Head of Lower School New

Job Opportunity: Head of Lower School
Location: Darwen, Lancashire
Start Date: January 2025 (or sooner)
Salary: Competitive, Dependent on experience
Area: Darwen
Phase: Secondary

An esteemed and highly reputable Multi Academy Trust is seeking an exceptional Head of Lower School to join its dedicated team in Darwen. This is a permanent leadership position, offering a fantastic opportunity to shape the educational journey of young learners within a vibrant and supportive environment.

The Head of Lower School will play a pivotal role in overseeing the academic and pastoral development of students, fostering an engaging, inclusive, and high-performing learning environment. Working collaboratively with senior leadership, the successful candidate will inspire and lead a dynamic team of teachers and support staff, ensuring the delivery of outstanding educational outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide visionary leadership for the Lower School, ensuring high standards of teaching, learning, and student progress.
• Develop and implement innovative educational strategies to enhance the learning experience.
• Lead, mentor, and support staff, promoting continuous professional development.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, inclusivity, and wellbeing across the school community.
• Monitor and evaluate student performance, setting ambitious goals and ensuring their achievement.
• Build strong relationships with parents, carers, and the wider community to support student success.
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding policies and promote the welfare of all students.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Proven leadership experience, ideally within a primary or lower school setting.
• A qualified teacher with a track record of delivering high academic standards.
• Strong knowledge of the primary curriculum and child development.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate both staff and students.
• Demonstrable experience of implementing effective school improvement strategies.
• A passion for educational excellence and a commitment to creating an inclusive, nurturing environment where all students can thrive.
• A deep understanding of safeguarding principles and practices.

Requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Experience in a senior leadership role (Head of Department, Assistant Headteacher, or equivalent).
• A strong background in primary education, with knowledge of current educational policies and practices.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• The ability to lead by example, demonstrating integrity, empathy, and resilience.

What We Offer:

• A supportive and forward-thinking Multi Academy Trust with a commitment to professional growth.
• The opportunity to shape the future of an established and thriving Lower School.
• A competitive salary and benefits package.
• Access to continuous professional development and leadership training.

If you are a dynamic, innovative, and inspiring leader, ready to make a lasting impact, we would love to hear from you.

To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your experience and suitability for the role.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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