Luton Infant & Nursery School Alexandra Road Chatham ME4 5NP Tel: 01634 843019
Luton Infant & Nursery School Head Teacher Recruitment Pack Contents: Our Aims 2 About Luton Infant & Nursery School 3 Job advert 4 Job description 5-8 Person specification 9-10 Contact us: Luton Infant & Nursery School Alexandra Road, Chatham, ME4 5NP Telephone: 01634 843019 Email: office@lutoninf.medway.sch.uk 1
Luton Infant & Nursery School Our Aims are To provide a happy, secure and stimulating learning environment. To encourage children to have active and enquiring minds, to be able to question and reason and to be capable of independent thought and action. To provide a broad and balanced curriculum which recognises children s prior learning and develops their skills and knowledge. To provide equality of opportunity for all, enabling each child to progress and flourish and to feel a valued member of the school community. To educate our children to take responsibility for their own behaviour and its effect on others. To be a happy, friendly and welcoming school which fosters a sense of mutual respect amongst all members of our community. 2
Luton Infant & Nursery School Number on roll: 280 Luton Infant and Nursery School offers an education that enables the unique talents in every child. Our inspirational and experienced teaching team provide an environment that nurtures a love of learning, enquiry, creativity, teamwork, unity and service. Most pupils make strong progress from their very low starting points and the culture of high expectations for all is the norm. We support children to evaluate and reflect on their own learning, enabling them to develop the skills for continuous self improvement. We are situated in Luton, on the outskirts of Chatham in the Medway Towns. Luton Infants shares a site with the neighbouring Junior school. The two schools aim to ensure continuity and progression of provision. The school is easily accessible by bus and the M2 motorway. There are currently 54 staff at Luton Infants. This figure includes 10 full-time and 3 part-time teaching staff and numerous support staff. All the teaching staff have responsibility for leading a curriculum area. We are an inclusive school and our intake is very diverse and reflects the multicultural nature of the Medway Towns. About 50% of our children receive pupil premium funding and currently about 40% of the children are on the SEN register. 40% speak English as an additional language and there are nearly 30 languages spoken through the school community. We are a three form entry school and we also run part time Nursery provision (am and pm). We have strong and stable staffing, including a Senior Leadership Team of Acting Head Teacher, two Assistant Head Teachers and two middle leaders. Our established middle leaders lead year groups, our SEN work, develop initiatives and take a leading role in planning the curriculum. Currently PPA is delivered by our very experienced teaching assistants who regularly work in the classes. We are committed to investment in IT resources and all classrooms have interactive whiteboards and access to a school set of learnpads in addition to other ICT hardware. We have a playground, outdoor learning areas for Early Years and an area for Forest Schools work. We work at building strong relationships with our parents/carers and they are very much welcomed as part of our school community. 3
Job Advert: Head Teacher Luton Infant & Nursery School, Alexandra Road, Chatham, Kent ME4 5AP Start Date: January 2017 Salary: Group 3, L18 - L24, 59,264-67,963 Following the retirement of our successful and well respected Head Teacher, the Governors of Luton Infant and Nursery School are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, passionate Head Teacher who is committed to leading our team and inspire us to continue to improve and raise pupil achievement. Luton Infant and Nursery School is a multi-cultural school with a high proportion of SEND pupils. 50% of pupils are entitled to pupil premium funding and mobility is extremely high. Our recent Ofsted inspection judgements in May 2016 secured a Good for Early Years and Behaviour and Safety but Requires Improvement overall. With this in mind, the Governing Body are looking to recruit an experienced Head Teacher who can demonstrate an extensive track record in driving forward and securing whole school improvement in order to prepare us for our next Ofsted inspection. Our new Head Teacher will: Demonstrate an extensive track record in securing whole school improvement Lead a newly appointed Senior Leadership Team Demonstrate the drive, experience and creativity to build on our current high standards of teaching, through continuous school improvement Be a positive role model, with the ability to motivate pupils and staff alike, inspiring all to reach their full potential Continue the well-established strong relationships with pupils, staff, parents, governors and the local community Continue to make learning a happy experience for every child Demonstrate extensive experience of working with pupils with SEND, EAL and disadvantaged pupils Value every child and strive to ensure that both pupils and staff have high aspirations for achievement. We can offer you: Committed and enthusiastic staff dedicated to bringing out the full potential of each pupil. Pupils who are happy, valued and well-motivated. A supportive Governing Body and parents. 4
We look forward to welcoming you to our school. To arrange an informal visit, please contact our office manager, Carol Yates on 01634 843019 or e-mail office@lutoninf.medway.sch.uk. Luton Infant & Nursery School is committed to recruiting with care and safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and other employment checks. Closing date: Wednesday 23 November 2016 Interviews: Thursday 1 and Friday 2 December 2016 5
