Headteacher

Job Introduction

Job/Person Summary 

The Governing Board presents an outstanding opportunity for a highly-motivated, professional and inspirational individual to lead our excellent junior school forward, further strengthening our reputation as a popular choice for parents in the area. 

At Alverstoke Junior School we are incredibly proud of our children and staff. We are a close community and together achieved ‘Good’ (Ofsted 2022) and the school is ‘living up to its foundation as a Church school’ (SIAMS 2023).

Our current Headteacher is moving on after nearly five years in post and during her time here has driven a culture of exceptional behaviour, created a nurturing environment where children strive to be the very best they can be supported by a team of highly regarded staff. 

We are looking for a new school leader who will continue the ongoing promotion of the core Christian values which underpin our day-to-day life - ‘Love’, ‘Courage’, and ‘Respect’ and exemplify our motto - ‘Be Ambitious’, ‘Be Brave’, ‘Be Kind’.   Supported by our strong Senior Leadership Team, this individual will demonstrate a clear passion for children’s education, maintain our high education standards and engage well with the wider school community.

What can we offer you?

We are a great school in a strong position. As our values suggest we are ambitious, we aim high and our children thrive with lots of opportunities for empowerment, to be courageous and respectful to themselves and those around them. 

We have excellent facilities – a well-established wooded area currently being used by a Forest School club, an outdoor heated swimming pool, reading pod, well-equipped school grounds and a spirituality garden. We have a strong and supportive staff team with a good mix of experience and early careers team members. 

About our location 

Alverstoke Junior School is located at the heart of the Alverstoke community. We are a 10 minute walk to the picturesque Stokes Bay beach. A 4 minute ferry crossing to Portsmouth is close by and the M27 is a 20 minute drive.

Application Procedure 

To apply, download the attached application form by clicking the on the application form, then complete and save it. Once ready, click 'Apply' button to upload your completed application form.

The shortlist will be drawn up on 5 February 2025 and the selection process will take place on 26 & 27 February 2025. Further details will be sent to those candidates called for interview.

Applicants will be advised within 3 working days after the shortlisting date whether they have been successful or not. 

All applications will be required to complete an Equality Monitoring form.

Further information about our school can be found on our website at:  www.alverstoke-jun.hants.sch.uk 

Visits to the school are encouraged and will be available, conducted by the Chair of Governors and one other governor, between the following dates:

Monday 13 January and Friday 24 January.

 To arrange a visit please contact our administrative team.

Tel: 02392 580450 

Email: admin@alverstoke-jun.hants.sch.uk