CAT Vacancies
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Cheshire Academies Trust is delighted to announce an exciting opportunity for an inspirational Headteacher to join our team at Kelsall Primary School and Nursery. As a founding school within our Trust, Kelsall prides itself on upholding the highest standards of academic excellence, with a strong crew culture that promotes character, creativity and innovation. We are in search of a strategic, confident leader who is committed to nurturing a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence.
Key Responsibilities:
· Strategic Leadership: Spearhead the development and implementation of innovative educational strategies that align with the school’s vision and the broader objectives of the Cheshire Academies Trust.
· Academic Excellence: Uphold and enhance the academic standards at Kelsall Primary School, ensuring that all pupils achieve their fullest potential.
· Wider School Outcomes: Foster a holistic and creative approach to education that encapsulates not only academic success but also the personal, social, and emotional development of our pupils.
· Culture and Values: Embody and promote the school's ethos of 'crew' - a commitment to community, resilience, empathy, and working together to achieve common goals.
· Innovative Learning Approaches: Employ creative and innovative approaches to learning and teaching, encouraging staff and students to explore new ideas and methodologies.
The Ideal Candidate Will Possess:
· A proven track record of effective, strategic leadership within an educational setting.
· A robust understanding and experience of raising educational standards and school improvement.
· The ability to engage, inspire, and motivate pupils, staff, and the wider school community.
· A commitment to inclusive education and the ability to foster a supportive, empowering environment for all.
· Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the capacity to build and maintain positive relationships with pupils, staff, parents, and the wider community.
· A creative and innovative mindset, with the ability to implement forward-thinking educational practices.
We Offer:
· The opportunity to lead a vibrant, high-achieving school
· A supportive, committed school community
· An opportunity to be a key part of Cheshire Academies Trust’s ambitious senior leadership team
· A culture that values and nurtures leadership and professional growth
· A permanent contract (subject to a successful 6-month probationary period)
· Annual salary progression within a national pay scale (performance-related)
· Membership of the Teacher Pension Scheme
· An annual flu vaccination
· Access to our ‘green schemes’ including cycle to work, electric cards and white goods
Application Process:
If you believe you are the ideal candidate for our Headteacher position and would like more information or to have an informal discussion, please reach out to our CEO, Steve Ellis by email. ceo@cheshireacademiestrust.co.uk
We encourage all interested candidates to visit our school to gain a deeper understanding of the role. To arrange a visit, please contact the school at 01829 752811 or contact the school business manager by email. businessmanager@kelsall.cheshire.sch.uk
To apply, kindly complete the application form and submit it alongside a letter of application (not exceeding two A4 pages) that highlights your skills, qualifications, and experience relevant to the job description and person specification. Please send these documents to Steve Ellis, CEO, at ceo@cheshireacademiestrust.co.uk . Note that we do not accept CVs and applications that include a CV will not be considered.
Visits to the school can be booked on an individual basis.
Closing Date: Monday 15th April 2024 at 5pm
Shortlisting: Wednesday 17th April 2024
Join us in shaping a bright, innovative future for Kelsall Primary School and its pupils. Become a part of a school where every member of our community is valued and supported to achieve their best.
Cheshire Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.