Head Teacher
Package description
Salary: £73,903 - £85,605 – more for an exceptional candidate (circa £90k)
NoR 790
Starting: January 2020
Job Introduction
Are you seeking a new and exciting leadership opportunity? Can you harness our potential and lead us on our journey of continued improvement?
Balfour Primary School is a large four-form entry school in the centre of Brighton. Since being judged as a school requiring improvement in November 2017, leaders have brought about significant improvement.
The school has been ably led by our Deputy Headteachers, but Governors are now seeking to appoint an experienced Headteacher who can realise the full potential of the School. Balfour Primary School has always been held in the highest regard by the community and it is vital that this view is sustained and re-strengthened during what has been, and is, a challenging period.
We need an experienced and enthusiastic Headteacher, or an exceptional Deputy, who will promote the school’s strategic vision and values and establish a culture of lifelong learning. Crucial to the success of this post is an ability to think creatively with flair and flexibility and to engage and gain the respect of a highly committed staff.
The school is a vibrant and busy place with enthusiastic staff and pupils who are keen to learn. They are ably supported by a dedicated governing body and supportive parents.
The Governing Body is seeking to appoint an outstanding leader and strategic thinker who has:
- A deep knowledge and understanding of teaching and learning and the ability to rapidly improve outcomes for all student groups
- A proven commitment to delivering good or better teaching across the school and providing a diverse and challenging curriculum for all children
- The ability to motivate, challenge and engage collaboratively with the school stakeholders to ensure the highest levels of achievement
- Skills to manage change effectively
- The skills to work with all stakeholders to create and develop a vision for the school
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and we encourage you to come and see for yourself what a wonderful place Balfour is.
For an informal and confidential discussion about the role contact: Dion Mills on 01273 721579 / 07899 063321 or via email dion.mills@hays.com
For an application pack and to book a school tour, contact: Emma Fletcher on 01273 721579 or via email emma.fletcher@hays.com
• School Tours: By Appointment
• Closing date: Monday 10 June 2019 at 9am
• Interviews: Tuesday 18 and Wednesday 19 June 2019
At Balfour Primary School we are committed to safer recruitment practices and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children. We require all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Brighton and Hove City Council is committed to equality of opportunity. We positively welcome applications from all sectors of the community.
Additional Information
Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is part-time or term-time only.
Work Permits: we may be able to obtain a Work Permit for this post but this is subject to meeting the requirements of the UK Border Agency's Points-based Immigration System.
From 6 April 2011 the Home Office has placed a permanent restriction on the number of migrant workers that all Tier 2 (General) Sponsors can recruit. Due to the restrictions we cannot guarantee that individuals that meet the requirements of the Points-based Immigration System will be issued with clearance to obtain work permits.
Company Information
Please note that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Check.
Brighton & Hove Schools - Taking Action for Equality
The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Brighton & Hove Schools do not accept CV or resume.