Barnby North Cove Primary School, Barnby, Beccles, Suffolk NR34 7QB Starting point L6 (£56,316 per annum) Full Time Permanent Reference: 0077 Required from 1 September 2025 Full mobility across the trust. We are seeking an exceptional school leader for the role of Academy Head who is motivated and friendly, with a passion for improving outcomes and life experiences for our pupils at Barnby North Cove Primary School. The school has recently welcomed the opening of a 20-place cognition and leaning unit and this is an excellent opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with a comprehensive package of support including working in partnership with the Trust Central team. We are looking for an experienced school leader to help us continue to develop our curriculum and teaching skills further; ensuring that the momentum of school improvement is maximised. Applications are welcomed from experienced deputy/assistant heads or teaching heads seeking a more strategic role. If you are a forward thinking, highly motivated leader with a passion for school improvement come and visit us to find out how we can make a difference together What we offer: a comprehensive staff induction program full support and training from a wider team a wide range of staff benefits extensive Wellbeing support package the opportunity for career progression within the trust personalised performance management. We are looking for an Academy Head and exemplary school leader who: has a good understanding of progression and expectations in primary education has a good understanding of curriculum development; has a clear vision of effective teaching and learning has high expectations of progress, attainment and behaviour has the commitment and ability to inspire children and their joy of learning; can embrace change and challenge and is committed to collaborative working has excellent interpersonal, management and organisational skills and is able to lead, inspire and develop others has a track record in leadership and management has good understanding of adaptive teaching methods has experience with working closely with external agencies. Qualifications: Qualified Teacher Status. Line manager: Academy Head. Training : A bespoke package of CPD will to be arranged as required. To find out more Please read the Job Description (pdf) and Candidate Pack (pdf) For further information, please call Kathy Lloyd at Barnby North Cove Primary School on 01502 476230 or email: k.lloydconsortiumtrust.org.uk How to apply Please complete the Application Form (docx) Please email your completed application form to: k.lloydconsortiumtrust.org.uk Closing date: 1pm, 20 March 2025. Interview date: 28 March 2025. The Consortium Trust demonstrates and implements safeguarding protocols in all aspects of their working practices and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check, and this will include social media checks.