Head Teacher Fernvale Primary School Leicestershire

Our next date for those who wish to visit Fernvale is on Tuesday 15th September 9.30am.

Please phone the school on 0116 241 7622 to book this visit.

Education/training/qualifications Qualified Teacher Status. Y App, Doc NPQH (unless previously in post as headteacher before 1/4/04). Y App, Doc Management or leadership training or qualification. Y App Demonstrable commitment to continuing professional and personal development. Y App/ Int, Doc Experience Experience of successful teaching In the Primary Phase. Y App Experience of teaching across schools. Y App Experience of a range of responsibilities covering different aspects of school life which have had demonstrable outcomes for children. Y App Experience of successfully leading and managing whole school change initiatives. Y App/ Int, Ref Experience of raising achievement. Y App/ Int, Ref Experience of monitoring and evaluating teaching and learning. Y App/ Int, Ref Experience of developing relationships with the wider community. Y App Experience of managing budgets successfully. Y App, Ref, Int. Knowledge Understanding of the environment within which the school operates – at national and local level. Y Int Knowledge of relevant statutory requirements relating to schools. Y Int Sound up to date knowledge of developments in education, teaching and learning and best practice. Y Int Understanding of how high quality performance management for all staff is linked to the school improvement Y Int Up to date knowledge of safeguarding requirements and the ability to put this into practice. Y Int, Ref Understanding of equal opportunities and able to put this into practice. Y Int, Ref Knowledge of the principles of financial management in schools. Y Int Basic knowledge of health and safety and employment law. Y App/Int Competencies To think strategically and develop a vision for the school. Y Int To think creatively and imaginatively to identify opportunities. Y Int To set, monitor and evaluate targets. Y App, Int To think analytically, making informed use of inspection, benchmarking and research findings. Y Int/Ex To investigate problems, evaluate options, identify solutions, make and implement plans and monitor outcomes. Y App/Int, Ref To use resources cost-effectively. Y Int/Ex To work effectively within policies and procedures. Y Int, Ref To make sound decisions, often under pressure and to tight deadlines. Y Int/Ex, Ref High standard of written communication skills. Y App, Ex To use numerical and financial data confidently. Y Ex To communicate sensitively, clearly and persuasively with people at all levels. Y Int, Ex, Ref To manage and motivate individuals and teams to achieve high standards of perfor mance. Y Ex, Ref Head Teacher Person Specification 21 Essential Desirable Assessed by Competencies continued To manage conflict effectively. Y Int, Ref To develop and maintain collaborative relationships with a wide range of agencies and individuals. Y App/ Int, Ref If required: To undertake the responsibilities of a class teacher. Y Ex, Ref Personal attributes To command credibility and respect from all members of the school community. Y Int, Ex, Ref Commitment to valuing cultural diversity Y Int Emotional resilience. Y Int, Ref Able to adapt to changing circumstances and new ideas. Y App/Int, Ref To be an inspiring role model for staff and pupils. Y Ref Able to achieve challenging professional goals. Y App/ Int, Ref Other requirements Satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure and Barring service check. Y Doc Key App Application Int Interview Ex Exercise or activity Ref References Doc Documentary evidence