and management professional development (if a serving head). Up to date safeguarding training and knowledge of legislation for the protection of young people. Experience of undertaking the SENCO role or holding the NASENCO qualification.

Essential Experience

Successful leadership as a Deputy Headteacher or Assistant Headteacher. Evidence of successfully leading school improvement. Evidence of the application of strategies to review, evaluate and improve teaching and learning. Experience of leading curriculum development. Experience of monitoring staff performance. An understanding of strategic financial planning in relation to its contribution to school improvement and pupil achievement.

Desirable Experience

Successful leadership as a Headteacher. Experience of effective budget management and financial analysis. An understanding of strategic financial planning in relation to its contribution to school improvement and pupil achievement. The ability to provide support and advice to the Governing Board to enable it to meets its responsibilities.

Proposed Interview Date:

22/02/2022  

For an informal discussion please contact:

Please contact Mrs Taylor-Bell (Headteacher) on 01772 422572

Application forms and further details are available from/returnable to

Application form attached. Please return completed applications to: bursar@leyland-st-james.lancs.sch.uk

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