Head of School

Headteacher in a 'Good' School

Teaching Personnel are currently representing a Primary School, part of a Multi-Academy Trust in South Sheffield who are seeking an experienced Headteacher, looking for their next challenge. The school is a 'Good' school, and we are looking for someone to provide professional leadership for the school to secure its success and improvement, ensuring high quality education for all its pupils and good standards of learning and achievement.

The post holder shall be responsible to the board of governors and the Academy Trust for the overall leadership and management of the school, leading governors and colleagues in the development of strategy, policy and development plans. In particular s/he shall advise on and implement rigorous academic and pastoral policies to ensure that students receive the highest standard of education, and that demanding and measurable targets and objectives are set for staff.

Core responsibilities

* S/he shall lead, manage and develop staff to ensure that the school's organisation, curriculum, and resources enable everyone to achieve the highest possible standards.

* S/he shall ensure the highest possible standards of education through the promotion of effective teaching and learning, a balanced curriculum, the provision of excellent pastoral care and support for students and a rich extra-curricular programme.

* S/he shall lead and direct all members of staff and students, through the direct management of the school's leadership team, ensuring that effective responsibility is delegated through an appropriate management structure, and that the school complies with educational and other relevant legislation, including health and safety.

* S/he shall be responsible for promoting the aims and values of the school and ensure effective communications with all stakeholders, including governors, staff, pupils, parents, the community served by the school, the local authority (LA) and relevant government agencies.

* S/he shall attend meetings of the governing body, provide governors with regular reports on school developments and activities and consult with the governing body wherever appropriate, for example in the formulation of development plans.

* S/he shall keep abreast of changes in government policy and wider educational practices, and shall be accountable for the effectiveness, efficiency and quality outcomes of all aspects of the school, including financial and human resources, pupil behaviour and discipline, educational and support services, and marketing and communications.

* S/he shall lead the shaping of the school's future and ensure that everyone is enabled to contribute effectively to the progress and development of the school.

* S/he shall support the busy and varied life of the school, attending its events and wider programme of activities.

* S/he shall ensure that child protection and safeguarding of students are given high priority at all times.

If you are interested in applying for this role, please don't hesitate to get in touch with Yasmin on 0114 2413343.