Head of School
Monks Orchard Primary School is seeking to appoint an excellent Head of School, with the vision and commitment necessary to lead and shape the next stage of our school’s development. We are an inclusive 1-form entry primary school serving the diverse community of Shirley, in Croydon, South East London. We are a member of Fairchildes Academy Community Trust (FACT), a small trust with an emphasis on achievement, inclusion, and creativity. Rated as good in our most recent OFSTED, we are looking for an inspirational leader to guide our dedicated staff and to motivate our wonderful children. Our new Head of School will be:
Passionate about ensuring our children are able to fulfil their potential in all areas; Able to demonstrate a proven track record of successful leadership and management; Strategic in their thinking and collaborative in their working approach; Committed to our inclusive ethos, putting the safety and wellbeing of the children and the school community at the forefront of all they do; Articulate in communicating with a range of audiences, and active in developing further the established partnerships between school, home, and the wider community; Involved in and passionate about all aspects of school life; Committed to high standards of teaching and learning and the professional development of all staff. As Head of School we can offer you:
A welcoming school committed to continuing improvement; A dedicated, skilled, and supportive staff team; Happy and enthusiastic children who enjoy learning; A fantastic opportunity to be part of a highly supportive and collaborative trust environment, working in partnership with other schools; The opportunity to make a difference and bring lasting change to our school; Access to NPQs and high-quality leadership development. Visits from candidates interested in this role are warmly welcomed; we would be delighted to show you around our school prior to your application. Please e-mail our CEO, Jo Hussey at
jh@factrust.org
to arrange a tour or discuss the role, school, or Trust before applying. For an application form, please e-mail –
recruitment@factrust.org We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and references will be taken up before interview. If you believe this job is for you, we would welcome hearing from you. Salary:
L16-L20 (starting salary negotiable and dependent on experience); Responsible to:
Chief Executive Officer; Closing Date:
28 February 2025; Interviews:
Week commencing 24 March 2025.
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Monks Orchard Primary School is seeking to appoint an excellent Head of School, with the vision and commitment necessary to lead and shape the next stage of our school’s development. We are an inclusive 1-form entry primary school serving the diverse community of Shirley, in Croydon, South East London. We are a member of Fairchildes Academy Community Trust (FACT), a small trust with an emphasis on achievement, inclusion, and creativity. Rated as good in our most recent OFSTED, we are looking for an inspirational leader to guide our dedicated staff and to motivate our wonderful children. Our new Head of School will be:
Passionate about ensuring our children are able to fulfil their potential in all areas; Able to demonstrate a proven track record of successful leadership and management; Strategic in their thinking and collaborative in their working approach; Committed to our inclusive ethos, putting the safety and wellbeing of the children and the school community at the forefront of all they do; Articulate in communicating with a range of audiences, and active in developing further the established partnerships between school, home, and the wider community; Involved in and passionate about all aspects of school life; Committed to high standards of teaching and learning and the professional development of all staff. As Head of School we can offer you:
A welcoming school committed to continuing improvement; A dedicated, skilled, and supportive staff team; Happy and enthusiastic children who enjoy learning; A fantastic opportunity to be part of a highly supportive and collaborative trust environment, working in partnership with other schools; The opportunity to make a difference and bring lasting change to our school; Access to NPQs and high-quality leadership development. Visits from candidates interested in this role are warmly welcomed; we would be delighted to show you around our school prior to your application. Please e-mail our CEO, Jo Hussey at
jh@factrust.org
to arrange a tour or discuss the role, school, or Trust before applying. For an application form, please e-mail –
recruitment@factrust.org We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and references will be taken up before interview. If you believe this job is for you, we would welcome hearing from you. Salary:
L16-L20 (starting salary negotiable and dependent on experience); Responsible to:
Chief Executive Officer; Closing Date:
28 February 2025; Interviews:
Week commencing 24 March 2025.
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