DERI VIEW PRIMARY SCHOOL
HEADTEACHER VACANCY
POST: Headteacher
POST ID: L23200001
SALARY: L16 – L22 (£54,305 - £62,811 per annum)
Deri View Primary School was built in 2005. The School has a Nursery, Integrated Children’s Centre and additional educational needs facility. The School is situated in the attractive and vibrant market town of Abergavenny.
Due to the impending retirement of the highly respected Headteacher, the Governing Body is seeking to appoint an inspirational and experienced primary leader with a strong community focus.
The successful candidate will be required to take up the post by September 2012.
Shortlisting: 6 March 2012
(Successful applicants will be informed within 7 days of shortlisting)
Interviews: 3 and 4 April 2012
Closing Date: 12 noon, Friday, 2 March 2012
For an application form and further details please quote the Post ID above and contact: Tel: 01633 644482 or email
Completed application forms to be returned to Personnel Section, Monmouthshire County Council, P.O. Box 106, Caldicot NP26 9AN
Appointments to these posts are exempt from Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and are subject to an enhanced disclosure check.
Monmouthshire County Council is committed to Equal Opportunities and welcome applicants from all sections of the community, including members of ethnic minority groups and disabled people.
Monmouthshire County Council operates a job share policy.
DERI VIEW PRIMARY SCHOOL
HEADTEACHER
JOB DESCRIPTION
The successful candidate will:-
(i) carry out the duties of a Headteacher as required by statute and as specified in the terms and conditions of service;
(ii) have a firm commitment to high quality educational provision and
the maximum achievement for each and every pupil.
In implementing the policies of the Local Authority and the Governing Body, the successful candidate will be expected to:
v have a proven ability as a primary leader
v have a clear vision for the education of pupils at the school
v lead, develop, support and motivate a large staff team
v demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively at all levels
v nurture our existing strong community links
v understanding the function of a community school
v set targets in order to achieve the highest possible standards of teaching and learning
v drive forward all aspects of planning in order to achieve the aims of the school improvement plan
v monitor and evaluate school performance with a view to drawing out the full potential of each individual pupil
v participate in partnership in the selection and appointment of all staff
v demonstrate a proven track record of working with other agencies eg. Social Services
v maintain, develop and promote partnerships with other agencies and the community in which the school is situated
v in partnership formulate and promote the school aims, objectives and values
v effectively and efficiently manage resources available to the school
v maintain, develop and encourage the broader life of the school
DERI VIEW PRIMARY SCHOOL
HEADTEACHER
PERSON SPECIFICATION
HOW TESTEDA / EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
Qualified Teacher Status / Application form
NPQH if first Headship or experienced Headteacher / Application form
Evidence of relevant continuing professional development / Application form
B / EDUCATIONAL AND MANAGEMENT EXPERIENCE
Achievement and success at senior management level / Interview
Experience in curriculum development / Interview
Evidence of ability to initiate change (and managing organisational change) / Interview
Application form
Evidence of leadership and team working and the ability to motivate and inspire loyalty and enthusiasm / Application form
Interview
Evidence of inspirational teaching and learning / Application form
Interview
C / SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITY
Evidence of educational vision and a commitment to equality of opportunity / Application form
Interview
Ability to demonstrate effectively and use ICT to improve learning and outcomes / Application form
Ability to build upon past successes and move forward / Interview
Evidence of involvement in effective staff management, appraisal, and whole school issues / Interview
A strong understanding of the learning needs of pupils, including a range of different teaching approaches. / Application Form
Evidence of effective budget control and use of resources / Interview
An understanding of the issues involved in monitoring the performance of pupils, staff and the school / Application Form
Interview
The ability to work sensitively with families within the community / Interview
The ability to promote a community focussed school / Application Form
Interview
Evidence of putting children at the heart of their practice and a commitment to pupil participation / Application Form
Interview
Evidence of a commitment to continually raising standards / Application Form
Interview
An understanding of different cultures and
an interest in the history and culture of Wales / Interview
An understanding of site management and health and safety issues / Application Form
Interview
An understanding of the school’s role in the community / Application Form
Interview
Experience of school Self Evaluation / Application Form
Interview
Ability to promote high standards in ethos, behaviour and attendance / Interview
An understanding of school improvement planning, including target setting / Application Form
Interview
Ability to prioritise plan, organise and delegate effectively / Application Form
Interview
Awareness of Welsh Assembly Government’s educational priorities / Interview
D / PERSONAL QUALITIES
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills / Application Form
Interview
Has a positive and approachable character / Interview
Can relate to, and inspire confidence of pupils, staff, parents, governors and the wider community / Application Form
Interview
Has a highly visible leadership style / Interview
Has a sense of proportion and is able to work well under pressure / Interview
Is resilient and adaptable and is able to deal with a challenging, demanding and rewarding role / Interview
Application Form
Is enthusiastically committed to the role / Interview
Can demonstrate a work life balance / Application
DERI VIEW PRIMARY SCHOOL
SCHOOL COUNCIL
We would like our new Headteacher to be someone who…
· is kind and caring
· has a good personality - bold, bubbly, confident and fun
· is helpful
· is able to listen to children
· knows everybody’s name quickly
· is approachable – so you can share a problem
· keeps our after school clubs running
· continues with the “Headteacher Times Table Challenge”
· is fair
· doesn’t let us down
· keeps their promises
· helps the environment
· is respectful – and treats all the children with respect
· talks to the children in a way they understand
· promotes a healthy school
· attends school council meetings if available