Headteacher – Launcelot Primary School & Nursery

About this role

Launcelot Primary School and Nursery is seeking an
inspirational, ambitious and compassionate Headteacher to lead our welcoming
and inclusive school through the next stage of its improvement journey.

We are proud of our strong family ethos, positive
relationships and commitment to ensuring every child is known, valued and
supported to succeed. We are looking for a leader who will build on these
strengths while securing consistently high-quality teaching, an ambitious
curriculum and strong outcomes for all pupils.

The successful candidate will:

• Have
  successful senior leadership experience in a primary school, with a proven
  ability to improve teaching, learning and pupil outcomes.

• Be
  an inspiring and visible leader who develops a clear vision, sets high
  expectations and builds positive relationships with children, staff,
  families and governors.

• Demonstrate
  a strong understanding of curriculum development, assessment and
  evidence-informed teaching, with the ability to lead sustainable school
  improvement.

• Be
  passionate about inclusion, with the expertise to ensure pupils with SEND,
  EAL and other barriers to learning are supported to achieve their full
  potential.

• Develop
  and empower staff through effective professional development,
  collaboration and supportive accountability.

• Have
  the strategic and operational skills to manage resources effectively,
  strengthen safeguarding systems and ensure the school’s long-term
  sustainability.

• Value
  the wider development of children, protecting the enrichment
  opportunities, positive culture and sense of belonging that make Launcelot
  special.

Applicants must hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), a
degree or equivalent qualification, and have a commitment to continued
professional development. An NPQH, or willingness to undertake it, is required.

Above all, we are seeking a leader who combines warmth and
integrity with the determination, expertise and ambition to make a lasting
difference to every child’s education.