Headteacher

Start date  September 2024

Are you ready for an exciting new opportunity? The governors of The Bishop Harvey Goodwin School are eagerly searching for a Headteacher to join our wonderful team. With a strong Christian ethos, this school offers a warm and welcoming environment where you can make a   real difference to the   lives of pupils, staff and the community.

This vacancy has become available as our highly valued and respected Head Teacher is moving on after an incredible 26 years with the school, 14 of which were spent in the role of Head. Now, it's time for you to step into their shoes and continue building on the school's success while bringing your fresh perspective and innovative ideas.

We believe in inclusivity, aspiration, and love for all individuals within our diverse community underpinned by strong Christian values and vision. At The Bishop Harvey Goodwin School, we respect every member, from the youngest to the oldest, and highly value strong leadership, creative problem-solving, and occasionally taking well-planned risks when necessary.

To help you understand the scope and range of opportunities this role offers, we have put together a comprehensive information pack, available on our school's website. It provides a taste of what awaits you at our school and we hope you find it inspiring enough to consider applying for this position.

In the pack, you will also find a detailed job description and person specification, offering deeper insights into the responsibilities and expectations of the role. We invite you to visit the school and engage with our pupils, staff, and community during the application process. 

We are seeking a Head Teacher who is:
•    Understanding of the unique context of working in a Christian school.
•    An outstanding teacher who LOVES learning. 
•    Happy to ask for help.
•    A good listener 
•    Outward facing – valuing the opportunities of learning from others.
•    Able to manage the budget effectively while still raising standards.
•    A forward-thinking and creative mindset for the future.
•    Has excellent communication skills and is able to effectively engage with a variety of audiences and styles.
•    Able to relate constructively to others and inspire confidence, commitment, and respect.
•    Has strong prioritisation, planning, and organisational skills.
•    Able to support the effective implementation of a positive behaviour curriculum enabling all children to flourish and thrive.

In return, we can offer you:
•    Enthusiastic, friendly children who are keen to learn and be successful.
•    A learning environment which allows children, staff and leaders to thrive and progress.
•    A committed, motivated and dedicated staff team. 
•    A supportive and effective Governing Board committed to your induction and continuing well-being.
•    An engaged and compassionate church community and supportive parents
•    A wonderful setting with opportunities for outdoor learning.

Excited by this opportunity? We can't wait to receive your application! 

Visits to the school by potential candidates are warmly welcomed. Please arrange with the school office (telephone 01228 590794 or email recruitment@bishopharveygoodwin.cumbria.sch.uk)
 
Applications received by: 1st March (by 12 noon)

Completed applications (using Cumberland teaching application form found on Cumberland website), along with a personal statement of no more than 2 sides A4 (font size 12), should be e-mailed to recruitment@bishopharveygoodwin.cumbria.sch.uk 
        
Only applications on correct Local Authority forms will be shortlisted.  

Shortlisting will take place on 4th March.  Only successful candidates will be contacted.
    
Interviews will take place 21st / 22nd March (2-day process).

The Bishop Harvey Goodwin VA School Primary School is committed to the safeguarding of its pupils and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be appointed on the completion of an enhanced DBS check and receipt of professional references.

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2023 an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

If you have any questions or require further information, please don't hesitate to contact us. We're here to help!