Headteacher – Southwell Holy Trinint C of E (VC) Infant School

Post Title:Headteacher

  • School name: Southwell Holy Trinity Church of England (VC) Infant School
  • School address: Westgate, Southwell, Nottinghamshire NG25 0LD
  • Headteacher’s name: Mrs Kathryn Thompson
  • Number on roll and age range: 62, Age 4 – 7
  • Salary details: Group 1 ISR L9 – L15
  • Closing date: Friday, 25th April, 2014 at 12 noon

Required from 1 September, 2014

The Governors and Children of Holy Trinity invite applications for the post of full-time Headteacher of our happy, nurturing and Outstanding (September 2013) church school following the retirement of our current Headteacher. This post carries a teaching commitment of 0.4 (2 day equivalent).

The person we are looking for will:

  • promote and develop our strong Church school ethos;
  • be an inspirational leader and team player with the ability to further develop our committed and hardworking staff;
  • have a strong background and record of success in Foundation Stage and/or Key Stage 1;
  • be an excellent classroom practitioner being able to lead by example;
  • have high expectations of children’s achievement through our creative curriculum across the full range of school activities;
  • have the vision to build on our current strengths and continue the process of school development and improvement within our small church school;
  • have a strong commitment to leading by working in partnership with pupils, staff, parents, governors and the Church;
  • have the ability to communicate effectively and sensitively with all members of our school community and maintain and advance the reputation of the school locally.

Our school offers: -

  • a committed, professional and hardworking staff team;
  • children who are enthusiastic, well behaved and eager to learn;
  • an active and professional governing body who will fully support your personal growth and development in the Headteacher's role.
  • an opportunity to build on your own professional strengths.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

We welcome and encourage visits to the school. Please telephone 01636 812067 to make an appointment.

Application forms and further details are available from Anita Atherley, Governor Services, Sir John Robinson Way, Arnold, Nottingham, NG5 6DA. Telephone number 0115 854 6436 or email: . Shortlisting will take place on Wednesday, 30th April, 2014 and interviews will take place on Monday, 12th and Tuesday, 13th May2014.