Vacancies
Forestdale is a successful and popular two form entry primary school located in a residential area of South Croydon, with superb outside facilities and good transport links nearby. Forestdale has a reputation for high standards and a sense of community.
We have vacancies for an Assistant Head Teacher and an Inclusion Lead/SENDCo.
Assistant Head Teacher
Job role: Assistant Head Teacher
Key Stage: Early Years, Key Stage 1, Key Stage 2
Working Pattern: Full-time
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary Range: Leadership Scale L8 – L12 (£59,826 - £65,629 Outer London Area)
Start Date: February 2024 or sooner
Closing date: 4th December 2023 (12:00 Midday)
Shortlisting: 5th December 2023
Interview dates: 11th December 2023
Visits: Please call the school office to arrange a date and time.
WHAT SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We are looking for an enthusiastic, inspirational Assistant Head Teacher to join our committed team at this highly aspirational school.
You will be:
- An outstanding teacher, who is able to model and inspire excellence throughout the school community and work collaboratively with the Head Teacher and Governing Body, holding successful teaching experience of at least 5 years across the primary phase.
- Experienced in sustaining and improving academic standards and achievement.
- An innovative and strategic thinker with the commitment, drive and ability to add value to a committed leadership team.
- An excellent communicator with outstanding interpersonal skills.
- A dedicated and committed individual who has high expectations of themselves, the staff and the pupils.
- Knowledgeable and up to date with current educational practice, SEND and Safeguarding principles and procedure.
- Able to instigate change which has resulted in improved standards
- Able to inspire, challenge, motivate and empower colleagues and pupils to achieve their potential.
- A dynamic and effective leader, communicator and team builder, with leadership experiences at phase or whole school level, e.g. Assistant Head Teacher, Phase/Key Stage Leader.
WHAT THE SCHOOL CAN OFFER YOU
We were proud to be rated as Good during our recent Ofsted inspection and are striving for recognition where we are outstanding. We have strong values and a clear ethos and are currently outside of an Academy Trust. Our children are diverse, happy, polite and supportive of each other.
Forestdale is a unique place to work. Our school community is strong and we pride ourselves on being a supportive family for all our stakeholders. The school has very good transport and road links to Bromley and Croydon and central London is less than an hour away. We have a strong commitment to the professional development of all of our staff.
ABOUT FORESTDALE PRIMARY SCHOOL
Forestdale Primary School is a maintained two form entry school in the London Borough of Croydon. We draw pupils from many different communities and backgrounds.
Forestdale is a good school and on a successful journey towards outstanding. We have a fabulous learning environment with sound structures and systems and a supportive community.
Our spacious modern building has extensive grounds and we have made the best use of every space to provide a rich learning setting. We have bright classrooms to work in and many other areas to support our cross-curricular approach to learning. Special areas include the ICT suite, two fabulous sports halls, a separate dining hall and dedicated rooms for PPA. We have a large field for outdoor learning and outdoor sports, a pond, an allotment where we grow our own fruits and vegetables, an outdoor classroom/gazebo, two stages and a reading garden.
Our terrific team of teachers and teaching assistants are responsible on a daily basis for the academic progress and pastoral care of the children. Teachers are supported in this work by the Leadership Team, Teaching Assistants, Office Team, Lunchtime Supervisors, our site team and cleaning staff. All teaching staff have responsibilities beyond their own class, which usually involve the whole school in some way e.g. subject responsibilities.
Visits to the school are strongly encouraged, please ring the school office for an appointment on 0208 657 0924.
Application forms and supporting statements should be submitted to Sue Gardner, Business Manager. sgardner@forestdale.croydon.sch.uk
Forestdale is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The school is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
Our safeguarding policy can be found: Forestdale Safeguarding_Policy_2023
In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2023, shortlisted candidates will be required to complete and return a self-disclosure declaration. References will be sought prior to interview.
