Headteacher

About the role

A brilliant opportunity has arisen to lead our hardworking team.  We are very proud of our happy and successful school and are looking for a new headteacher who is open to new and creative ideas, and who believes passionately in the potential of every child in our care.  We want someone with a fierce commitment to providing a nurturing and enriching primary school experience for every child. 

You will bring:

• Absolute commitment to delivering an engaging and impactful education for every child
• A passion for inclusivity and raising standards
• Successful primary leadership experience
• An ability to articulate a clear vision and direction for the school.
• Ability to develop outstanding classroom practitioners alongside a commitment to collaborative leadership.
• Knowledge and ambition to ensure that attainment, experience and achievement are maximized for all.
• A pragmatic and positive approach
• An enthusiastic and amiable personality

We can offer:

• a positive and supportive environment
• a dedicated and talented team of staff
• supportive parents and established links with the wider community
• governors who are enthusiastic about helping the school continue to move forward
• hard working and well-behaved children who are passionate about their school
• a school that is committed to safeguarding and promoting the well-being of everyone in our school community

Practical information:

Please view our most recent Ofsted report here and come and visit to learn more about our school.  We will be delighted to meet you, to show you around and to answer any questions that you may have.  Please make an appointment by contacting Sian Treasure, Office Manager on streasure@abelsmith.herts.sch.uk or call 01992 583244.

How to apply:

Please apply online using the link below or download the attachment and send your completed application form to: leadership.recruitment@hfleducation.org CVs will not be considered.

Abel Smith School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment to this post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check as well as other pre-appointment checks, including an online check, as outlined in Keeping Children Safe in Education (September 2023).

To help us meet our high standards and aspirations of a fully diverse and inclusive workplace, we strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply and to join us.