Headteacher - Ben Rhydding Primary School

Schools
Primary Schools
Ben Rhydding Primary Schoo
Full-time
1
Ilkley
Permanent
L15-L20
L15- L20

Kirklees Council are advertising this role on behalf of Ben Rhydding Primary School

The Governing Body of Ben Rhydding Primary School is seeking to appoint an exemplary leader who will inspire excellence at all levels and lead the school through the next phase of its journey. In return, you will benefit from the ideal platform on which to develop your career in a friendly and positive setting, supported by a strong staff, governing body, PTA, and community.

Ben Rhydding Primary is an innovative, rich and child centred primary school set in the stunning surroundings of the Yorkshire Dales. We adopt innovative and hands-on opportunities for children to truly understand the curriculum. Our school is ranked within the top 3% of Primary schools in the country which is testament to the hard work and outstanding teaching and learning delivered by our excellent team.

We would like a Headteacher who will:

  • Understand the importance of maintain the school’s existing values whilst instilling their own identity and leadership style
  • Ensure they know every child well
  • Nurture positive relationships with pupils, parents and the wider community
  • Value staff and enable them to grow and achieve their full potential
  • Be a skilled and confident communicator

Most importantly, our children need you to be:

  • A positive, friendly presence who is accessible and gets to know each and every one of them
  • Firm, fair and confident in your actions in running the school
  • An engaging and imaginative individual who enjoys sharing their stories and experience with the children
  • Enthusiastic to be the figurehead of a community school that is the heartbeat of a vibrant village
  • Committed to being creative, open-minded and aspiring to continuously develop and grow

In return, we can offer:

  • The opportunity to lead a truly excellent school
  • A positive learning environment in a friendly village
  • Enthusiastic and dedicated support from a strong teaching staff
  • Supportive and friendly relations with the governing body
  • Excellent opportunities for career and skills development

A tour of the school is available on the dates detailed above and is encouraged. Please contact Kimberley Taylor on 01943 431133 to arrange a tour.

Please note that CVs are not accepted.

Go to www.prospectsonline.co.uk for more information and to apply.

 

Closing Date: Monday 27 March 2023 at 12 noon

Shortlisting Date: Friday 31 March 2023

Selection Interviews: Thursday 20 April 2023 and Friday 21 April 2023

School Tours: 10:00 am or 2:00 pm on Wednesday 8th March or Monday 13th March

The school prides itself on being an equal opportunities employer and abides by Safer Recruitment Practices.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. An online search will be carried out at shortlisting. All other pre-employment checks including a DBS check, will be completed during the recruitment process.

27 March 2023, 12:00 PM

This vacancy is closed to applications.