Job Introduction
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an ambitious leader, who is also an excellent Class Teacher, to join our wonderful primary school set in the heart of a stunning woodland, as we embark on the next stage of our journey to educational excellence. We have just under 200 children aged 4 – 11 and an exceptionally dedicated teaching and support staff team, who all have the highest aspirations for our children. We know that children flourish when they are treated with care and respect. The passion, commitment and kindness of our team explains why Woodlea is such a special place. We pride ourselves in offering a curriculum that inspires and excites our children to have a love of knowledge and learning. Our inclusive school helps all children and staff to believe in themselves and to excel in their own individual way. We have high expectations of everybody and provide both children and staff with a wide range of engaging opportunities so that they can achieve their very best. The School is part of the University of Chichester Multi-Academy Trust family. Each academy has a unique identity, but a shared belief in creating a positive and enriching environment, where all staff feel valued and proud to be part of the Trust. There are a wide range of professional development opportunities available within our school and as part of the Trust. We are committed to providing a range of leadership pathways and experiences, personalised to your own needs.
The successful candidate will:
- Be passionate and dedicated to do whatever it takes for all children to thrive and succeed.
- Be calm, kind and able to see the best in every child and member of staff.
- Be able to work collaboratively and flexibly with the Headteacher, Keystage Leaders and SENDCo to drive the strategic and operational direction of the school forwards, to ensure excellent teaching, highly effective learning and high standards of attainment, behaviour and attendance.
- Be able to monitor the effectiveness of the curriculum and its assessment and ensure that statutory requirements are met.
- Be experienced in rigorous tracking and monitoring of children’s attainment and progress.
- Be able to communicate confidently, clearly and sensitively, with a strong commitment to nurturing positive relationships with children, parents/carers, governors and the community.
- Be experienced in motivating, challenging and coaching staff to achieve their best.
- Be able to lead on whole school initiatives.
- Have experience of leading a core subject.
- Be an inspirational and experienced class teacher who can demonstrate a record of success in accelerating children’s progress.
- Be committed to the principles of inclusion and diversity across all areas of school life.
- Help with the efficient and effective deployment of staff and resources in order to meet the needs of the school.
Application Process
For details on how to apply and to download an application form, please visit the University of Chichester (Multi) Academy website job vacancies page https://www.unicat.org.uk/ and email your form to our Senior Admin Assistant, Mrs Sarah Stanbridge s.stanbridge@woodlea.hants.sch.uk. Applicants are warmly encouraged to visit the school and informally meet with the Headteacher, Mrs Abigail Oliver, before applying. Please contact the school office to arrange an appointment on 01420 476342 or s.stanbridge@woodlea.hants.sch.uk. We look forward to meeting you!
Safer Recruitment
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
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