Head of School

Head of School

Full-Time On-site
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Head of School post leading the nursery and school at Limebrook Primary and Nursery School, a member of the Lion Academy Trust. The work centres on overseeing teaching and learning, setting ambitious performance targets, and developing strategic plans with the Executive Trust Team. Set apart by leading a nursery and school within a multi academy trust, with a start in September 2027 or sooner. Enhanced DBS and satisfactory references are required, and visa sponsorship is not available.


What the job involves



  • Lead the nursery and school so every pupil gets the best start to their education

  • Shape the school's future and maintain its place in the local community

  • Oversee the quality of teaching and learning

  • Develop and implement strategic plans

  • Set and achieve ambitious performance targets

  • Lead initiatives that drive continuous improvement

  • Work with the Executive Trust Team to deliver effective teaching

  • Foster high standards, accountability and collaboration among staff, pupils and the wider community

  • Inspire and empower staff through professional development

  • Build constructive partnerships with parents and carers

  • Promote the Trust's pedagogy for highly effective learning

  • Engage stakeholders in achieving outstanding outcomes for all pupils


Experience



  • Proven experience in educational management

  • Proven experience in strategic planning

  • Proven experience in fostering a positive school culture


Skills & knowledge



  • Ability to raise expectations and aspirations for pupils

  • Commitment to promoting the Trust's pedagogy for highly effective learning


Checks & eligibility



  • Enhanced DBS disclosure

  • Relevant safeguarding checks

  • Satisfactory references


What’s offered



  • Career progression

  • Unlimited access to CPD and career development through The National College and The Key

  • Employee Assistance Programme for the employee and immediate family

  • Perks at Work discounts, including cinema tickets and travel schemes

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Contact Details:

The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team