Infant/Junior Head of School (Ashdown Primary School)

www.eastsussex.gov.uk - jobboard; Crowborough; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative school in Crowborough is seeking two Heads of School to lead their junior and infant sites. This exciting opportunity allows you to guide children towards achieving their full potential while fostering a collaborative environment with dedicated staff and supportive parents. You'll play a key role in shaping the future of a school with a 'Good' Ofsted rating, ensuring a unique and personalized educational experience for every child. Join a forward-thinking institution committed to excellence and equal opportunities, and make a lasting impact on the community.

Benefits

Development opportunities for staff

Supportive parents

Collaboration with governors

Opportunity to make a mark in an innovative school

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a leadership role within an educational setting.
• Strong understanding of EYFS, KS1, and KS2 curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Lead the junior site focusing on achievement and potential.
• Oversee whole-school duties while ensuring accountability.

Skills

Leadership

Collaboration

Safeguarding

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Leadership Qualification

Job description

Infant Head of School/Junior Head of School

Position Details

L9-14

Interview date: 14th May 2025

School Overview

Ashdown Primary School in Crowborough is seeking two Heads of School starting September 2025:

1. One to lead our junior site with a focus on Achievement and Potential (assessment, data, and CPD).
2. One to lead our infant site with a focus on Inclusion (PP, LAC/PLAC, SEND, EAL).

We are a two-form entry split site school with a 'Good' Ofsted rating (2023).

Our Values

We value every child and prepare them for all they could be.

Leadership and Collaboration

You will work alongside the other Head of School under the leadership of our Headteacher, Mrs Dawn Gibbs.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to enable children to achieve great things.
• Development opportunities for your own staff.
• Collaboration with strong governors.
• Supportive parents.
• Chance to make a mark in an innovative school on its journey to excellence.

Role Details

You will have site-specific responsibilities while overseeing whole-school duties across EYFS, KS1, and KS2, with the reassurance that ultimate accountability rests with the Head!

Our Unique School Environment

We pride ourselves on being different, with a setup that offers diverse opportunities for staff and children. To understand our uniqueness, we invite you to visit us. The promotion of our current Head of School to Headteacher presents an exciting opportunity to join our journey.

School Community

We combine the expertise and resources of a large school with the personalized, close-knit feel of a smaller setting. Our dedicated staff enjoy low turnover, supporting a supportive environment for all.

Equal Opportunities and Safeguarding

We are committed to equal opportunities and safeguarding. This role is subject to satisfactory references, DBS checks, and suitability assessments for working with children.

Working Pattern

Full-time. Please note, we do not accept CVs.

Additional Information

Your salary will be pro-rata if part-time or term-time only. The role requires an Enhanced DBS check or equivalent. Overseas police checks are necessary if applicable. All staff must promote safeguarding and are expected to adhere to our Child Protection policies.

We may assist with work permits, subject to UK immigration requirements. Applicants requiring sponsorship should declare this in their application.

Support and Equal Opportunities

If adjustments are needed due to disability, please contact us to discuss how we can support your application.

East Sussex County Council is an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or age. All applications are considered on merit.