Headteacher at Idle C Of E Primary School

Overview

What skills and experience we're looking for

This Job Description is illustrative of the general nature and level of responsibility of the role. It is not a comprehensive list of all tasks that the Headteacher will carry out. The post-holder may be required to do other duties appropriate to the level of the role.

Role

Summary:

This appointment is with the Governing Body of the school under the terms of the National Society Contract signed by the Governors as employees. The Headteacher will be expected to meet the National Standards for Headteachers (2020). These standards are built upon The Teaching Standards (2011) which apply to all teachers, including Headteachers. The appointment is subject to the current conditions of employment of Headteachers, contained in the School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions document and other current educational and employment legislation, including that of the Department for Education, and the terms of the National Society contract.

In carrying out his/her duties, the Headteacher shall consult, where appropriate, with the Diocese, Local Authority, the Governing Body, the staff of the school, its pupils and the parents of its pupils.

Note:

The attached description references legal and policy frameworks applicable to church schools and education in England.

Develop the school’s Christian vision, and values and strategic direction together with the governing body, and through consultation with the school community. Lead by example, modelling and embedding the Christian vision and core Christian values of the school into all areas of school life. Establish and oversee systems, processes and policies so the school can operate effectively. Identify problems and barriers to school effectiveness, and develop strategies for school improvement that are realistic, timely and suited to the school’s context.

Make sure these school improvement strategies are effectively implemented. Allocate financial resources appropriately, efficiently and effectively. Secure, sustain and develop mutually beneficial partnerships with schools, external services, the Diocese and the Local Authority. Be accountable to the governing body, which is the employer. Abiding by the Framework for Ethical Leadership in Education and the Seven Principles of Public Life (The Nolan Principles).

Establish and promote a distinctive Christian vision, underpinned by core values and a moral purpose, focused on providing a high standard of education in the context of the Christian ethos of the school. Uphold public trust in school leadership and maintain high standards of ethics, behaviour and professional conduct. Inspire and motivate pupils, staff and members of the school community to excellent standards of achievement.

Build positive and respectful relationships across the school community. Serve in the best interests of the school’s pupils. Promote positive and respectful relationships across the school community and a safe, orderly and inclusive environment.

Secure excellent teaching through an analytical understanding of how pupils learn and of the core features of successful classroom practice and curriculum design, leading to rich curriculum opportunities and pupils’ well-being, taking full account of the Church of England foundation. Ensure teaching is underpinned by subject expertise. Effectively use formative assessment to inform strategy and decisions. Ensure the teaching of a broad, structured and coherent curriculum.

Establish curriculum leadership, including subject leaders with relevant expertise and access to professional networks and communities. Use valid, reliable and proportionate approaches to assessing pupils’ knowledge and understanding of the curriculum.

Create a culture where pupils experience a positive and enriching school life. Uphold educational standards to prepare pupils from all backgrounds for their next phase of education and life. Ensure a culture of staff professionalism. Encourage high standards of behaviour from pupils, built on rules and routines that are understood by staff and pupils and…