Headteacher at Grendon Primary School in Birmingham

The Board of Governors is seeking to appoint an inspirational and dynamic Head Teacher to work collaboratively with all stakeholders, in our continuous journey of self-improvement. Grendon is a good and improving school, where our ‘We Can’ ethos and our vision that outlines the importance of both pastoral and academic curricula, drives everything that we do. We are proud of our caring ethos, dedicated staff, and child-centred approach.

The Governors are seeking a Head Teacher who can build upon these strong foundations; someone with a strong track record of leadership; someone who can support, challenge, inspire and motivate all stakeholders in order to achieve excellence in teaching and learning and further improve outcomes for children. If you believe that you embody the qualities, experience, skills and emotional intelligence; alongside a resolute attitude in the face of adversity to leadership then we encourage you to submit an application.

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Knowledge of excellent classroom practice for all pupils, including those with additional and specific needs.
• Inspirational and supportive leadership to our team of teachers and support staff.
• An in-depth understanding of the relevant curricula and safeguarding policy and practice.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A track record of leading whole school initiatives.
• The ability to lead with clear direction, building on previous success.
• Strategic innovation for continuous improvement.
• Commitment to ensure that all pupils achieve the very best outcomes.
• Implementation of a clear vision, combined with highly effective communication skills that will inspire, motivate and lead the community forward to further success.

Our school offers:

• An opportunity to work with our fantastic pupils and staff team and play a lead role in shaping the future of our vibrant and exciting school.
• A happy and caring community that always puts our children first.
• A highly motivated staff team who are committed to getting the very best outcomes for our pupils.
• Excellent opportunities to further develop your leadership skills and career pathway.
• A commitment to continuing professional development.
• A strong and supportive Governing Board.
• A culture of promoting positive mental health and wellbeing through a well-planned strategy.

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification, Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), medical, online and social media prohibition from teaching, right to work, satisfactory references, suitability to work with children. You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.