Head of School - with Teaching Commitment - Full-time

Sandwich Infant; Nonington; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Nonington Church of England Primary School invites applications for a Teaching Head of School to lead our small, nurturing primary whilst teaching a KS2 class. You will collaborate with the Executive Headteacher, staff and governors to drive improvement and ensure excellent education for every child.

The role emphasizes inclusion, safeguarding leadership, and building strong community partnerships within a caring school where decisions impact outcomes.

Qualifications

• Outstanding primary classroom practitioner with experience teaching in Key Stage 2.
• Successful leadership experience and readiness for a Head of School role.
• Strong understanding of inclusive practice, SEND and disadvantaged learners.

Responsibilities

• Teach a Key Stage 2 class to a high standard.
• Lead day-to-day running of the school.
• Lead safeguarding as the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL).
• Support staff development and maintain high teaching, learning and behaviour expectations.
• Develop strong partnerships with parents, carers and external agencies.

Skills

KS2 teaching

Leadership experience

DSL qualification

Staff development

Communication skills

Job description

Nonington Church of England Primary School are seeking an inspirational, committed and resilient Teaching Head of School to join our small, nurturing primary school. This is a unique opportunity for an ambitious leader who is passionate about improving outcomes for all children and is excited by the opportunity to combine strategic leadership with classroom teaching.

As our Teaching Head of School, you will lead the day-to-day running of the school while teaching a Key Stage 2 class. You will work closely with the Executive Headteacher, staff, governors and the wider community to drive school improvement and ensure every child receives an exceptional education.

Our school has a small roll with a significant proportion of pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). We are looking for someone who embraces inclusion, understands the importance of building strong relationships with children and families, and has the determination to ensure every pupil can thrive.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is an outstanding primary classroom practitioner with experience of teaching in Key Stage 2
• Has successful leadership experience and is ready to take on, or further develop, a Head of School role
• Has a strong understanding of high-quality inclusive practice, particularly for pupils with SEND and those facing disadvantage.
• Has excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills.
• Can inspire, motivate and develop staff through supportive and effective leadership.
• Holds the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) qualification or is willing to undertake the training immediately upon appointment.

The role will include:

• Teaching a Key Stage 2 class to a consistently high standard.
• Responsibility for leading aspects of the day to dayrunningof the school
• Leading on safeguarding as the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL).
• Supporting staff development and maintaining high expectations for teaching, learning and behaviour.
• Developing strong partnerships with parents, carers and external agencies.

We can offer:

• A welcoming, caring and inclusive school community.
• Enthusiastic, friendly and resilient children who deserve the very best.
• A committed and supportive staff team.
• The opportunity to make a genuine and lasting impact within a small school where every decision matters.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and all relevant pre-employment checks.

The school may bring the closing date forward if sufficient applications are made to this advertised post.