Headteacher

Salary: L21-L27

Closing date for applications: 10 January 2024

Interview dates: 23 and 24 January 2024

Start date: April 2024 preferred, September 2024 would be considered

About Us

Billingshurst Primary School is a thriving, 3 form entry primary school in the large and growing village of Billingshurst in the heart of West Sussex. We take pride in our inclusive approach to education and work hard to ensure all children from the community are well served, whatever their culture, background and capabilities.

Our school has many strengths and is currently on a journey of rapid improvement following its recent Inspection. It will be joining Sussex Learning Trust in April 2024 and we are very positive about this decision, having worked with the Trust in a supportive and collegiate over a period of several months.

What we are looking for

We are seeking to recruit a new headteacher to lead a great team through the next exciting chapter for our school.

The successful candidate will:

• Be child centred.
• Have high aspirations.
• Be an inspirational and innovative leader.
• Value the partnership with all our stakeholders including staff, parents/carers, pupils and the wider community.

What we can offer you

• An opportunity to lead a large school on its journey to excellence.
• A committed team of teachers and support staff with a wealth of experience and expertise.
• A strong and supportive governing body.
• Commitment and support for your personal leadership journey.
• An opportunity to play a key role in the development of a growing Multi-Academy Trust.

How to apply

Full details of how to apply are included in the Recruitment Pack. You are encouraged to arrange an informal visit to the school. Please contact Nicola Waters, Chair of Governors, via email nwaters@billingshurstprimary.org.uk

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. There will be a need for the successful applicant to undertake a criminal record check via the Enhanced DBS alongside all other relevant safer recruitment references.

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Please also visit our website to find out more about our school life: http://www.billingshurstprimary.org.uk/web/