Headteacher Job Start Date: 1st September 2025 Salary: Leadership scale points 15 – 21, £70293 - £81441 per annum Age Range: 2 years – 9 years; EYFS to Year 4 plus Nursery Number on roll: 338 children This could be the Headship you have been waiting for We are a two-form entry First School with the most fabulous Nursery taking children from aged 2 years. With a Connected Curriculum being embedded, a staff team focused on Quality First Teaching, an NCETM Maths Lead as Deputy Head and a PFI managed building – this is a wonderful school to lead and a fantastic opportunity for someone who wants to make a difference. Our school is nestled in the heart of a wonderful village with an incredibly supportive parent community. The PTA are established and our community counts. Children talk about our school being ‘respectful and kind’. They say that “everyone is welcome here” and they know that we respect each other and our community, work hard and enjoy friendships. In assembly during the week this advert went live, children said they go to ‘the school of kindness’ With a year of change behind us – phonics, implementing the CUSP curriculum and other schemes such as The Story Project for PHSE, we are ready for our new Headteacher to lead us into the future. We are looking for a Head, who believes that a successful school can dance between strategic, rigorous leadership and nurturing humanity, wellness and workload, so that every member of our school community flourishes. You will be fully supported by the Deputy Head, pastoral lead, teaching and support staff, office team and the full governing body. Following the retirement of the previous head, we have been led by an Interim Head for the past year, and they will not be applying for the permanent role. They are fully supportive of this new Headship opportunity and will welcome you warmly to the school community. The Governors of our vibrant caring school are excited to invite applications for the position of Head for September 2025. We are seeking an exceptional teacher and leader who will inspire our school community and uphold our mission to help every individual: We seek a strong, inspiring, and innovative leader who: Is a strong classroom practitioner and has a passion for teaching and learning. Has a clear vision and strong commitment to school improvement and excellence Inspires and empowers children, staff, parents, and governors to work together toward shared success. Strives to maintain and elevate the school’s high standards in both education and behaviour. Is dedicated to their own professional growth and keeps informed about current educational research. Possesses a proven track record of raising attainment and standards; fostering the development of the whole child. Will promote inclusion and diversity Is an excellent communicator with strong leadership and management skills, able to nurture and develop staff in a collaborative, professional environment. Is hard-working, very well-organised, and deeply motivated to make a difference. We can offer: Happy, confident children who are eager to learn and a joy to teach. A supportive Governing Body dedicated to both school improvement and staff wellbeing. A commitment to your ongoing professional development and success. Strong community links with our village and with our local schools. A talented, motivated and supportive staff with high expectations and a unified purpose If you are ready to lead with passion and vision, to inspire our students and staff, and to be part of a supportive and thriving community, we would love to hear from you We encourage applicants to visit our school; we enjoy sharing what makes Crown Meadow a special place. To book a visit or to request an application pack, please contact: Anita Heath on 0121 445 4540 or aheathcrownmeadow.worcs.sch.uk Visits to our school are warmly welcomed and tours of the school will be held on: Tuesday 4th March at 9.00am Thursday 6th March at 9.00am Monday 10th March at 1.00pm Thursday 13th March at 4.00pm Wednesday 19th March at 1.00pm. Shortlisting will take place on Tuesday 1st April. Interviews will take place on Monday 7th and Tuesday 8th April. Meet and greet with staff and Governors at the end of day 1 interview, Monday 7th April. All applicants will be required to provide two suitable references. References will be requested prior to the interview process. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children; therefore, the post is subject to medical clearance and an enhanced DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. Which means that when applying for certain jobs and activities certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected’, so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide. All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK. Please note: Worcestershire County Council does not currently offer sponsorship for candidates without the Right to Work in the UK. Effective from September 2022, KCSIE states as part of the shortlisting process schools and colleges should consider carrying out on-line searches, as part of the due diligence on shortlisted candidates. This is to determine suitability to work with children and keep them safe. All shortlisted candidates are now subject to an on-line check and if there is anything concerning, then the shortlisted candidate will be asked to comment on it either prior to or at interview. N.B., We reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the advertised date should we receive a large number of applications. Online application forms will only be accepted for this vacancy, online facilities for jobs are available at public libraries within Worcestershire County Council. If you have a disability and require assistance in making an application, please contact the HR Resourcing Team via Worcestershire County Council.