Job Introduction
Exciting opportunity to become the new Headteacher of St Faith’s CE Primary School, Winchester
Job/Person Specification
The Governing Board is looking to appoint an ambitious and experienced leader who is optimistic, highly strategic, has strong executive capacity and is committed to professional development.
Working in partnership with our staff, pupils, parents, governors and parish, our new Headteacher will build on the school’s existing strengths whilst bringing their own ideas and energy to the school, preserving our core values of Courage, Trust, Hope and Love.
St Faith’s is a fabulous school of which we are really proud. In 2023-2024 we received both Ofsted and SIAMS visits and were delighted that the reports reflect what we see on a daily basis:
- St Faith’s is a very happy school, where staff and pupils actively model the school’s values.
- Behaviour is exceptional.
- Our attainment is consistently very strong and pupils are well prepared for their next steps in learning at each key stage.
- Our pupils are curious learners who love attending school.
- We offer highly effective SEND provision.
- The school works in effective partnership with parents, the parish and other schools to enhance outcomes and experiences.
Within the Headteacher Recruitment Pack (linked to this advert) please note the Key Tasks that the Governing Board would like our new Headteacher to prioritise on appointment.
Location
Winchester has in recent years been voted as the best place to live in England. This vibrant cathedral city offers a wide range of boutique shops, theatres, a cinema, sports clubs, farmers market, restaurants and pubs as well as many attractive walks through the water meadows and St Catherine’s Hill, which are all on the doorstep of the school.
Application Procedure
We do hope you enjoy reading the Headteacher Recruitment Pack which is linked from this advert. It contains lots of helpful information about the school and the application procedure.
Please do get in touch by email (adminoffice@st-faiths.hants.sch.uk) if you would like to visit the school prior to submitting an application.
To apply, download the attached application form below by clicking the on the application form, then complete and save it. Once ready, click 'Apply' button below to upload your completed application form.
Thank you for your interest, and we wish you the best of luck!
The St Faith’s CE Primary School Governing Board
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