Headteacher

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The Governing Body of Coulsdon C of E Primary School is seeking to appoint a Headteacher who will lead our school “Together, Growing in Mind, Body and Spirit.”

Situated within a conservation area on Bradmore Green in the heart of Old Coulsdon, our one form entry primary school provides a happy, nurturing, stimulating, safe and inclusive environment for all our children. Its vision is one of a holistic approach to education delivered in a supportive community. 

We are a Church of England Voluntary Aided School and our Christian ethos underpins the community feel. We are looking for the right individual who shares our values, is passionate about our children’s outcomes and builds on the strength of our wider school community. The role may suit an existing Headteacher or an experienced Deputy Headteacher looking for their first headship.

The school was rated Outstanding in both its last Ofsted (2011) and SIAMS (2016) inspections.      

We offer:

• A learning community based in a strong Christian ethos, and which values all aspects of a child's development
• A strong school community with good links to the parish church and the Friends of the school
• The support of a dedicated committed, staff and Governing Body
• A holistic approach to learning based on a well established broad, balanced and creative curriculum
• An attractive suburban village setting with excellent transport links to London
• We are looking for a Headteacher who:
• Has at least three years’ dynamic leadership as Headteacher or Deputy Headteacher that has inspired, motivated others and raised standards
• Is a practicing, committed Christian
• Has a pastoral heart for the whole school community and their well-being, coupled with a concern for families and their needs
• Has a commitment to promoting equality and valuing diversity, championing this with staff, pupils and parents.
• Has experience of successful strategic working and cooperation with senior colleagues, teaching and support staff, governors, parents, local authority or MAT, and the wider community
• Has commitment to broad education, creative arts, sport, and co-curricular activities

Application information

Salary range: £62,926 to £72,383
Start date: 1 September 2022
We strongly recommend you visit the school before applying. Visits can be arranged by contacting Louise Stevenson,  the school office administrator. 
Email: office@ccofe.uk 
Telephone: 01737 554789 

Applications must be submitted using our application form, which can be downloaded from the school’s website.  https://www.coulsdoncofe.co.uk/about-us/vacancies/headteacher-recruitment 

This includes a section on faith commitment and requires candidates to give the name of a referee to support their  Church affiliation. 

Closing date for applications: 12.00 noon on Monday 28 February 2022. Completed applications can be emailed to recruitment@ccofe.uk or delivered to:

Chair of the HT Selection Panel
Coulsdon C of E Primary School
Bradmore Green,
Old Coulsdon,
Surrey, CR5 1ED

Shortlisting: 3 March 2022, after which all applicants will be contacted.

Interviews: Will take place over two days on Thursday 10 March and Friday 11 March.

Shortlisted candidates will be asked to attend on both days. Information about the interview days will be provided to shortlisted candidates.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to respect this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.