Headteacher

What skills and experience we're looking for

Are you an ambitious, dynamic and inspirational leader ready to make your mark? We are looking for a Headteacher who will embrace our values and build upon the school's impressive achievements. You will bring the presence, experience and vision to drive the continued development of our creative curriculum, champion high academic standards, and collaborate with all stakeholders to improve outcomes for every pupil.

This is a rare and exciting opportunity to lead Highfield Primary School – an inclusive, "outstanding" three-form entry primary school with a passionate commitment to enabling all children and staff to reach their full potential. Guided by our core values of respect, cooperation and kindness, we provide a welcoming, safe and stimulating environment where learning is a journey for life.

Nestled on a special school site with extensive field space which includes a mini farm, sports area and outdoor gym, our creative and active curriculum equips children with the knowledge, skills and values they need to thrive and lead successful lives.

You will be a proven leader with excellent communication skills, emotional intelligence and resilience, and the ability to personify the school's vision to pupils, parents, staff and the wider community. You will have a passion for improving teaching and learning, the capability to manage financial and human resources effectively, and a commitment to championing pupil voice, active citizenship and the holistic development of every child. Above all, you will be a true leader of learning – an inspiring practitioner who energises both staff and pupils and who thrives on leading others through complexity in an ever-changing educational landscape.

What the school offers its staff

At Highfield, you will be supported by a strong leadership team and a group of highly committed, talented staff who work collectively to foster a lifelong love of learning.We offer a genuinely supportive environment in which to develop and grow your leadership, real scope to innovate and be forward-thinking, and a knowledgeable governing body that provides constructive challenge and strategic partnership.Our welcoming, culturally diverse school community is one that children, staff, parents and governors are genuinely proud to be part of – and we are confident you will be too.

Commitment to safeguarding

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.