St. John’s C.E.(A) PRIMARY SCHOOL

HEADTEACHER PERSON SPECIFICATION

ESSENTIAL / EVIDENCE BASE / DESIRABLE / EVIDENCE BASE
PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS /
  1. Qualified Teacher Status
/ AF
DFE no. /
  • NPQH or have experience as a serving Headteacher
  • Recent further relevant study
  • Higher academic qualifications
/ AF
  1. Successful senior leadership in the education of pupils demonstrating a range of complex needs
  2. Ability to demonstrate the principles and practice of effective teaching and learning, including assessment for learning
  3. A commitment to developing the strong Christian ethos of the school.
  4. Good understanding of the use of new and emerging technologies in supporting teaching and learning
  5. Good understanding of assessment requirements and pupil tracking systems to ensure good progress in academic achievement and other aspects of pupils’ development
  6. Up-to-date knowledge of current curriculum and assessment requirements
  7. Experience in curriculum development and management
  8. Ability to monitor and evaluate effectively the quality of teaching and learning
  9. Able to demonstrate effective practice to secure high standards of behaviour and attendance
  10. Good understanding of inclusion for all and means of ensuring good progress for pupils with a range of complex additional needs
  11. Good understanding of the learning and development needs of ethnic minority pupils and pupils with English as an additional language
/ AF, I, R
I, R
LA/I
LA/I
LA/I
LA/AF/I
LA/I
LA/I/R
I
I
MANAGING THE ORGANISATION
SECURING ACCOUNTABILITY
SHAPING THE FUTURE
STRENGTHENING COMMUNITY
PERSONAL QUALITIES /
  1. Ability to interpret and analyse a range of evidence including performance data and use effectively for school improvement
  2. Knowledge of the principles and practices of quality assurance systems including school review, self-evaluation and performance management and how these contribute to school improvement
  3. Ability to produce and implement clear, evidence based improvement plans and policies for the school
  4. Ability to develop leadership and accountability at all levels within the school including performance management systems
  5. Ability to manage the financial and human resources effectively and efficiently to achieve the school’s educational goals and priorities
  6. Knowledge of legal issues related to managing a school including Equal Opportunities, Race Relations, Disability, Human Rights and Employment legislation
  7. Ability to work effectively with the Governing Body to provide information, objective advice and support, to enable it to meet its responsibilities
  8. Ability to present a coherent, understandable and accurate account of the school’s performance to a range of audiences
  9. Ability to ensure a safe, secure and healthy school environment
  10. Ability to secure and act on the views of other stakeholders, especially parents and carers
  11. Ability to clearly articulate a vision for the future of the school which can be shared, understood and acted upon
  12. Experience of leading, implementing and managing successful change
  13. Ability to inspire, challenge, motivate and empower others including staff, pupils and parents
  14. Commitment to inclusion and excellence and equity for all pupils
  15. Ability to ensure creativity, innovation and the use of new technologies to achieve excellence
  16. Ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences
  17. Commitment to collaboration and networking with other schools to improve outcomes
  18. Commitment to working in partnership with parents and carers
  19. Commitment to collaboration with other agencies to meet the requirements of Every Child Matters
  20. Commitment to promotion of positive strategies for challenging racial and other prejudice and dealing with racial harassment
  21. Demonstrate personal enthusiasm for and commitment to the learning process
  22. Commitment to continual learning of all members of the school community
  23. Creative thinker able to anticipate and solve problems
  24. Approachable and caring
  25. Capacity for hard work with a high level of commitment and determination
  26. Ability to work collaboratively and sensitively with all partners
  27. Willingness to seek advice and support if needed
  28. Self-confidence, personal impact, presence and integrity
/ LA/I
LA/I
I
I
I
I
I
LA/I
I
I
LA/I
AF/LA/I
LA/I/R
I
LA/I
LA/I/R
I
I
LA/I
I
I/R
I
I/R
I/R
LA/I/R
I/R
I/R
I/R

Key: AF – application form

I – interview

R – reference

LA – letter of application