Principal post, which is the headteacher role, at Welholme Primary Academy, run by The Enquire Learning Trust. The job centres on leading the school's strategic direction, building on existing foundations while driving improvement in challenging circumstances, and raising pupil achievement and well-being. The post is permanent, starting 12 April 2027, and candidates need QTS and at least five years' classroom experience, with an enhanced DBS check required.
What the job involves
- Lead the school strategically with a compelling and inspiring vision for its progress
- Raise academic achievement and nurture the well-being of all children
- Deliver outstanding teaching for all pupils
- Develop and empower colleagues, holding them to account against clearly defined standards
- Build understanding of the school's complexities and improve it in challenging circumstances
- Make decisions in the best interests of children
- Have a positive impact on children, colleagues and the wider community
Qualifications
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
Experience
- At least five successful years' classroom experience
- An exemplary track record in leadership
- Successful leadership of a whole school development initiative with demonstrable impact on pupil progress and achievement
Skills & knowledge
- Leadership with integrity, creativity and resilience
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Restless curiosity and eagerness to learn and develop
Checks & eligibility
- Enhanced DBS check
What’s offered
- Membership of the local pension scheme
- Opportunities for development and progression
- Employee Assistance Programme provided by Health Assured
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Octopus EV Scheme
- Lifestyle savings
- Principal support
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
