HEADTEACHER

Location

BAINES SCHOOL POULTON-LE-FYLDE
Highcross Road , Poulton-Le-Fylde , FY6 8BE
Tel: 01253 883019
School website: www.baines.lancs.sch.uk
Roll: 862

Information

The Governing body of Baines School is looking to appoint an inspirational and innovative Headteacher who has a passion for education and the continuous development of the school, staff and pupils from w/b 1st September 2024 or sooner, where possible.

We are looking for a proven outstanding leader, who is able to articulate their vision for the school and who will inspire and empower others to share in achieving it.  The successful candidate will be driven by a commitment to creating the best possible educational opportunities for the young people, whilst upholding the ethos of Baines School.  They will also be expected to meet the challenge of continued school improvement.

Applicants must be experienced educationalists who can lead and inspire a dedicated and talented staff team, working in partnership with students, parents/carers and the wider community.  The Governors feel that this is a tremendous opportunity to take forward a long-established school and wish to appoint a Headteacher who will:

Place students and their outcomes at the heart of all they do;

Display highly respected school leadership skill;

Have strong communication, interpersonal, management and teamwork skills;

Have the drive and resilience to lead and encourage staff and students to develop and improve;

Be committed, forward thinking enthusiast for education and learning;

Promote independent and engaging learning across the school;

Demonstrate strong behaviour management skills and systems and have the ability to model these personally;

Embrace school traditions, its considerate and supportive community ethos, and its high standards and expectations, leading by example;

Be committed to the professional development of all staff;

Work closely with and support other local schools and Headteachers, as well as wider educational networks.  We have recently applied to join the Cidari MAT with effect from 1st September 2024.


Please note CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached.

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 2023, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

More Information can be found at www.baines.lancs.sch.uk

Essential Qualifications

Qualified teacher status

Degree

Up to date safeguarding training and knowledge of legislation for the protection of young people

Desirable Qualifications

Recent and appropriate professional development for the role of Headteacher (for a first time head

Ongoing leadership and management professional development (if a serving head)

Essential Experience

Evidence of successfully leading school improvement

Experience of teaching in a secondary school and a working, current knowledge and understanding of all Key Stage 3 & 4 provision 

Experience of successful leadership as a Deputy Headteacher or Assistant Headteacher

Experience of analysing school data, leading curriculum development and monitoring staff performance

Desirable Experience

Successful leadership as a Headteacher

Experience of effective budget management, strategic financial planning and financial analysis

Proposed Interview Date:

28/02/2024 

For an informal discussion please contact:

Informal visits to the school, to assist potential candidates in reaching a decision regarding their application, are scheduled for w/c 29th January and can be arranged by email to headspa@baines.lancs.sch.uk

Application forms and further details are available from/returnable to

Application form attached. Please return completed applications electronically to: headspa@baines.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.