Headteacher

Minimum of degree level qualification or equivalent

Qualified Teacher Status

NPQH

Advanced (Level 3) safeguarding training

Relevant post graduate management qualification or equivalent

A proven track record of senior level strategic leadership

and management in a similar setting

Knowledge of the wider educational developments and policy

A comprehensive understanding of curriculum development,

pedagogy, innovation and delivery to a high standard

Awareness of regulatory and inspection frameworks

Secure knowledge of DfE publications and guidance which

regulate safer working practices and approaches to vulnerable children and

young people.

Effective management of student behaviour in order to drive

aspirations and success

Effective management of people to maximise their performance

Experience of working with a range of early years providers

to ensure an effective transition into primary education

Experience of working with and reporting to a Board or

Governing Body

Experience of managing budgets combined with a proven track

record of maintaining robust financial management systems

Experience of developing successful partnerships with a wide

range of external stakeholders including local authorities, employers,

businesses, educational institutions, professional organisations and government

agencies

Ability to establish a positive ethos with a focus on high

achievement for all

Clear knowledge and understanding of an excellent EYFS and

primary curriculum

Strategic vision and the ability to articulate and implement

the strategy

Excellent written and verbal communication skills,

includingthe ability to carry out effective negotiation and difficult

professional communication

Empathy with the needs and aspirations of all pupils

An excellent communicator, able to take the lead in

promoting the school and BEP to the wider community and larger audiences

A passionate commitment to the raising of standards of

achievement, particularly for the most disadvantaged pupils

High standards of personal and professional integrity

A personal commitment to the principles of equality and

diversity

A willingness to contribute to system leadership and to

support the development and improvement of other schools within and outside of

BEP

A sense of humour and the ability to bounce back when things

don’t work out as hoped for

Appreciation of work life balance

Willingness to ask for help and support if necessary