Director of Primary

We are seeking an exceptional and experienced leader with a strong track record of improving outcomes across primary schools. The successful candidate will bring:

Leadership and School Improvement

• Successful headship and/or senior leadership experience, ideally across more than one primary setting
• Proven experience of leading and delivering sustained school improvement
• Experience of supporting school leaders to improve teaching, learning and outcomes
• Ability to develop and implement effective school improvement strategies at scale

Curriculum, Teaching and Standards

• Strong understanding of high-quality curriculum design, implementation and assessment
• Experience of improving teaching through coaching, professional dialogue and CPD
• Secure knowledge of data analysis and its use to drive pupil achievement
• Commitment to high expectations and inclusion for all pupils, including disadvantaged and SEND learners

System Leadership and Collaboration

• Experience of working across multiple schools or within a Trust, building effective partnerships
• Ability to influence, challenge and support leaders with credibility and professionalism
• Skilled in building collaborative networks and fostering a culture of shared responsibility

Knowledge and Professional Expertise

• Up-to-date knowledge of national education policy, including Ofsted, DfE and SIAMS frameworks
• Understanding of safeguarding requirements and commitment to maintaining a strong safeguarding culture
• Experience of working within Church school or values-led contexts (desirable)

Personal Qualities and Skills

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage a wide range of stakeholders
• Highly organised, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deliver to deadlines
• Integrity, discretion and professionalism in all aspects of the role
• A commitment to collaboration, continuous professional development and the Trust’s values

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