Headteacher Opportunity: Lead and Inspire at Ludlow Junior School

Are you an ambitious, innovative, and compassionate leader looking to make a meaningful impact?

Ludlow Junior School, a dynamic and thriving single academy trust with approximately 600 pupils across years 3 -6 within a five-form entry setting, seeks a visionary Headteacher to guide our next stage of evolution. This is a unique opportunity for someone passionate about improving student outcomes and driving success within a community that values growth and achievement beyond boundaries.

 At Ludlow, we are proud of our robust foundations: excellent student outcomes, high staff retention, and a healthy financial standing. Our focus on continuous improvement and development has made us a standout institution. As our new Headteacher, you will be at the helm of a school that provides a rich blend of business, operations, and strategic educational leadership.

 Required for April 2025 or September 2025 (flexibility available)

 L16-22 per annum (Subject to Teachers Terms and Conditions)

 What we offer:

•  The chance to inspire and lead a dedicated team of staff, creating and supporting a culture of inclusivity and respect
•  A platform to make critical, impactful decisions in both strategic and operational aspects of the school.
• The opportunity to shape and enhance our strong ties with the local community, transforming Ludlow into a local hub for outstanding education and support services.

We’re looking for a leader who has:

•  A deep understanding of educational theory, policy, and best practice.
• The ability to inspire and engage staff and the wider school community.
• Confidence in making decisive, strategic choices for the school’s future.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, resilience, and a commitment to improvement and development.
• A commitment to our school values - friendship, respect, tolerance, perseverance, and pride as well as our mission statement: support, challenge and inspire.

Watch this video to learn more about Ludlow and discover the qualities we're seeking in our new headteacher: https://vimeo.com/1018614575/3756d7cbe5?ts=0&share=copy 

Our vision for the next 5 years:

•  Strong growth through partnership working.
• Exemplary educational standards and provision.
• Outstanding development and wellbeing for all staff and students.
• A well-established community hub for local services.
• A safe and strong infrastructure supporting exceptional provision.

At Ludlow, you will have the opportunity to make a real difference, inspire change, and lead a school community to even greater success

Join us in shaping the future!

School visits

Informal visits are strongly encouraged from prospective candidates and further information can be obtained via the chair of governors who can be reached at sally.howells@ludlowjunior.org.uk

How to apply

Please complete the word Teacher Application form and email to HTrecruitment@hants.gov.uk

Closing Date: 15th November 2024 at 9.00am

Shortlisting Date: 20th November 2024

Interview Dates: 4th December (Stage 1) for shortlisted candidates and 5th December for candidates moving to Stage 2 of our process

This School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

 This position is subject to criminal records check from the Disclosure and Barring Service which will require you to disclose details of all unspent and unfiltered spent reprimands, formal warnings, cautions and convictions if you are selected for interview. As a prospective accounting officer and trust employee you will be subject to the fit and proper persons declaration also.