Headteacher

Job Title: Headteacher

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Location: Isleworth
Salary : Leadership Group 8
Job Type : Full Time, Permanent
Start Date : September 2024
Apply By: 13 May 2024
Job Overview:
Are you ready to lead with passion and purpose? Bolder Academy is seeking a dynamic and visionary individual to take on the role of Headteacher. As the driving force behind our educational community, you'll have the opportunity to shape the future of our school and make a lasting impact on the lives of our students. If you're a proven leader with a commitment to excellence, innovation, and inclusivity, we want to hear from you. Join us in creating a learning environment where every student can thrive and succeed.
The Headteacher's effective leadership will result in an academy where:
There is a positive ethos that reflects the Academy's commitment to high achievement, effective teaching and learning; good relationships and to upholding our values of Being Kind, Being Strong and Being Brave
Staff, governors and parents/carers have confidence in the leadership and management of the Academy
Staff and governors recognise their accountability for their tasks and contribute fully to the
development and successful implementation of policies and practices
The life of the Academy and the curriculum effectively promote students' spiritual, moral, social and cultural development and prepare them for adult life
Effectiveness is kept under rigorous review, and links with the wider community contribute to
students' attainment and personal development
Efficient and effective use is made of staff, accommodation and resources
Delegated responsibilities to ensuring that finance and administration are effective and the
carefully costed development plan is focused on improving educational outcomes
Parents and Carers' who:
Enjoy an effective partnership with the Academy which contributes to their child's learning
Understand and support the work of the Academy
Are kept fully informed about their child's achievements and progress
Skills and Attributes:
Leadership skills - the ability to lead and manage people to work towards common goals.
The Headteacher should be able to use appropriate leadership styles in different situations to:
Create a secure commitment to a clear vision for an effective school
Initiate and manage change and improvement in pursuit of strategic objectives
Prioritise, plan and organise
Direct and coordinate the work of others
Build, support and work with high-performing teams
Work as part of a team
Devolve responsibilities, delegate tasks and monitor practice to see that they are being carried out
Motivate and inspire pupils, staff, parents/carers, governors and the wider community
Set standards and provide a role model for pupils and staff
Seek advice and support when necessary
Deal sensitively with people and resolve conflicts
The Headteacher should have the professional competence and expertise to:
Command credibility through the discharge of his or her functions and to influence others
Provide professional direction to the work of others
Make informed use of inspection and research findings
Apply good practice from other sectors and organisations
Decision making skills: the ability to investigate, solve problems and make decisions.
The Headteacher should :
Make decisions based upon analysis, interpretation and understanding of relevant data and
information
Think creatively and imaginatively to anticipate and solve problems and identify opportunities
Demonstrate good judgment
Communication skills: the ability to make points clearly and understand the views of others.
The Headteacher should:
Communicate effectively orally and in writing to a range of audiences
Negotiate and consult effectively
Manage good communication systems
Chair meetings effectively
Develop, maintain and use an effective network of contacts
Self-management skills: the ability to plan time effectively and to organise oneself well.
The Headteacher should:
Prioritise and manage time effectively
Work under pressure and to deadlines
Achieve challenging professional goals
Take responsibility for own professional development
Attributes:
Personal impact and presence
Adaptability to change circumstances and to new ideas
Energy, vigour and perseverance
Dedication, hard work and commitment
Intellectual ability
Reliability and integrity
Resilience
Sense of humour
Please note that we do not offer sponsorship so we cannot accept applications from candidates who do not have the right to work in the UK.
Please click on the APPLY button where you will be emailed a copy of the application form to complete and return via email.
Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Education Lead, Teacher, Principle, Head Teacher, Principle Teacher, Headmaster, Headmistress, Senior Teacher, may also be considered for this role.

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