Headteacher

Education/training/qualifications Qualified Teacher Status. Y App, Doc NPQH (unless previously in post as headteacher before 1/4/04). Y App, Doc Management or leadership training or qualification. Y App Demonstrable commitment to continuing professional and personal development. Y App/ Int, Doc Experience Experience of successful teaching In the Primary Phase. Y App Experience of teaching across schools. Y App Experience of a range of responsibilities covering different aspects of school life which have had demonstrable outcomes for children. Y App Experience of successfully leading and managing whole school change initiatives. Y App/ Int, Ref Experience of raising achievement. Y App/ Int, Ref Experience of monitoring and evaluating teaching and learning. Y App/ Int, Ref Experience of developing relationships with the wider community. Y App Experience of managing budgets successfully. Y App, Ref, Int. Knowledge Understanding of the environment within which the school operates – at national and local level. Y Int Knowledge of relevant statutory requirements relating to schools. Y Int Sound up to date knowledge of developments in education, teaching and learning and best practice. Y Int Understanding of how high quality performance management for all staff is linked to the school improvement Y Int Up to date knowledge of safeguarding requirements and the ability to put this into practice. Y Int, Ref Understanding of equal opportunities and able to put this into practice. Y Int, Ref Knowledge of the principles of financial management in schools. Y Int Basic knowledge of health and safety and employment law. Y App/Int Competencies To think strategically and develop a vision for the school. Y Int To think creatively and imaginatively to identify opportunities. Y Int To set, monitor and evaluate targets. Y App, Int To think analytically, making informed use of inspection, benchmarking and research findings. Y Int/Ex To investigate problems, evaluate options, identify solutions, make and implement plans and monitor outcomes. Y App/Int, Ref To use resources cost-effectively. Y Int/Ex To work effectively within policies and procedures. Y Int, Ref To make sound decisions, often under pressure and to tight deadlines. Y Int/Ex, Ref High standard of written communication skills. Y App, Ex To use numerical and financial data confidently. Y Ex To communicate sensitively, clearly and persuasively with people at all levels. Y Int, Ex, Ref To manage and motivate individuals and teams to achieve high standards of perfor mance. Y Ex, Ref Head Teacher Person Specification 21 Essential Desirable Assessed by Competencies continued To manage conflict effectively. Y Int, Ref To develop and maintain collaborative relationships with a wide range of agencies and individuals. Y App/ Int, Ref If required: To undertake the responsibilities of a class teacher. Y Ex, Ref Personal attributes To command credibility and respect from all members of the school community. Y Int, Ex, Ref Commitment to valuing cultural diversity Y Int Emotional resilience. Y Int, Ref Able to adapt to changing circumstances and new ideas. Y App/Int, Ref To be an inspiring role model for staff and pupils. Y Ref Able to achieve challenging professional goals. Y App/ Int, Ref Other requirements Satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure and Barring service check. Y Doc Key App Application Int Interview Ex Exercise or activity Ref References Doc Documentary evidence