Headteacher · Wickersley Partnership Trust

Wickersley Partnership Trust; London; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established educational organization is seeking an exceptional Headteacher to lead Monkwood Primary School. This role is pivotal in shaping the future of students by fostering a creative and inclusive learning environment. The ideal candidate will possess significant leadership experience and a clear vision for school improvement. With a commitment to excellence, this position offers the opportunity to work alongside a dedicated team and supportive governors, ensuring that every child receives the best educational experience. Join this forward-thinking trust and make a meaningful impact on young lives.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive staff team

Collaboration with partner schools

Welcoming school visits

Qualifications

• Proven track record of leading school improvement.
• Strong management and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the team at Monkwood Primary School.
• Ensure high-quality education and a supportive environment.

Skills

Leadership experience

Interpersonal skills

Strategic vision

Organizational skills

Commitment to improvement

Job description

Job description

Headteacher

Salary: L15-L21

Contract term: Permanent

To commence: Easter 2025

Location: Monkwood Primary School

About the Role

Wickersley Partnership Trust, in association with the Governing Body of Rawmarsh Monkwood Primary, is seeking an outstanding and inspirational Head Teacher with the passion, vision, and resilience to lead the team at Monkwood Primary School. You will have high expectations, along with the knowledge, experience, and interpersonal skills to lead sustained improvement throughout the school, while being committed to providing a creative, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment.

This role offers an exciting opportunity for a new leader to continue building improvement alongside a team dedicated to ensuring children are at the centre of all decisions and receive the best quality education.

Our ideal candidate will have:

• Significant leadership experience and a proven track record of continuous whole school improvement
• Impressive levels of commitment, drive, and resilience
• Clear, focused vision to advance the school and secure the best outcomes for all pupils
• Excellent understanding of effective strategies for raising attainment and achieving excellence
• Strong leadership, management, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Innovative ideas to promote the school and engage with parents, carers, and the wider community

In return, we can offer:

• Supportive, well-informed Governors committed to educational excellence and your professional development
• Opportunities to collaborate with our Trust partner schools
• A dedicated, friendly staff team with high expectations
• Children who love learning
• The support of Wickersley Partnership Trust

This is a very exciting opportunity for a talented, driven individual to progress their career.

Visits to the school are strongly encouraged and warmly welcomed. Please contact our HR team at 01709807600 to arrange a visit.

About us

At Wickersley Partnership Trust, students and learning are at the centre of everything we do. We nurture the development of knowledge, creativity, skills, and understanding to help our children become happy, healthy, caring, and successful citizens. We do this in a safe, positive learning environment where every individual is valued, self-belief is encouraged, and each individual can achieve their full potential.

Founded in 2014 with charitable status, Wickersley Partnership Trust currently comprises 8 primary schools and 5 secondary schools (including 1 sixth form) across Rotherham and neighbouring counties. The Trust is committed to providing the best educational experience and supports staff through professional development, sharing best practices, collaboration, and reflective practice. More about WPT’s vision can be found on our website.

Wickersley Partnership Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal records check via the Disclosure & Barring Service. Further information can be found at https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/disclosure-and-barring-service.

Please note: We operate safer recruitment and do not accept CVs. All applicants must complete an application form in full.

Please upload a supporting statement (no longer than two sides of A4, not a CV) addressing:

• Why are you applying for this position?
• How do you meet the competencies of this role? Please provide examples from your current and previous experience (refer to the documents attached to this advert).
• Any additional relevant information not already mentioned, which will assist in shortlisting for interview and assessments.