Headteacher Silkstone Primary School

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking an inspirational, forward-thinking leader who truly connects with the spirit of our school, shares our values, and is ready to lead our thriving community into the future and build on its existing strengths and successes following the retirement of our current Headteacher.

• To provide professional leadership with integrity, energy and enthusiasm which secures high achievement for every child and sustains the school’s ongoing improvement journey.
• Promote and safeguard the welfare of all pupils and staff within a safe and caring environment.
• Establish a high-quality learning environment in which resources are effectively managed to secure the success of both pupils and staff.
• Promote and model the school’s motto as a school with soul.
• Promote and model the school’s vision to nurture happy, confident individuals with a love for learning and life. To build a school community where everyone cares for and respects themselves, each other and the wider world.

• An exceptional chance to advance your career, build on our achievements, and help shape a truly soulful school
• A happy, nurturing school environment where children are eager to learn and staff are sincerely valued
• Supportive, dedicated governors; experienced staff; and committed families all working together to realise our school’s vision
• Wonderfully caring children who are well-behaved, with a clear love for learning and life, and who embrace challenge and opportunity
• A focus on wellbeing and professional development for all staff

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.