Head teacher

Teaching Vacancies; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Willow Brook Primary School in Keyworth is seeking a Headteacher to drive excellence in learning, leadership and community partnership.

You will lead with warmth, integrity and high expectations while championing the unique curriculum and the spirit of adventure that makes Willow Brook special.

Responsibilities

• Lead Willow Brook Primary School as Headteacher with warmth, integrity and high expectations.
• Champion the school's distinctive curriculum and ensure engaging, creative learning.
• Build strong relationships with children, families and the wider community.

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

Willow Brook Primary School, Keyworth

Growing bright young minds. Creating unforgettable childhoods.

At Willow Brook, we believe primary education should be exciting.

Our children don't just learn about the world. They explore it. They create. They perform. They investigate. They experience. Whether it's a Harry Potter exhibition, a residential adventure, a World Cup competition, or a curriculum topic brought vividly to life, we work hard to make every child's primary years memorable, successful and full of possibility.

The retirement of our existing Headteacher means we are looking for a new Headteacher to lead the next chapter of our story.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a thriving school with a talented staff team, supportive families and governors who are ambitious for the future.

We are looking for a leader who understands what makes Willow Brook special and who shares our belief that children thrive when learning is engaging, creative and inspiring. We want someone who will champion our distinctive curriculum and protect the spirit of adventure that sits at the heart of school life, while bringing fresh ideas and vision for the future.

What the school offers its staff

Our new Headteacher will:

• Cherish and develop Willow Brook's unique and exciting curriculum.
• Inspire staff to continue delivering exceptional learning experiences.
• Build strong relationships with children, families and the wider community.
• Lead with warmth, integrity and high expectations.
• Have the confidence to shape the future while staying true to the values that make Willow Brook such a special place to learn and work.

In return, you will find:

• Wonderful children who are enthusiastic learners.
• A skilled, committed and dedicated staff team.
• Strong parental support and engagement.
• An active and supportive governing body.
• A school community that is proud of its achievements and optimistic about its future.

If you believe that children's primary years should be filled with challenge, creativity, discovery and joy, we would love to hear from you.

Come and see Willow Brook for yourself. Meet our children, staff and community. Experience what makes our school different. Arrange your visit now, by contacting us on 0115 914 9889 or by email to [e-mail].

This is more than a leadership role. It is an opportunity to take ownership of something special and make it even better. Visit our website to find out more about the school https://willowbrook.notts.sch.uk, and download our applicant information pack from https://willowbrook.notts.sch.uk/vacancies.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.