Head teacher

4 October 2018
Permanent
Full Time
Arnold Mill Primary and Nursery School, Cross Street, Arnold, Nottingham, NG5 7AX
IPR L18 to L24

Number on roll: 318 plus 45 nursery places, Age range: 3-11 

The governors of Arnold Mill Primary and Nursery School are seeking to appoint an exceptional leader to start in September 2019, following the retirement of the current Head Teacher. This is a unique opportunity to lead a well-regarded, thriving and happy school which is at the heart of the local community.

We are looking for someone who:

  • will be an outstanding leader with proven experience of raising aspirations, expectations and attainment
  • is a strategic thinker and an outstanding practitioner with a clear focus on continuous improvement
  • has a heartfelt commitment to delivering a clear vision for the school, to ensure that our children look back with pride and forward with confidence
  • will lead, inspire and foster excellent relationships with all stakeholders
  • will further enhance our ethos, vision and values

 In return, we will offer you:

  • happy, hard-working and well-behaved children
  • a dedicated, talented and committed staff team
  • a modern, bright and well cared-for school building, with lots of outdoor spaces where learning can take place beyond the classroom
  • a supportive governing body with a wealth of experience, who work in close partnership with the whole school community
  • opportunities to further develop your own professional and leadership skillsProspective applicants are positively encouraged to visit us to view the school and to meet the staff and children in order to fully appreciate all that we have to offer. 

Please contact the School Business Manager to arrange a visit (0115 9667930).

Further details and an application pack are available from Johnny Yang, Governor Services on 0115 8040728 or i-fu.yang@nottscc.gov.uk 

Closing date: Thursday 4th October at midday

Interviews to be held on Wednesday 24th and Thursday 25th October 2018

Arnold Mill School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Please note that this post will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

• 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.

• All posts in Primary, Secondary and Special Schools are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. All posts in schools, unless stated otherwise, are suitable for a job share arrangement.

• The County Council encourages applications from all, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, religion, belief, pregnancy and maternity status, age or sexual orientation. for posts within County and Controlled Schools and in Colleges.

This vacancy is closed to applications.