Assistant Headteacher Early Years, KS1, Phonics & Early Reading Lead in Bedworth

All Saints Bedworth have developed an aspirational vision and a strong set of values underpinned by the statement: “Learning and growing together to be the best that we can be.”
Due to the promotion and relocation of the previous post holder, we are seeking to appoint a highly effective Assistant Headteacher for EYFS, KS1 and Phonics/Early Reading to join our strong and established leadership team. This is a key Senior Leadership role that will contribute to the continued development of our school and help us secure the very best outcomes for our children.

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious leader who is passionate about ensuring every child gets the very best start to their education. The successful candidate will lead our Early Years Foundation Stage and Key Stage 1 provision, champion excellence in phonics and early reading, and play a significant role in whole-school improvement. Initially, the successful candidate will teach in Reception 3.5 days per week.

The successful candidate will:

• Lead the strategic development of EYFS, KS1, phonics and early reading, securing high standards of teaching, learning and achievement.
• Champion a love of reading and ensure all children develop the knowledge and skills needed to become confident, fluent readers.
• Support and develop staff through coaching, mentoring and professional development.
• Use assessment and evidence-informed practice to drive improvement and improve outcomes for all pupils.
• Ensure children receive the very best start to their educational journey through a rich, ambitious and inclusive curriculum.
• Play a key role in whole-school improvement, contributing to strategic planning and decision-making as a member of the Senior Leadership Team.
• Promote our Christian vision and values, ensuring they are embedded throughout school life.

Are you:

• An inspirational leader with a proven track record of improving outcomes for children?
• Passionate about Early Years education, Key Stage 1 and the teaching of reading?
• An excellent classroom practitioner with a secure understanding of child development and effective pedagogy?
• Skilled in developing others and creating a culture of high expectations and continuous improvement?
• Committed to inclusion and ensuring every child can thrive, regardless of their starting point?
• Ready to make a significant contribution to the strategic leadership of a successful primary school?

We can offer:

• Dedicated strategic leadership time weekly
• A strong and supportive leadership team with a clear strategic vision for school development.
• Enthusiastic and engaged pupils who embody our school values and love learning.
• High-quality professional development opportunities, both within school and across our Trust, to support your leadership journey.
• A positive, caring and collaborative working environment where staff wellbeing is a priority – this includes a day off each year for your birthday, and free lunch provided once per week and for INSET days

Interested candidates are welcome to speak to us for more information about this fantastic opportunity. Visits to the school are strongly encouraged. Please contact the school office on 02476313387 or email school.office@allsaintsbedworth.covmat.org for an informal discussion about the post or to arrange a school visit.

In line with our commitment to Safeguarding, all posts are subject to a safer recruitment process which includes enhanced with barred list Disclosure and Barring Services (DBS) and other vetting checks.
For an appointment to visit the school please contact the school on 02476 313387 or school.office@allsaintsbedworth.covmat.org

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