The following is an advert for the post of full time Head teacher where the ability to communicate through the medium of Welsh and English is essential.
Aberporth Primary School is a seaside village serving the surrounding area of Ceredigion. Welsh is the main language of the school. At present are 186 pupils on roll between the ages of 4 and 11, organised into seven classes and Canolfan y Don, a special unit for pupils with profound learning needs. The school was inspected by Estyn in March 2020, and the five inspection areas were judged as good.
We want to appoint a dedicated and enthusiastic individual with excellent management and leadership skills to lead and build on the success and reputation of our happy and caring school. You will provide leadership to the school to maintain success and ensure high quality education for all pupils and continue to raise standards of achievement.
We are keen to ensure that the school continues to thrive and take advantage of future opportunities. We want to appoint an experienced individual with excellent leadership and management qualities who will:
The successful candidate will have:
The successful candidate will have some teaching commitment.
Candidates applying for their first permanent Headship post must hold a NPQH (National Professional Qualification for Headship) qualification.
Person Specification
For an informal discussion about this post, please contact Aberporth Primary School Support Advisor, Mrs Mary Davies, on 07805667959 or by e-mail to Mary.Davies@ceredigion.gov.uk
Closing date: Wednesday, 1st June, 2022
Interview date: Monday, 20th June, 2022 (applicants will be asked to make themselves available on this date)
Note: We reserve the right to amend the application closing date.
Safeguarding and child protection are key priorities for us. We aim to support vulnerable children and young people to ensure they are as safe as they can possibly be. We and our educational establishments acknowledge that children and young people have a right to protection and will take action to safeguard their welfare. Each member of staff and volunteer is expected to share this commitment, and we will require an Enhanced Check by the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), formerly CRB.