Assistant Headteacher

Salary: L3-L7 (£44,331 - £49,019)

Hours: Full Time (Permanent)
Based at: Propps Hall Primary School, Failsworth

Start Date: Monday 19th April 2021

We are seeking to appoint an ambitious, aspirational leader who will join our leadership team within The Ivory Federation. The Ivory Federation is a name given to a strong partnership between three schools, Propps Hall Primary School in Failsworth, Springhead Infant School in Saddleworth and Rushcroft Primary School in Shaw. All of our schools have a friendly and strong caring ethos and we promote partnership working at every opportunity. We have strong values that support the personal growth and development of all children and adults in our school community.

The successful candidate must have a passion and commitment to developing the potential of every child, as well as promoting high standards of learning and achievement across the school. This is an exciting opportunity for a practitioner who is highly motivated and who has a strong track record of teaching across both KS1 and KS2.

Our schools are very successful in achieving their aims, we have high aspirations for all.  Our staff facilitate and engage learners through creativity, innovation and learning from first-hand experiences, both staff and children are inspiring and we are excited to share this with potential new leaders who will join our team.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is ambitious with a willingness to make a difference
• Has proven ability to lead whole school initiatives, that have impacted positively on pupil outcomes
• Has a clear vision of excellence, in teaching and learning across the whole primary school phase
• Will be a high-profile member of our leadership team with high expectations of themselves, colleagues and children
• Will have the ability to identify areas for improvement and contribute creatively to help to improve our school
• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the enthusiasm to inspire and motivate others

As a school we can offer you:

• The opportunity to play a significant role in the further development of the school
• Dedicated staff who are committed to school improvement
• A highly supportive and proactive leadership team across the federation
• A blueprint for learning that supports the ethos and strong values of the federation.
• Supportive parents and carers with high expectations
• A commitment to support your professional development to the next stage of your career

The position is class based with appropriate leadership release time.

We look forward to welcoming committed aspirational leaders who will add value to our school community. If you feel you could make a positive contribution, we would be pleased to receive an application from you. 

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for the successful applicant.

Informal enquiries:  Mrs G.A Kay Executive Headteacher 0161 770 8400

                                     head@proppshall.oldham.sch.uk

Please return completed application forms to the school

Closing Date: Monday 4th January 2021

Shortlisting: Friday 8th January 2021