Headteacher

The Methodist Church in Britain; Pudsey; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Grounds and farm facilities

Supportive staff team

Community partnerships

Job summary

Farsley Farfield Primary School in Pudsey, England, seeks a dynamic Headteacher to lead with a shared vision for excellence. The role focuses on inclusion, safeguarding and wellbeing while sustaining results at or above national averages.

The head will champion the school's strengths in a farm, outdoor facilities, PE, horticulture and cooking, and drive the use of technology in learning. You will inspire and develop staff, build strong relationships with children, families and governors, and

Qualifications

• Proven leadership and school improvement experience.
• Commitment to inclusion, wellbeing and safeguarding.
• Ability to sustain results at or above national averages.
• Strong relationship building with children, families and the community.

Responsibilities

• Lead the school and set a clear, shared vision for excellence.
• Inspire, lead and develop the staff to sustain teaching excellence.
• Maintain inclusion, wellbeing and safeguarding at the heart of the school.
• Maintain and enhance academic outcomes at or above national averages.
• Develop the curriculum, including PE, outdoor learning and facilities.
• Build partnerships with governors, families and the wider community.
• Support enrichment activities and promote technology in learning.

Job description

This is the headteacher post at Farsley Farfield Primary School, around 440 pupils aged 3 to 11, as governors seek a successor. The head would set a shared vision, lead the staff and keep inclusion, wellbeing and safeguarding central while sustaining results at or above national averages. The farm, grounds and strengths in PE, horticulture and cooking set the role apart, and technology in learning is also a priority. Visa sponsorship is not available, and the start is 19 April or 1 September 2027.

What the job involves

• Lead the school and set a clear, shared vision for excellence
• Inspire, lead and develop the staff team to sustain excellence in teaching and learning
• Keep inclusion, wellbeing and safeguarding at the heart of the school, including support for SEND and additional needs
• Maintain and enhance academic outcomes at or above national averages
• Further develop the curriculum, including PE, outdoor learning, horticulture and cooking
• Maximise use of the grounds, farm and outdoor facilities to enrich pupils' experiences
• Build strong relationships and partnerships with children, families, governors and the wider community
• Support enrichment opportunities including trips, residentials, sport and the arts
• Drive forward the effective use of technology in learning
• Promote a culture of wellbeing, safeguarding and personal development

What’s required

Experience

• Proven track record of successful leadership and school improvement

Skills & knowledge

• Ability to inspire and lead a highly skilled, committed and caring staff team
• Ability to build strong relationships with children, families, governors and the wider community
• Commitment to inclusion, wellbeing and safeguarding, including for pupils with SEND
• Commitment to maintaining high academic standards and a broad, rich curriculum

Checks & eligibility

• Enhanced DBS check
• Right to work in the UK

Other

• Passion for delivering excellent outcomes for all children

What’s offered

• Leadership of a school with extensive grounds, a school farm and outdoor facilities
• Support from a dedicated and talented staff team
• Collaborative partnerships with governors, parents and the wider community
• Visits to the school are encouraged before applying