Headteacher, Tidcombe Primary School, Tiverton, Devon

Salary/Grade L8-13

Contract: Permanent

Closing Date: 26th September 2022, 9AM

Interview Date: 4th and 5th October 2022

Job Start Date: January 2023 (or as soon as possible thereafter)

Tidcombe is a single form entry community school which offers a new headteacher the opportunity to influence current practice and secure the direction of the school, building on great foundations and with support from within the Trust.  

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced senior leader seeking Headship and looking for a significant opportunity for career progression.   This is also a great opportunity to lead while served by an established and supportive Trust.

The school is at the heart of its community with a focus on raising aspirations of pupils. We are looking to appoint an inspirational leader who is focused on ensuring outstanding provision, relevant to the community it serves.

We are looking for someone who has;

• Passion and drive, able to communicate to inspire pupils, staff and the community alike
• A vision for curriculum, with the opportunity of bringing your own subject passion
• To drive leadership and impact around SEND for the school
• The ability to forge excellence relationships with the parents and wider community
• A desire to work in a collaborative culture as part of a multi academy trust
• An understanding of, and desire to be, a community school leader with a respect for the Christian foundations of the Trust.

Our School and Trust can offer;

• A well-resourced school with a broad curriculum
• Enthusiastic children, with dedicated and committed staff, open to learning and change
• A welcoming community with an excellent range of established local partnerships
• A supportive Trust community that will facilitate a focus on teaching and learning
• Commitment to your professional learning, accompanied by regular coaching or supervision
• A thorough induction programme specifically tailored to your needs and experience.

Please find below our candidate pack and Job Description for more information

We encourage you to arrange a discussion about the role with Sian Lane, School Improvement Leader, by emailing sian.lane@stcmat.org

Applications to: HR@stcmat.org

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful candidates. Candidates are encouraged to read our Safeguarding policy before applying