Assistant Headteacher for EYFS/KS1 with responsibility for Mathematics

Assistant Headteacher for EYFS/KS1 with responsibility for Mathematics

Required to start September 2024

Leadership Scale, range 6-10

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, proactive and highly motivated Assistant Headteacher who can work to support the Headteacher and a relatively new leadership team, to make a significant contribution towards the school's journey from Good to Outstanding. We are looking for a dynamic team player with a flexible approach and a flare for creativity.

We are looking for a leader who:

• Is able to demonstrate outstanding teaching and have an exemplary record of primary classroom practice.
• Has a proven track record of successfully raising standards and ensuring all pupil groups make good progress.
• Has excellent leadership qualities and a vision to build on the school¡¦s successes to date.
• Has experience of teaching and leading the EYFS and KS1.
• Has experience of successfully leading a subject across the school.
• Has the drive, determination and enthusiasm to enhance the high level of learning in our school.
• Possess excellent organisational and communication skills and has the ability to motivate and support colleagues.
• Can think strategically and act practically to promote school improvement.
• Has a commitment to working in partnership with all school stakeholders and the local community.

The post will include responsibility for leading the EYFS and KS1 phase as well as mathematics across the school.

We can offer:

• Fantastic pupils that love learning
• A diverse community and inclusive practice
• A supportive senior leadership team that work together collaboratively to raise standards across school
• Excellent CPD opportunities
• A supportive and enthusiastic governing body

We strongly encourage visits from prospective candidates so that you can see us in action. To arrange a visit telephone Sumreen Khan on 0208 514 9860 who will be happy to help; alternatively, email info@sirjohnheron.newham.sch.uk

We do not accept CVs. If you would like to apply for the position, please apply online.

Closing date for applications: Friday 8th March 2024

Interviews: Week Beginning 18th March 2024

The successful candidate will have to meet the requirements of the person specification in order to be offered the post and appointment will be conditional subject to clearance by the Disclosure and Barring Service and online searches. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, religion, disability or sexuality. Sir John Heron Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.