HEADTEACHER

The Governing Body of Heckmondwike Grammar School are seeking to appoint a suitably experienced and inspirational Headteacher to lead Heckmondwike Grammar School, a popular and successful co-educational, selective Grammar School, situated in the pleasant town of Heckmondwike in West Yorkshire and within easy reach of both the M1 and M62. Applications are welcomed from experienced Headteachers or ambitious Deputy Headteachers or Assistant Headteachers with the necessary qualities and skills to lead our school in the next, exciting stage of its development. Heckmondwike Grammar School Grammar is a friendly and welcoming school and an exciting place in which to learn (OFSTED 2022). It enjoys a local and national reputation for high standards of achievement. Furthermore, the development of personal skills and the importance of extra-curricular are crucial components of everyday life in the school. We are passionate about using evidence-informed practices in teaching and learning, curriculum, behaviour management and CPD. We regard academic achievement and pastoral support as being of equal importance. We value teachers as experts in their subject and provide them with high levels of trust and autonomy. We are committed to staff well-being and have taken steps to reduce teachers’ workload. We are seeking a Headteacher who will be: - an inspirational leader with outstanding communication skills and an ability to work successfully with all stakeholders; - committed to continuing to raise educational standards whilst ensuring a wide curriculum offer for all students; - able to contribute to and develop the vision and values of the school; and - able to demonstrate a track record of success in their current post. This is an excellent opportunity for a suitably talented and motivated senior leader who is ambitious to lead our popular and highly regarded school. To find out more about the role, please follow the link: https://www.heckgrammar.co.uk/vacancies/ If yo