Crayke Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Assistant Headteacher

Salary: £50,807 per annum
Grade: L4
Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full time
Location: Easingwold

Closing date: 5th December 2024

Crayke Primary School is a Voluntary Controlled Church of England School located just outside the market town of Easingwold, about 12 miles from York. As a smaller than average sized primary school, we pride ourselves on maintaining a warm, welcoming, and supportive environment for our cohort of approximately 100 pupils, aged 4 to 11 years.

Our school is part of the Easingwold cluster of local primary schools, the majority of which are small, rural Church of England settings. We have established strong links with the community, including St Cuthbert's Church in the village of Crayke and we are proud to be part of the Diocese of York.

With our stunning rural location, extensive outdoor grounds, and a recent "Good" Ofsted rating with "Outstanding" Personal Development (June 2024), Crayke CE Primary School offers a vibrant and nurturing community where our children thrive in a safe and stimulating environment.

Assistant Headteacher

We are seeking an exceptional individual to join our dedicated team as our Assistant Headteacher to start Easter 2025 (or sooner if possible). This is an exciting opportunity to take on a rewarding leadership role and make a real difference in the lives of our pupils.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide strategic leadership and support the Headteacher in the overall management and development of the school
Lead on the following areas: Maths, RE, Church Schools, Assessment, EVC and DDSL
Contribute to the school's continuous improvement and the implementation of the school development plan
Promote high standards of teaching and learning and support the professional development of staff
Effectively manage the allocated non-contact time for leadership duties and PPA

Requirements:

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
Significant experience in a senior leadership role within a primary school setting
Strong knowledge and understanding of the primary curriculum and assessment procedures
Commitment to maintaining the highest standards of safeguarding
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with staff, pupils and parents
Commitment to promoting the school's Christian ethos and values

Desirable Qualities:

Experience in leading and managing specific subject areas
Proven track record of driving school improvement and raising standards
Ability to think strategically and implement innovative ideas
Passion for providing a well-rounded education that fosters a love of learning

Why Crayke CE Primary School?

Crayke CE Primary School is a vibrant and nurturing community where our children thrive in a safe and stimulating environment. Our stunning rural location, just 20 minutes from Strensall/Haxby and 2 miles out of Easingwold, offers vast outdoor space for our children to explore and learn. Our most recent Ofsted inspection in June 2024 highlighted our exceptional personal development and we are proud of our amazing children, dedicated staff, wonderful governors and supportive parents. We are committed to providing a well-rounded education that fosters a love of learning and intellectual curiosity.

This is an exciting opportunity to join our dedicated team and make a real difference in the lives of our pupils. If you share our passion for education and are ready to take on a rewarding leadership role, we encourage you to apply.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed - Show round times for potential applicants as listed below but if these are not convenient then please do contact us to arrange an alternative appointment.

Wednesday 20 November 2024 4.30pm - 5.30pm

Monday 25 November 2024 1.30pm - 2.30pm

Wednesday 27 November 2024 4pm - 6pm

To apply, please complete the attached application form and return to Mrs Helen Bacon by 9am on 5 December 2024: Crayke CE Primary School Easingwold Road Crayke York YO61 4TZ T: 01347 821767 E: admin@crayke.n-yorks.sch.uk

For more information please visit the website https://craykeschool.org/

Key documents

Job description.pdf
Person specification.pdf
Application form.docx

Key dates

Closing date: 5th December 2024

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