Primary Headteacher (Chesterfield)

Duckmanton Primary School; Duckmanton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Duckmanton Primary School in Derbyshire invites applications for an inspirational Headteacher to lead our community-focused school in Duckmanton. The school sits at the heart of its community, where pupils are polite, well behaved and eager to learn.

In November 2022 Ofsted judged the school overall Good, with Behaviour and Attitudes and Personal Development judged Outstanding: “Duckmanton Primary is a caring, happy school.” You will sustain this positive culture and have the leadership

Qualifications

• Experience in headship or senior leadership in primary education.
• Proven track record of school improvement and raising standards.
• Ability to inspire staff and pupils through innovative, inclusive leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead Duckmanton Primary School through its ongoing improvement journey.
• Develop a rich curriculum and learning environment to inspire curiosity.
• Sustain a positive culture and strong community engagement while driving high attainment.

Job description

This is a fantastic opportunity for an inspirational Headteacher to lead one of our Derbyshire primary schools which is at the heart of its community in Duckmanton. Pupils are polite, well behaved and eager to learn. In November 2022 the school was in inspected by Ofsted who judged it to be overall Good, with Behaviour and Attitudes and Personal Development judged Outstanding: ‘Duckmanton Primary is a caring, happy school. Leaders describe the school as an oasis for the children.’

We are looking for someone who will sustain this positive and visible culture of success. You will have the leadership qualities to inspire and encourage staff and pupils to achieve their very best and have an innovative, inclusive approach to leadership. Alongside this you will have a passion for creating a rich curriculum and environment where children develop a love of learning. As an experienced school leader with a proven track record of delivering the highest standards you will lead Duckmanton Primary School through the next stage of its ongoing journey of school improvement.