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The applicant will be required to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people and be faithful to the trust deed.
Note: Candidates failing to meet any of the essential criteria will automatically be excluded
[A] Faith Commitment
Essential Desirable Source
Full and active member of a church in membership of Churches
E
Together in England .
( This requires evidence of current church involvement and a clear indication of the applicant's beliefs in relation to a Church school).
To be able to demonstrate their knowledge and understanding of the following in the
AIR context of a Church school.
Essential Desirable Source
The development of the Christian character of St Anne’s school, it’s pupils and staff
Leading school worship
Ways of developing religious education and worship
E
E
D
AIR
AIR
AIR
Ways of leading the spiritual development of the school
E
D AIR
AIR A commitment to strategic thinking and planning that builds, communicates and carries forward a coherent and shared vision for the Christian ethos of the school.
How relationships should be fostered and developed between the school, local Church and its community and Diocese of Blackburn
[B] Qualifications
Qualified Teacher status
Degree or equivalent
E
Essential
E
E
Desirable
AIR
Source
A
A
[C] Professional Development
Evidence of recent and appropriate professional development for the role of Headteacher
Has successfully undertaken the Secretary of State's (NCSL, CWDC or local authority) approved "safer recruitment" training or has a commitment to do so within 12 months of taking up the post .
Has successfully undertaken appropriate Child Protection training and
Designated Senior Person training
Essential
E
E
Desirable
D
Source
AIR
AI
AI

[D] School leadership and management experience
Essential
Recent successful leadership as a Deputy Headteacher or Assistant E
Headteacher
Active and effective leadership of a team/key stage/curriculum area E
Desirable Source
AIR
AIR
To have taken an active involvement in school self evaluation and development planning
E AIR
To have implemented and developed a whole school initiative
D AIR
An awareness of the financial management of a primary school.
E AIR
To have had a key involvement in reviewing and developing the curriculum
D
To have had responsibility for policy development and implementation
D AIR
E AIR
To have had experience of and ability to contribute to staff development across the primary range. (E.g. coaching, mentoring,
INSET for staff).
[E] Experience and knowledge of teaching
To have taught in at least 2 Key Stages within the primary phase
Significant teaching experience within the primary phase
Essential
E
E
E
Desirable Source
AIR
AIR
AIR
To have a current knowledge and understanding of all 3 Key Stages in the primary phase.
To be able to effectively use data, assessment and target setting to raise standards/address weaknesses
E AIR
E AIR
To be able to exemplify how the needs of all pupils have been met through high quality teaching.
[F] Professional Attributes
Demonstrate an awareness and empathy for the needs of the pupils at St Anne’s School and how these could be met.
Essential
E
Desirable Source
AI
E AIR
Able to demonstrate a clear rationale for behaviour management and a proven track record of the effective implementation of a range of behaviour management strategies.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills (which will be assessed at all stages of the process).
E AIR
To be a leader of learning demonstrating, promoting and encouraging outstanding classroom practice.
E AIR
A competent user of new technology
D AIR
Show a good commitment to sustained attendance at work
E AIR

[G] Professional Skills
(Based on the National Standards for Headship 2004)
Whilst the Headteacher is expected to meet all the National Standards of Headship in relation to this appointment candidates are particularly required to demonstrate their knowledge and understanding of the following in the context of a Church school:
Shaping the Future

Strategic thinking and planning that builds, communicates and carries forward a coherent and shared vision

Current educational trends and issues, including national policies, priorities and legislation.
Leading Learning and Teaching

The principles and practice of effective learning and teaching E

Monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of learning and E teaching, including its outcomes in terms of standards and achievement and personal development and well- being.
Developing Self and working with Others

The significance of interpersonal relationships and strategies for promoting individual and team development

The importance of partnership working and accepting
E
E appropriate support from others, including colleagues, governors and the Local Authority
Managing the Organisation

Principles, strategies and practice of school improvement and self evaluation

Managing the school efficiently and effectively on a day-to-
E
E day basis

Knowledge of and commitment to the safeguarding agenda E
Securing Accountability

Commitments arising from contractual accountability to the
Governing Body

Individual, team and whole school accountability for pupil learning outcomes
Strengthening the Community

Embracing the richness and diversity of the school’s communities, and the human and physical resources within them

Building and sustaining effective relationships with parents, carers, other schools and partners and the broader community that enhance the education of all pupils
Essential
E
E
E
E
E
E
Desirable Source
AIR
AIR
AIR
AIR
AIR
AIR
AIR
AIR
AIR
AIR
AIR
AIR
AIR

[H] Personal Qualities
Continue to promote St Anne’s strong educational philosophy and values
Inspire, challenge, motivate and empower teams and individuals to achieve high goals
Be a positive role model, a highly effective and respected representative of St Anne’s School.
Develop a strong and visible presence in all areas of school
Be approachable and person centred.
Essential
E
E
Demonstrate personal enthusiasm and commitment to leadership aimed at making a positive difference to children and young people
Manage and resolve conflict
Prioritise, plan and organise themselves and others
Think analytically and creatively and demonstrate initiative in solving problems
Demonstrate resilience and optimism and a sense of humour
E
E
E
E
E
E
[I] Confidential References.
Positive and supportive faith reference from the priest/minister where the
Desirable
D
D
Source
AIR
AIR
AIR
AIR
AIR
AIR
AIR
AIR
AIR
AIR
E applicant regularly worships .
Candidates who do not use their Parish priest/minister must give an explanation in the letter of application
E
E Positive recommendation from all referees, including current employer
[J] Application Form and Supporting Statement
The form must be fully completed and legible. The supporting statement should be clear, concise and related to the specific post. It should be no longer than 3 sides A4 pages in font size 12.