Headteacher

Number on roll: 675, Age range: 3-11 Interviews: Wednesday 19 and Thursday 20 April 2017 Required for September 2017

“Thanks you for hosting the recent visit.  The visit empowered each individual providing greater knowledge and inspiration to progress leadership development in their various Indian States.   The day was extremely insightful.  Thank you!” Indian State Officials

Cotgrave Candleby Lane School has a sensational opportunity for a dynamic Head Teacher to lead our continuous journey for improvement. The successful candidate will demonstrate a drive and passion to achieve the highest standards and to provide outstanding opportunities for our children and wider community. The governing body and Trust will recruit an individual with a clear vision to enable our children to look back with pride and forward with confidence.

As head of a nationally recognised school you will lead and engage with national policy development, welcoming international guests, showcasing outstanding practice and delivering keynote addresses for regional and national conferences – this headship will absolutely enable you to shape your career and open doors to opportunities at a national and international level.

“What a wonderful visit!  Please pass on our thanks to your wonderful children who were a credit to you.  The learning ambassadors could really articulate the values and ethos of the school and we are taking lots of ideas back to get our students more involved in their own learning.  You are a truly inspirational school!” Spanish delegation of Headteachers

Cotgrave Candleby Lane School is an outstanding school which sits at the heart of the Candleby Lane Teaching School Alliance and was also the founder member of the Flying High Trust. The right candidate will grasp the opportunity to drive school improvement not just in the context of the school but working in partnership across the Trust. The role also includes the potential for Executive Headship for schools requiring additional leadership capacity – therefore candidates with this experience would be welcomed. This is an opportunity to demonstrate your leadership and partnership working at the very highest level!

“Thank you for giving up your time to show us round your amazing school.  There is such a clear ethos and culture and the children were a credit to you.  The children that showed us round reinforced everything you told us and were so proud of their school and community.” Isle of Man Headteacher delegation

We are seeking to appoint an exceptional leader who will continue to put our students at the centre of all that we do and build on the significant strengths of our school, with a clear vision to further inspire and empower our students, staff, parents, and the local community. A leader with:

• a proven record of leadership delivering the highest outcomes and standards;

• the necessary leadership and management skills to ensure the school not just maintains its status but seeks continuous improvement to ensure we continue to meet the needs of our children;
• the ability to drive a vision to realise the school’s potential;
• a commitment to working in partnership between school, parents and community;
• the ability to communicate effectively with all members of the school family;
• the ability to motivate and inspire others and to work as a part of a wider support team (The Flying High Trust);
• the drive and ambition to progress to the next stage of your career;
• A heartfelt commitment to delivering the vision and values of our school to ensure our children look back with pride and forward with confidence.

In return we can offer:

• an outstanding leadership opportunity including shaping the development of the Teaching School Alliance;
• children with a thirst for learning, determined to be the best school in the Universe;
• a passionate, positive and motivated team of professionals who put children at the heart of every decision;
• a supportive governing body committed to helping drive the school forward to greater achievements and success;
• a friendly atmosphere encompassing      a supportive ethos;
• a network of support via the Flying High Trust;
• the opportunity for extensive professional development, enabling you to make the transition to National Leader of Education and, for the right candidate, on to Executive Headship.

• We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks.
• The Flying High Trust welcomes applications from all, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, age or sexual orientation for all posts.

Application form, information pack and further details are available from Nick Layfield, The Flying High Trust, 0115 989 2284 or email: nlayfield@flyinghightrust.co.uk

If you feel this could be the job for you, then please contact Anita Smith, School Business Manager, to arrange an informal visit on 0115 989 2284.