Executive Headteacher The Saints Federation

What skills and experience we're looking for

An experienced, inspirational primary school leader, who

• will provide strategic leadership across the Federation and our partner school to set direction and vision for several schools, setting high standards for teaching and learning and resulting in excellent outcomes for pupils;
• will support and develop other Federation school leaders, empowering them to lead with confidence;
• will manage staff development and curriculum oversight, to ensure that there is professional growth for staff and that the curriculum is effectively implemented to achieve the Federation’s educational goals.
• is an effective communicator, who will build trust and foster partnerships with parents, governors and the community to promote excellence and ongoing school improvement and is an effective communicator;
• will support and enhance the Federation’s Christian ethos; and
• is excited by the prospect of taking the Federation forward.

What the school offers its staff

• The opportunity to lead highly motivated and ambitious teams, dedicated to enabling all pupils to flourish;
• Schools with a strong ethos of inclusion and opportunities for all;
• A supportive community, eager to help the Federation develop and grow;
• Governors with a genuine concern for the wellbeing of school leaders, who understand the challenges currently facing schools and who are determined to support school leaders in meeting those challenges;
• Up to six wellbeing days per annum during term time for the Executive Headteacher;
• Governors committed to your professional development; and
• The opportunity to be part of our vision for the future of education in this part of London.

Further details about the role

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Essential Criteria

• Essential Educated to at least degree level
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Evidence of engagement in significant professional development (eg NPQH or NPQEL)
• Track record as a successful Primary Headteacher or Executive Headteacher
• Aspirational leader, setting high expectations for all, but committed to ensuring the wellbeing of staff and pupils alike
• A thorough understanding of the requirements of the National Curriculum
• Proven track record of sustained school improvement
• Effective delegator who empowers and develops others through direction and coaching
• Proven track record of developing and mentoring school leaders
• Outstanding communications skills, with the ability to engage effectively with different audiences
• Strong analytical skills, and ability to use data to support improvement
• High levels of emotional intelligence, integrity and professionalism
• Up-to-date knowledge of safeguarding legislation and best practice
• Understanding of school finance and budget planning framework
• Proven experience of successful budget management

Desirable Criteria

• Recent experience as DSL/DDSL
• Experience of developing an inclusive curriculum for all pupils, including those with SEND
• Teaching experience across the Primary age range
• Time spent teaching in more than one school, or educational setting
• In-depth knowledge of Ofsted and SIAMS evaluation frameworks

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.