HEADTEACHER

Location

CHERRY FOLD COMMUNITY PRIMARY SCHOOL
Cog Lane , Burnley , Lancashire , BB11 5JS
Tel: 01282 426630
School website: www.cherryfold.lancs.sch.uk
Roll: 400

Information

‘ENJOY, RESPECT, SUCCEED’

Our school family chose these three words to sum up our aims and values, which came out of an inclusive process involving children, parents, staff and Governors. A key phrase that emerged was ‘be proud of yourself on your school’, which we believe reflects the pride we feel in our children and the progress they make with us.

Our school was rated as ‘good’ at our most recent Ofsted Inspection in September 2018, with lots of work undertaken since then to secure and build upon that judgement.

We are looking for an exceptional school leader who can work with the Governing Board and our first-class staff team on our continuing journey working towards an ‘outstanding’ judgement, based on having the highest possible aspirations for every pupil at a Cherry Fold Primary School.

We are seeking a Head teacher who is:

An inspirational leader and who is committed/passionate about providing the best learning opportunities and personal development for all our children

A strong, resilient and determined leader who is approachable and able to build good relationships with children, staff, parents, Governors and all other members of the school community.

Is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of our children and staff

We can offer you:

The opportunity to make a difference to well behaved, enthusiastic, caring children who are keen to learn

A commitment to personal development and wellbeing, with an openness to new ideas to benefit our children and school in the future

A happy, creative environment that supports and enhances a fully inclusive ethos

A dedicated Governing Board supported by hardworking, skilled, enthusiastic and friendly staff

Given the location of our school we will never allow the high levels of deprivation experienced by our children and families to become a barrier to excellence and the successful candidate will have an opportunity to make a real difference to our children's lives. Are you the right person to help us achieve this goal?

Key Dates:
Shortlisting: 7 February 2023
Pre-Interview Visit: 21 February 2023
Interviews: 22 February 2023

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 note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2022 an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.
More Information can be found at www.cherryfold.lancs.sch.uk

Proposed Interview Date:

22/02/2023 

For an informal discussion please contact:

We would encourage any perspective applicants to visit our wonderful school by contacting Mrs H Smith, Acting Deputy Head Teacher, at the school on 01282 426630. More information about our school can also be found at www.cherryfold.lancs.sch.uk.

Application forms and further details are available from/returnable to

Application form attached
Please return completed application forms to schoolsrecruitment@lancashire.gov.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.