What skills and experience we're looking for
The Role:
Leading Edge Academies Partnership, together with the Local Academy Committee of Ludgvan school, are seeking to recruit an exceptional, dynamic, and inspiring Headteacher to lead our school in continuing its journey of development. The successful candidate will share our commitment to providing every child with the highest standard of education in a supportive, inclusive, and engaging environment. This is a particularly exciting time for the school, as the Trust prepares to join Truro and Penwith Multi Academy Trust (TPAT). As Headteacher, you will be responsible for providing strong, strategic leadership, ensuring high standards of teaching and learning, and promoting the wellbeing of both staff and pupils. You will work closely with the Trust, the Local Academy Committee, staff and parents to create a positive and enriching school culture, and you will drive the development of the school to meet the needs of the children and community.
The ideal candidate will be:
A passionate, innovative leader with a proven track record in primary education. An excellent communicator with the ability to lead by example and inspire others. Strong organisational skills with a focus on improving outcomes for all pupils. A commitment to nurturing both the personal and academic growth of every child. Able to demonstrate vision, drive, and strategic thinking.
Key responsibilities:
Lead, inspire and motivate a committed staff team to deliver outstanding education. Develop and implement strategies to raise pupil achievement and maintain high standards of teaching and learning. Ensure the emotional, social and academic needs of all children are met in an inclusive environment. Foster strong partnerships with parents, the Local Academy Committee, the Trust and the local community to support pupil development. Oversee the management of school resources, safeguarding and financial planning. Promote a culture of professional development and support for all staff.
What the school offers its staff
We offer:
A supportive and friendly school environment with a committed staff team.
Opportunities for continuous professional development and career growth.
A chance to lead a school at the heart of the community and make a real difference.
An employee assistance programme and other wellbeing initiatives
Commitment to safeguarding
Leading Edge Academies Partnership is an equal opportunities employer and is also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The Trust expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to the satisfactory completion of safer recruitment checks and references including an enhanced DBS check. CVs will not be accepted. Safer recruitment is central to the safeguarding of children. Our recruitment and selection procedures are based on current legislation, guidance, and best practice. We expect applicants to review the Policies and Procedures relating to our safer recruitment practices.