Headteacher

This is an exciting opportunity for the right person to lead our school, which was described recently as the golden strand of hope weaving through the tapestry of life of the local community (SIAMS 2024). We are an inclusive and caring church school family that provides a place of acceptance and hope in our community. We recognise that everyone has immeasurable potential, given the opportunity to shine. We courageously strive to pursue excellence in all that we do.

Our vision is to equip our school community to respond positively to life’s challenges and develop ambition and hope for the future. We celebrate our diversity and work hard to provide an inclusive and equitable environment for everyone. We are a church school that is integral to our multi-racial and multi-faith community. Our values and beliefs underpin our day-to-day learning, teaching and relationships. We have motivated staff who work hard to make sure every child thrives. School leaders have been recognised for their bold decisions. Parents are supportive and appreciative.

We are particularly proud of our pioneering award as a School of Sanctuary which recognises our achievement in welcoming our multi-cultural community.

The successful candidate will:

• Be an inspirational, motivational and compassionate leader, valuing our staff through challenging development opportunities
• Be committed to helping our children flourish and exceed their full potential through an exciting, broad and balanced curriculum
• Build an open, positive, and constructive relationship with the governing body based on trust
• Enable organisational improvement through the development of a culture of commitment
• Develop a deep connection with the community that you serve as Headteacher
• Work in mutually beneficial partnerships with other organisations, based on our values

We can offer you:

• A welcoming, friendly, inclusive school with well-motivated staff and enthusiastic children
• Strong Christian Ethos and Values encouraging an awareness of the meaning and significance of faith
• A very supportive local cluster of schools, local authority and Diocese.
• Strong links with the parish, local nurseries and the community support teams, including Community Centres.

Our school is a happy place where children want to attend and learn. We invite you to come and visit our school, meet our children and staff, and experience our warm and friendly welcome.

Please visit our school’s website to find out more about our school: https://scunthorpe.n-lincs.sch.uk/northlincs/primary/scunthorpe

Visits to the school can be arranged on either 27th January at 2.00 p.m. or 5th February at 10.30 a.m. Appointments can be made via our School Business Manager, Mrs Holman, on the following email address: sbm@scunthorpe.n-lincs.sch.uk or by calling 01724 842526.

Click on this link to view the application pack and to apply https://northlincs.current-vacancies.com/Jobs/Advert/3730250?cid=1930

The closing date for applications is Monday, 24th February at noon.
Shortlisting will take place on Wednesday, 26th February.
Interviews will be held on Thursday 13th and Friday 14th March

We are committed to the safety and well-being of the whole school community. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check and participate in a safer recruitment process.

Fluency Duty

In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.

The school advertising the vacancy will contact you directly regarding the outcome of your application and any interviews. When interviews are taking place schools will follow all Government and Public Health England Guidelines.

All shortlisted candidates will need to verify their eligibility to work in the UK at interview.