Shawlands Primary School
Headteacher
L15- L21
The Governing Body of Shawlands Primary School is seeking to appoint an inspirational leader with a passion and enthusiasm to lead our school into the future and build on its existing strengths and successes.
Shawlands Primary School is a vibrant and caring school, with a nursery provision, located close to the town centre of Barnsley. The school plays a central role at the heart of the community who are incredibly supportive, and parents/carers hold the school in high regard. Visitors are always impressed by the positive and friendly attitudes of the staff, governors, parents and especially the children.
Children are the heart of our school and its real strength. They are lively, enthusiastic, enjoy coming to school and speak enthusiastically about their learning. They have an excellent attitude to learning and bring to life our school values “We want all our pupils to thrive academically, creatively and socially by providing a broad and balanced curriculum, engaging lessons and stimulating experiences in a safe, welcoming environment’.
Our highly dedicated staff are well supported by a strong dynamic leadership team and a committed and supportive Governing Body. Leaders and governors are united in their commitment to providing a high-quality education. The school has high expectations for all pupils and performs well, with good progress and attainment.
The school has had a recent Ofsted Inspection with the school maintaining its ‘good’ status across all criteria. The inspection report reflected on the high attainment achieved within the school with pupils achieving well in reading, writing and mathematics with results in mathematics having being among the best in the country.
The Governing Body is looking for candidates who have successfully led teams and who have proven experience in securing accountability and leading school improvements, with a track record of delivering excellent outcomes. Candidates will also need to demonstrate they are a strategic, ambitious thinker who is able lead a culture of high expectations and support, where all children can achieve success. The chosen candidate should have an excellent knowledge of the changing expectations within education and will be expected to inspire and demonstrate leadership, in partnership with all stakeholders.
The post will suit an experienced leader, who is able to motivate and inspire staff towards a shared vision, with the objectives of strengthening the school’s future and continuing to improve pupil outcomes.
We are seeking to appoint a school leader who:
• Has demonstrable experience in a leadership role
• Understands the complexities and challenges of leading our school through changes at both local and national level
• Has strong communication skills, with an approachable manner and a commitment to teamwork
• Has the vision and ability to recognise current strengths and to support continuous development
• Has the ambition and skills to maintain and accelerate pupil progress and attainment
• Has a creative and inclusive approach to meet the increasing needs of pupils with SEND
• Has a clear vision of excellence in primary education and is eager to keep abreast of current research so that the curriculum, teaching and learning is meeting the needs of the learners
We can offer:
• A happy and supportive working environment with high expectations and standards
• A hard-working, trusting and supportive team of staff and governors, which have the learning, enjoyment and well-being of our children at the heart of everything that they do
• Enthusiastic and well-behaved children who are eager to learn and who love coming to school
• Unique and committed parents/carers who go above and beyond to support our school
Please note for this post you will be required to undergo an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. Barnsley Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Please do look closely at our school website which will give you further information about school curriculum, assessment and safeguarding and will provide an insight into normal every day like of the school. Home Page - Shawlands Primary School
Supporting Documents
A visit to the school is encouraged and warmly welcomed before the application deadline. Please contact our School Business Manager, Louise Barradell to make suitable arrangements L.Barradell@shawlandsprimaryschool.co.uk
Key dates:
Shortlisting - 24 March 2025
Interviews – 2/3 April 2025
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