Headteacher

Required for a September 2025 start, the Governing Body of Grange C of E Primary School would like to appoint an inspirational, kind and outward looking Headteacher on a full time (permanent) basis.  This is an exciting opportunity to lead our experienced and cohesive staff team, develop, nurture and safeguard a diverse pupil population, and drive the school on a continued improvement journey, cognisant of the strong community and Church links at its heart.

Our School's Christian vision is rooted and grounded in values of love, hope and trust.  We are an inclusive school, and our belief is that everyone is unique, valued, loved and matters to God.  The school's aim is to develop happy pupils with enquiring minds, that demonstrate respect for themselves, others and the world in which we live.  All members of our school community are nurtured and encouraged to develop resilience and skills in order to flourish and enjoy life in all its fullness.  We are at the heart of the South Lakeland town of Grange-over-Sands.  The school is positioned above the town looking towards the bay and has large grounds for the children to enjoy. 

The successful candidate will –
•       Hold Qualified Teacher status and be able to demonstrate successful evidence of continued professional development relating to school leadership and curriculum development
•       Have the ability to actively draw on the diversity in the school community to enhance learning and support the academic, spiritual and cultural development of pupils
•       Inspire, motivate and challenge staff, pupils, and others to carry the school vision forward through effective teamwork
•       Have the ability to inspire confidence, commitment and respect from others through a strong and inclusive leadership style
•       Invest in and further develop our Church school values, embracing the strong relationship the school has with the Church and local community as a whole
•       Harbour a safe and effective environment for pupils and staff through genuinely listening to, and acting on the needs of all
•       Be globally outward looking, embracing and encouraging inclusion and equality for all
•       Nurture and care for pupils from Nursery through to Year 6, developing resilient pupils ready to succeed beyond Primary School

The role will include a weekly teaching commitment, currently this is 0.3 across the school.

Grange C of E Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and wellbeing of its pupils, engages with young people and staff in policy and practice developments and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.  Pre-employment checks will be carried out, references will be sought, and successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and other relevant checks with statutory bodies as well as a workplace health assessment.  Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024 an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

Visits to school are welcome by appointment, please contact Joanne Garnett, Clerk to Governors and School Administrator at clerk@grange.cumbria.sch.uk to arrange.  Application packs can be obtained from the same contact, available from Wednesday 26th February 2025.

The deadline for applications is 12.00 noon on Wednesday 19th March 2025. Shortlisting will conclude on Thursday 27th March.  Interviews will take place on Thursday 24th and Friday 25th April 2025 at Grange C of E Primary School.

Contact Grange C of E Primary School
Telephone – 015395 32392
Email – clerk@grange.cumbria.sch.uk
Website - www.grange.cumbria.sch.uk
Address – Grange C of E Primary School, Fell Drive, Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria, LA11 7JF