We are looking to appoint a motivated and successful leader to be the next Headteacher of our school. Woodchurch is a welcoming, nurturing, and inclusive school that is committed to the local community and where everyone feels a sense of belonging. We are excited for the school’s future, and very much looking forward to joining Chester Diocesan Academies Trust in the autumn term.
Our new Headteacher will have the highest ambitions for our children. They will be an outstanding leader and a great communicator, have real leadership skills and a clear vision for excellent Christian education. They will appreciate the benefits of working with a supportive team of staff, governors and parents. They will be committed to the safeguarding and wellbeing of children, staff and the wider school community. As Headteacher, they will also enjoy working closely with other schools within the local area and the academy trust, learning from and sharing best practice.
Woodchurch is a one form entry Church of England primary school situated in the Woodchurch estate within an area of Birkenhead. Holy Cross Church is neighbour to the school and the relationship between the church, school and community is strong. Mobility is low and families are very committed to the school, with several generations attending. FSM is 35% and the community engages well with the school pastoral support.
Our pupils benefit from leafy school grounds, comprising an astro pitch, forest wildlife area, trim trail, garden and outdoor access for several classrooms. The building is spacious with several meeting rooms and space for specific teaching opportunities. As a school, we have worked hard with the Local Authority and Chester Diocese to make necessary improvements. We are excited by the progress we have made so far and are looking forward to welcoming a Headteacher who can continue to build upon this work to achieve excellent outcomes for our pupils, families and staff.
There will be the opportunity for potential candidates to arrange to visit the school during September. Amanda Donelan has been working closely with Woodchurch and will meet with candidates to provide further information and a show round; please email Emma Furlong (CDAT Administrator): office@cdat.co.uk to arrange. We are a small school, with a big heart and bundles of potential – do come for a visit!
Application forms and further details can be obtained from office@cdat.co.uk, or can be downloaded from https://www.cdat.co.uk/vacancies.html. Candidates should apply by completing the CDAT application form and returning it by email (to office@cdat.co.uk) so that it arrives by 5pm on Thursday 19th September. We ask that your statement in support of your application is kept to two sides of A4 paper.
The trust is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All post holders in regulated activity are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and a satisfactory “Disclosure and Barring Service Enhanced check”. As part of the shortlisting process, online searches will be carried out on shortlisted candidates in accordance with the requirements of Keeping Children Safe in Education.
Salary: £66,628 - £81,070 (Group 2 Range: L15-L21 plus 2 recruitment points – so effective range L17-L23)
We anticipate a starting point of L19 (£73,509)
Contracted Hours: Full Time
Preferred start date: 1st January 2025
Closing date for applications: 5pm on Thursday 19th September
Shortlisting will take place on Friday 20th September 2024, and shortlisted candidates will be contacted as soon as possible after the shortlisting meeting.
Interview dates: 26th September (school-based activities) and 27th September (formal interview).
More details https://www.cdat.co.uk/vacancies.html