Headteacher

Busill Jones Primary School is a welcoming, one-form entry primary school located in the heart of Bloxwich, proudly serving its local community. SHINE Academies are seeking an inspirational and committed Headteacher to lead our school into its next chapter and build on the strong foundations already in place.

The successful candidate will be an experienced and passionate school leader with a clear vision for primary education and a strong commitment to putting children at the heart of everything they do. They will place pupils’ wellbeing, achievement and personal development at the centre of school life, valuing collaboration, community engagement and the importance of strong, positive relationships. They will be able to inspire, support and develop staff at all levels and will demonstrate a genuine commitment to living and promoting the school’s values in their everyday leadership.

This is an exciting time to join a growing, successful multi-academy trust of six schools based in the West Midlands, across three local authorities: Wolverhampton, Walsall and Shropshire. SHINE Academies is committed to improving the outcomes for all children within its care and educating the whole child. The Trust currently comprises of six schools, Northwood Park Primary School in Bushbury, Lodge Farm Primary School in Willenhall, Villiers Primary School in Bilston, Busill Jones Primary School in Bloxwich, Crowmoor Primary School in Shropshire and The Martin Wilson School in Shropshire. All our schools are large and therefore progression opportunities are plentiful.

By joining our Trust, we can offer you:

• Exceptional CPD opportunities
• Talented, enthusiastic and caring pupils
• A nurturing and supportive Executive, Leadership and Middle Management Team
• A large and committed staff who all work to the same ethos
• A committed and supportive Trust Board and Local Governing Body
• Opportunities for personal growth and career development
• Spacious grounds to support the learning and development of pupils
• Free onsite parking
• A wellbeing package including an annual term time wellbeing day and Employee Assistance Programme
• Lifestyle and shopping discounts provided through VIVUP
• Peer to peer support and collaboration
• Access to the teachers pension scheme or local government pension scheme

We encourage candidates to arrange an informal conversation with SHINE Academies Chief Executive Officer, Gemma Draycott. To arrange an informal conversation or a visit to the School, please email gdraycott@shineacademies.co.uk

SHINE Academies is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Therefore, this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.