Headteacher

St Peter's CofE Primary School; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

St Peter’s CofE Primary School in Plymouth is seeking a Headteacher to champion equity and inclusion, ensuring high expectations so every pupil can thrive. You will lead with rigorous teaching standards while building strong relationships with parents and the wider community.

You will join a Trust of 22 primary schools, working with Plymouth Headteachers to shape strategic leadership opportunities and ensure safeguarding and religious distinctiveness are embedded across the school.

Qualifications

• A fundamental belief that every child can succeed, with a passion for inclusive education.
• A rigorous approach to teaching and learning, with strong analytical skills.
• An experienced senior leader with energy and drive to make a difference.
• The ability to forge excellent relationships with parents and the wider community.
• A desire to work in a collaborative culture as part of a multi academy Trust.
• An understanding of, and desire to support, the Christian Distinctness of the school.

Responsibilities

• Lead the school into the exciting next stage of development.
• Champion equity, inclusion and belonging to ensure high expectations and success for all pupils.
• Collaborate with the Trust and other Plymouth Headteachers to share leadership and strategic initiatives.
• Safeguard and promote welfare of children, with a focus on safeguarding policies and practice.

Skills

Inclusive leadership

Strategic leadership

Community engagement

Analytical skills

Job description

St Peter’s CofE Primary School in the heart of Plymouth serves a wonderfully diverse catchment and which is a focal point for the immediate community.

At St Peter’s, we believe that every child is unique, valued and deserving of the opportunity to flourish. We are proud of our inclusive culture and are committed to celebrating diversity in all its forms. We are seeking a Headteacher who will champion equity, inclusion and belonging, ensuring that there are high expectations which enable every pupil to succeed regardless of their starting point. The successful candidate will have a deep understanding of how to remove barriers to achievement, promoting social justice and creating a school community where differences are celebrated and all members of the community can thrive. You will be leading our successful school into the exciting next stage of development.

You will not be alone in your leadership, as part of St Christopher’s Trust, you will work with leaders of our 21 other primary schools and be well supported by our 6 other Plymouth Headteachers, there are also opportunities to undertake strategic leadership roles across the Trust when the time is right in your headship journey.

We are looking for someone who has:

• A fundamental belief that every child can succeed regardless of their background or starting point, with a passion for inclusive education.
• A rigorous approach to teaching and learning, with strong analytical skills.
• An experienced senior leader with energy and drive to make a difference
• The ability forge excellence relationships with the parents and wider community
• A desire to work in a collaborative culture as part of a multi academy Trust
• An understanding of, and desire to support, the Christian Distinctness of the school

Our School and Trust can offer:

• A supportive Trust community that will facilitate your focus on teaching and learning
• Brilliant children and a committed teaching team
• Commitment to your professional learning, accompanied by regular wellbeing supervision
• A thorough induction programme specifically tailored to your needs and experience
• A chance to make your mark - a spacious, school environment with delightful grounds
• The chance to be part of a community with strong partnerships, undergoing exciting regeneration

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful candidates. Candidates are encouraged to read our Safeguarding policy before applying.

We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and are committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace. Applicants who meet the criteria will be considered for employment, regardless of race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age or veteran status.