Luton Infant & Nursery School Job Description Head Teacher Statement of Purpose: To provide professional and strategic leadership for the school, which secures its continuing success, ensuring high quality education and pastoral care for all its pupils and improved standards of learning and achievement. Key Responsibilities: Shaping the future Create a shared vision and ambitious strategic plan which inspires and motivates pupils, staff, governors and all members of the school community Work with the school community to translate the vision into agreed objectives and plans based on whole school priorities that are in turn based on robust self-evaluation Demonstrate the school s vision and values in everyday work and practice Motivate and work with others to create a shared culture and positive climate Ensure creativity, innovation and the use of appropriate new technologies to achieve excellence Ensure that strategic planning takes account of the diversity, values and experience of the school and community at large Leading Learning & Teaching Ensure a consistent and continuous school-wide focus on pupils achievement, using data and benchmarks to monitor progress in every child s learning Ensure that learning is at the centre of strategic planning and resource management Establish creative, responsive and effective approaches to learning and teaching Provide opportunities for children to experience a diverse range of experiences which enhance appreciation of the arts, sport and outdoor education Ensure a culture and ethos of challenge and support where all pupils can achieve success and become engaged in their own learning. Ensure that inclusion is promoted for all learners. Demonstrate and articulate high expectations and sets stretching targets for the whole school community Implement strategies which secure high standards of behaviour and attendance 6
Determine, organise and implement a diverse, flexible curriculum and implement an effective assessment framework Take a strategic role in the development of new and emerging technologies to enhance and extend the learning experience of pupils Monitor, evaluate and review classroom practice and promote improvement strategies Challenge underperformance at all levels and ensures effective corrective action and follow-up Developing Self and Working with Others Treat people fairly, equitably and with dignity and respect to create and maintain a positive school culture Build a collaborative learning culture within the school and actively engages with other schools to build effective learning communities Develop and maintains effective strategies and procedures for staff induction, professional development and performance review Ensure effective planning, allocation, support and evaluation of work undertaken by teams and individuals Ensure clear delegation of tasks and devolution of responsibilities Acknowledge the responsibilities and celebrate the achievements of individuals and teams Develop and maintain a culture of high expectations for self and for others and take appropriate action when performance is unsatisfactory Regularly review own practice, set personal targets and take responsibility for own personal development Manage own workload and that of others to allow an appropriate work/life balance Managing the Organisation Create an organisational structure which reflects Luton Infant & Nursery School values, and enables the management systems, structures and processes to work effectively in line with legal requirements and which effectively integrates the school and the Community Produce and implement clear, evidence-based improvement plans and policies for the development of the school and its facilities Ensure that, within an autonomous culture, policies and practices take account of national and local circumstances, policies and initiatives Manage the school s financial and human resources effectively and efficiently to achieve the school s educational goals and priorities and best values 7
Recruit, retain and deploy staff appropriately and manage their workload to achieve the vision and goals of the school Implement successful performance management processes with all staff Manage and organise the school environment efficiently and effectively to ensure that it meets the needs of the curriculum and health and safety regulations Maintain a rigorous approach to health and safety of the pupils, staff, parents and carers and visitors. Ensure that the range, quality and use of all available resources is monitored, evaluated and reviewed to improve the quality of education for all pupils and provide value for money Use and integrate a range of technologies effectively and efficiently to manage the school Securing Accountability Fulfil commitments arising from contractual accountability to the Governing Body Develop a school ethos which enables everyone to work collaboratively, share knowledge and understanding, celebrate success and accept responsibility for outcomes Ensure individual staff accountabilities are clearly defined, understood and agreed and are subject to rigorous review and evaluation Work with the Governing Body (providing information, objective advice and support) to enable it to meet its responsibilities Develop and present a coherent, understandable and accurate account of the school s performance to a range of audiences including Governors, parents and carers Ensure that statutory requirements for reporting to parents/carers through the Annual Report and Annual Review of statements of Special Educational needs are met Reflect on personal contribution to school achievements and takes account of feedback from others. Ensure that professional services and partnership arrangements are clearly defined, agreed and are delivered appropriately within Luton Infant & Nursery School. Safeguarding Responsible for promoting the welfare of all children and young people Create a rigorous organisational culture which is vigilant to, monitors and prioritises the safeguarding of children and young people above all considerations Co-operate and works with relevant agencies to protect children 8
