Abercromby Nursery School

Job Title: Headteacher
Employer: Abercromby Nursery School
Job Type: Leadership & Management
Job Phase: Nursery
NOR: 55 (Full-time equivalent)
Grade: Leadership Spine: L6 – L12 (Group 1) (depending on experience and qualifications)
Actual Salary: £55,515 – £64,347
Contract Type: Permanent
Contract Term: Full time
Location: Liverpool
Start Date: January 1st, 2025
Accountable to: Governing Board

About the school

Abercromby Nursey School is a Maintained Nursery School for children aged 2-5, with a caring, passionate and experienced staff team. We put your child at the heart of all we do, providing a truly child-centred education.

We are recognised as a School of Sanctuary because of our welcome and partnership approach with all our families. We believe that this is the way that children will thrive, grow and learn, making the best progress. Additionally, we are proud to be celebrated as an inclusive school (Inclusion Quality Mark accredited, 2024)

Ofsted have rated us as Outstanding in all five categories (March 2023), saying:

“Abercromby Nursery is a wonderfully magical place to be …” and “…Whatever their starting points, children are exceptionally well supported in their learning and play by staff who are experts in understanding the needs of young children.”

Abercromby Nursery School has a SEND resource-base provision. Each class has access to a bespoke environment which is used to support children with complex needs.

 About the role

The Governors of Abercromby Nursery School are looking to appoint a Headteacher who;

• Is passionate about the wholistic development of all young children aged 2 – 5 years,
• Understands child development and pedagogy; being able to successfully transfer this knowledge into action
• Has had experience of effective leadership and management skills; enabling all team members to flourish and grow in their roles supporting young children in their learning journey
• Is resilient and enthusiastic in being part of an outstanding team of; highly skilled and committed staff members, delightful children, supportive parents and supportive and committed governors.

Please see the Job Description for more details.

 Personal Qualities

• Ability to have a flexible working approach is essential.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and prioritise workload.
• Ability to work on own initiative as well as part of a team.
• Demonstrate a commitment to inclusivity for all vulnerable children; including those with SEND.

Please see the Person Specification for more details.

 How to apply

Please either contact the below email address for all the relevant documentation, including the Application form, Job Description, Person Specification and Equal Opportunities form, which will need to be completed and returned to the school.

Email: abercromby-ao@abercromby.liverpool.sch.uk

Or follow this link: https://abercrombynurseryschool.co.uk/about-us/head-teacher-vacancy/

Post/ Person: Abercromby Nursery School, Falkner Street, Liverpool, L8 7QA

Closing date: 12:00 pm Friday 11^th October, 2024

Shortlisting date:  Monday 14^th October, 2024

Interview date: Monday 21^st October, 2024

Visits to school are welcomed. To arrange an appointment please contact the school office on 0151 709 5114

 Safeguarding statement

Our school is committed to safeguarding children and promoting children’s welfare. We expect all staff, governors, volunteers and visitors to share this commitment and maintain a vigilant and safe environment. It is our willingness to work in a safe manner and challenge inappropriate behaviour that underpins this commitment

Appointment to this role will be subject to all the appropriate and successful employment checks; including Enhanced DBS check and references.