Headteacher
King Edward VI Handsworth Grammar School for Boys
Birmingham
- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- Easter 2024
- Apply by:
- 2 October 2023
Job overview
King Edward VI Handsworth Grammar School for Boys
Headteacher – start date Easter 2024
Due to our exceptional Headteacher taking up headship of another school within the Trust, the Governors of Handsworth Grammar School for Boys (HGS), are looking to appoint an engaging and collaborative leader to build on the outstanding accomplishments of this highly successful boys’ selective grammar school.
The school, which was recently inspected by Ofsted and rated ‘Outstanding’ in every category, provides the fullest range of quality experiences in a forward thinking and supportive environment. Inspectors described the school as a school “where pupils have a keen desire to do well.”
King Edward VI Handsworth Grammar School for Boys is a selective school that admits boys from the age of eleven and both boys and girls who wish to join the Sixth Form. Although our students come from all over Birmingham and beyond, a significant proportion live within three miles of the school, thereby helping to maintain a strong community aspect. This is the oldest surviving selective school in Birmingham, but we are forward-thinking: reaching for the future while supported by traditional foundations which emphasise the importance of hard work, self-discipline, behaviour and achievement. The site, at the heart of Handsworth, is in excellent order and has been developed and maintained to the highest standard.
Candidates will demonstrate a track record of achievement in educational strategic leadership and have the vision and energy to inspire, motivate and develop those around them. With exceptional interpersonal skills, they will be adept at communicating with a range of audiences. They will be driven by their passion and determination to transform the lives of our young people and their values will be strongly aligned to those of the Foundation. The role offers many unique opportunities to work with colleagues to deliver on strategic priorities aimed at achieving our aspirational mission.
As an integral member of the King Edward VI Academy Trust and the wider King Edward VI Foundation, the successful appointee will fully embrace collaborative working across the Foundation, contributing to fulfilling our mission of making Birmingham the best place to be educated in the UK.
The appointment is being led by Hays Leadership. Interested candidates are invited to contact Hays to arrange a confidential discussion with Chris Gartner, Director, at Chris.Gartner@hays.com or call 07595 646645.
Closing date for applications: 12 noon on Monday 2nd October 2023.
Safeguarding Children and Young People
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to the satisfactory completion of an enhanced DBS check, Barred List check, the receipt of satisfactory references, online searches and any other statutory checks that are required for the post. We are an equal opportunities employer.
About King Edward VI Handsworth Grammar School for Boys
- King Edward VI Handsworth Grammar School for Boys
- Grove Lane, Birmingham
- West Midlands
- B21 9ET
- United Kingdom
Handsworth Grammar School (HGS) is voluntary aided, selective grammar school in Handsworth, Birmingham. The school admits boys from the age of 11-18 and, since 1997, girls into its sixth form. Founded in 1862, it the oldest surviving selective school in Birmingham.
Lessons focus on both learning habits as well as learning the content of courses and topics. The ten learning habits Handsworth Grammar School aims to build include collaborating, questioning, listening, planning and distillation.
A new £1.6 million sixth form centre, offering students their own bespoke area, is linked to the Lodge, where there is a one-stop shop for careers advice and guidance and examinations advice and guidance.
Headmaster
Mr T Johnson
Values and vision
Handsworth Grammar School aims to be centre of excellence, taking a creative, innovative and forward thinking approach to learning while both retaining the traditional values of its foundation and embracing the opportunities offered by the technological developments of the modern world.
The school has designed a balanced curriculum and endeavours to challenge its students to give of their best in all areas and support them in their efforts, as well as to help them develop self-respect, independence and initiative.
A climate of trust, openness and co-operation is promoted and a commitment made to developing a sense of community at the school and beyond.
Ofsted
“Relationships are excellent. Pupils respect their teachers and value their support. They are equally respectful of each other. Pupils are studious and classrooms are places of high-quality learning.”
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