Successful applicants will be subject to a full Disclosure and Barring Service check before appointment is confirmed. Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory references, employments checks and valid qualifications. Our Privacy Notice for job applicants is available to view on our school website.
Inclusion Lead/SENDCo
Job role: Inclusion Lead/SENDCo
Key Stage: Early Years, Key Stage 1, Key Stage 2
Working Pattern: Full-time (would consider part-time for the right candidate)
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary Range: Leadership Scale L4 – L8 (£54,555 - £59,826 Outer London Area)
Start Date: February 2024 or sooner
Closing date: 4th December 2023 (12:00 Midday)
Shortlisting: 5th December 2023
Interview dates: 8th December 2023
Visits: Please contact the office for visit dates and times
WHAT SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We are looking for an enthusiastic, inspirational Inclusion Lead/SENDCo to join our committed team at this highly aspirational school.
You will be:
- An outstanding teacher, who is able to model and inspire excellence throughout the school community and work collaboratively with the Headteacher and Governing Body, holding successful teaching experience of at least 5 years across the primary phase.
- Experienced in sustaining and improving academic standards and achievement.
- An innovative and strategic thinker with the commitment, drive and ability to add value to a committed leadership team.
- An excellent communicator with outstanding interpersonal skills.
- A dedicated and committed individual who has high expectations of themselves, the staff and the pupils.
- Knowledgeable and up to date with current educational practice, SEND and Safeguarding principles and procedure.
- Able to instigate change which has resulted in improved standards
- Able to inspire, challenge, motivate and empower colleagues and pupils to achieve their potential.
- A dynamic and effective leader, communicator and team builder, with leadership experiences at phase or whole school level, e.g. SENDCo.
WHAT THE SCHOOL CAN OFFER YOU
We were proud to be rated as Good during our recent Ofsted inspection and are striving for recognition where we are outstanding. We have strong values and a clear ethos and are currently outside of an Academy Trust. Our children are diverse, happy, polite and supportive of each other.
Forestdale is a unique place to work. Our school community is strong and we pride ourselves on being a supportive family for all our stakeholders. The school has very good transport and road links to Bromley and Croydon and central London is less than an hour away. We have a strong commitment to the professional development of all of our staff.
ABOUT FORESTDALE PRIMARY SCHOOL
Forestdale Primary School is a maintained two form entry school in the London Borough of Croydon. We draw pupils from many different communities and backgrounds.
Forestdale is a good school and on a successful journey towards outstanding. We have a fabulous learning environment with sound structures and systems and a supportive community.
Our spacious modern building has extensive grounds and we have made the best use of every space to provide a rich learning setting. We have bright classrooms to work in and many other areas to support our cross-curricular approach to learning. Special areas include the ICT suite, two fabulous sports halls, a separate dining hall and dedicated rooms for PPA. We have a large field for outdoor learning and outdoor sports, a pond, an allotment where we grow our own fruits and vegetables, an outdoor classroom/gazebo, two stages and a reading garden.
Our terrific team of teachers and teaching assistants are responsible on a daily basis for the academic progress and pastoral care of the children. Teachers are supported in this work by the Leadership Team, Teaching Assistants, Office Team, Lunchtime Supervisors, our site team and cleaning staff. All teaching staff have responsibilities beyond their own class, which usually involve the whole school in some way e.g. subject responsibilities.
Visits to the school are strongly encouraged, please ring the school office for an appointment on 0208 657 0924.
Application forms and supporting statements should be submitted to Sue Gardner, Business Manager. sgardner@forestdale.croydon.sch.uk
Forestdale is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The school is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
Our safeguarding policy can be found: Forestdale Safeguarding_Policy_2023
In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2023, shortlisted candidates will be required to complete and return a self-disclosure declaration. References will be sought prior to interview.
Forestdale is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be subject to a full Disclosure and Barring Service check before appointment is confirmed. The school is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory references, employments checks and valid qualifications. Please ensure you have read our Privacy Notice.