Strengthening Community Build on a school culture and curriculum which takes account of the richness and diversity of the school s communities Promote strategies for challenging perceptions of disability, racial and other prejudice Ensure learning experiences for pupils are linked into and integrated with the wider community Ensure a range of community-based learning experiences are available to all pupils Collaborate with other agencies in providing for the academic, spiritual, moral, social, emotional and cultural well-being of pupils and their families Create and maintain an effective partnership with parents and carers to support and improve pupils achievement and personal development Seek opportunities to invite parents and carers, community figures, businesses or other organisations into the school to enhance and enrich the school and its value to the wider community Engages with other schools to build learning networks and set performance benchmarks Contribute to the development of the education system by, for example, sharing effective practice, working in partnership with other schools and promoting innovative initiatives NOTE: The content of this job description may be amended at any time following discussions between the Governing Body and the Head Teacher, and will be reviewed on an annual basis. 9
Luton Infant & Nursery School Person Specification Head Teacher The ideal candidate will be able to show how they meet the following: 1- Qualifications & Experience QTS Successfully completed or part way through NPQH or equivalent qualification (e.g. MA Education) Successful recent leadership experience as head teacher Substantial and varied teaching experience across the 3-7 range 2- Knowledge & Skills An up-to-date understanding of national policy, curriculum developments and the statutory and legal framework within which a school operates, including the new OFSTED framework Knowledge of what constitutes good and outstanding teaching Knowledge of how to improve the quality of teaching and learning and be able to demonstrate the delivery in school Understanding of tools for the interpretation, analysis and use of data to inform school improvement Sound knowledge of EYFS and the National Curriculum and their assessment for pupils. 3- Shaping the future Is able to create a shared vision which translates to inspirational strategic planning and positive change Is able to motivate and work with others to create a shared culture and positive climate Values the views of stakeholders and can communicate effectively with all stakeholders Is able to work with governors in setting and monitoring priorities 4- Leading teaching and learning Can promote a successful learning culture for all in the school, and model this as the lead learner Has experience of monitoring and developing teaching within a school, using data and benchmarks to monitor progress in every child s learning Has a clear philosophy on how the curriculum can meet children s needs Is able to secure high standards of behaviour and attendance Demonstrates a commitment to continuing professional development for all 10
5- Developing self and working with others Is able to manage oneself, including setting personal targets, effective time management and team working Is reflective and able to give and receive constructive criticism Is able to manage, inspire, encourage and empower staff Is able to foster an open, fair, equitable culture and manage conflict Is able to challenge and support as required to raise standards 6- Managing the organization Has a commitment to developing and sustaining a safe, secure, happy and healthy school environment Is able to manage the school site efficiently and effectively on a day to day basis Is able to manage the financial and human resources effectively and efficiently to achieve the school s educational goals and priorities 7- Securing accountability Has a commitment to the use of outcomes from regular self-review in order to develop the school Is committed to individual, team and whole-school accountability for pupil learning outcomes Is committed to the school working effectively and efficiently towards academic achievement and the moral, emotional, social and cultural development of all pupils within the school s ethos Is able to work with the governing body to enable it to meet its responsibilities (by providing information, objective advice and support) 8- Safeguarding Is committed to ensure the welfare of all children Is able to develop and implement policies to monitor the safeguarding of children 9- Strengthening the community Has a commitment to partnership with parents and the community to raise standards by supporting the learning of children Is able to work effectively with the Head of the Junior School to ensure a shared ethos and vision which creates a positive school community and smooth transition Has a commitment to collaboration and networking with other schools and partner agencies to improve outcomes Is able to listen to, reflect and act on community feedback 11