Barton Clough Primary - Headteacher
School Leadership Teaching

BARTON CLOUGH PRIMARY SCHOOL
Audley Avenue
Stretford
Manchester
M32 9TG
Telephone: 0161 748 7539
Facsimile: 0161 755 3863
Email: bartonclough.admin@trafford.gov.uk

HEADTEACHER - Required from October 2017 or sooner if possible
Salary Grade: ISR L15 - L21 (£55,048 - £63,779)
NOR 230 (including Nursery)
This is a permanent post

Barton Clough Primary School is a Trafford primary school undergoing a period of transformational change following a recent inspection (Dec 2016: Special Measures).
The school will become part of the Dunham Trust with effect from January 2018 (date to be confirmed). The Trust are working with the Local Authority to support the school during the interim period with a highly motivated and dedicated Interim Executive Board (IEB).
This is a very exciting time for the school and a wonderful opportunity for the right school leader.

We are looking for a strong, dynamic and inspirational leader who:
• Is passionate about making a positive difference to children’s lives
• Is an excellent communicator and active listener who works with integrity for the benefit of all within the school community
• Has vision, motivation and dedication to take on the challenge of leading the school during this adventurous and transformational time, and beyond
• Has a proven track record in school improvement coupled with the drive and ambition to move the school forward
• Has a clear strategic direction and sense of purpose
• Will challenge and empower staff and pupils to be the best they can be
• Will develop and sustain a learning culture for all across our school
• Will foster children’s enjoyment of learning whilst ensuring high levels of achievement
• Will recognise and respecting the character, personality, dignity and value of every pupil
• Recognises the value of working collaboratively with other parents and carers, schools and practitioners to enhance practice and outcomes

We can offer:
• Enthusiastic pupils who are eager to learn, make good progress and achieve a high level of attainment
• Strong support from the Interim Executive Board, the Dunham Trust, Trafford Local Authority and the local community

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged and can be arranged by contacting the school office on 0161 748 7539.

Information packs, including the National standards of excellence for headteachers document and application forms can be obtained from, and completed applications returned to, karen.samples@trafford.gov.uk

You can view further information and download an application pack at www.greater.jobs .

Applicants should write no more than three pages of A4 in Arial 11pt.

For further information about the school please visit the school website at www.bartonclough.com

Further information about what Trafford has to offer can be found on www.trafford.gov.uk

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and operates a strict safeguarding policy, with procedures being rigorously and consistently applied.

Closing date - Monday 10 July 2017 at 12 Noon
Shortlisting date - Monday 10 July 2017
Interview date - Friday 14 July 2017

Application Form.doc
Job Description/Person Specification.docx
Candidate Letter.doc




Location
Barton Clough Primary
Vacancy Description
 
BARTON CLOUGH PRIMARY SCHOOL
Audley Avenue
Stretford
Manchester
M32 9TG
Telephone: 0161 748 7539
Facsimile: 0161 755 3863
Email: bartonclough.admin@trafford.gov.uk

HEADTEACHER - Required from October 2017 or sooner if possible
Salary Grade: ISR L15 - L21 (£55,048 - £63,779)
NOR 230 (including Nursery)
This is a permanent post

Barton Clough Primary School is a Trafford primary school undergoing a period of transformational change following a recent inspection (Dec 2016: Special Measures).
The school will become part of the Dunham Trust with effect from January 2018 (date to be confirmed). The Trust are working with the Local Authority to support the school during the interim period with a highly motivated and dedicated Interim Executive Board (IEB).
This is a very exciting time for the school and a wonderful opportunity for the right school leader.

We are looking for a strong, dynamic and inspirational leader who:
• Is passionate about making a positive difference to children’s lives
• Is an excellent communicator and active listener who works with integrity for the benefit of all within the school community
• Has vision, motivation and dedication to take on the challenge of leading the school during this adventurous and transformational time, and beyond
• Has a proven track record in school improvement coupled with the drive and ambition to move the school forward
• Has a clear strategic direction and sense of purpose
• Will challenge and empower staff and pupils to be the best they can be
• Will develop and sustain a learning culture for all across our school
• Will foster children’s enjoyment of learning whilst ensuring high levels of achievement
• Will recognise and respecting the character, personality, dignity and value of every pupil
• Recognises the value of working collaboratively with other parents and carers, schools and practitioners to enhance practice and outcomes

We can offer:
• Enthusiastic pupils who are eager to learn, make good progress and achieve a high level of attainment
• Strong support from the Interim Executive Board, the Dunham Trust, Trafford Local Authority and the local community

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged and can be arranged by contacting the school office on 0161 748 7539.

Information packs, including the National standards of excellence for headteachers document and application forms can be obtained from, and completed applications returned to, karen.samples@trafford.gov.uk

You can view further information and download an application pack at www.greater.jobs .

Applicants should write no more than three pages of A4 in Arial 11pt.

For further information about the school please visit the school website at www.bartonclough.com

Further information about what Trafford has to offer can be found on www.trafford.gov.uk

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and operates a strict safeguarding policy, with procedures being rigorously and consistently applied.

Closing date - Monday 10 July 2017 at 12 Noon
Shortlisting date - Monday 10 July 2017
Interview date - Friday 14 July 2017

Application Form.doc
Job Description/Person Specification.docx
Candidate Letter.doc