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GRANBY PRIMARY SCHOOL
HEADTEACHER RECRUITMENT
      WINTER 2018

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GRANBY PRIMARY SCHOOL HEADTEACHER RECRUITMENT WINTER 2018
LETTER FROM THE CHAIR OF GOVERNORS, GLENYS MULVANY

                                       On behalf of the Board of Governors, I would like to thank
                                       you for your interest in the post of Headteacher at Granby
                                       Primary School. The successful candidate will join our team
                                       in the Autumn term of 2019.

                                       After over 20 years’ outstanding service to the school and
                                       our community, as well as to the wider educational
                                       establishment, our current Headteacher is retiring.
                                       Governors are looking to appoint a new Headteacher who
                                       will build on Granby’s existing strengths and successes.
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                                       Glenys Mulvany                                                      2
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GRANBY PRIMARY SCHOOL HEADTEACHER RECRUITMENT WINTER 2018
CITY OF LEICESTER

With a population of more than 300,000, Leicester is the largest city in the east Midlands and the tenth
largest in the country. Its importance was first recognised by the Romans and later by the Danes, who
used it as a strategic stronghold to control the Midlands.

Since then, it has developed into a major commercial and manufacturing centre, known better for the
                                                   diversity of its trade than for its dependence on a
                                                   single industry.

                                                      It is also a historic meeting place. For centuries,
                                                      people of different races and cultures have
                                                      gathered in Leicester, creating a rich and unique
                                                      heritage. This diversity continues today and
                                                      continues to enrich city life.

Leicester is also famous for its Golden Mile - a
true Indian bazaar, with a dazzling array of shops
and restaurants bringing alive a genuine flavour
of the sub-continent.

Leicester’s Town Hall was the first civic building
to be built in the Queen Anne style, made of red
brick and housing a large clock tower. Leicester
is more recently known of course for the king in the car park: Richard III, whose final resting place was
uncovered just a few years ago.

Sporting success has also made Leicester famous and school is located very close to Leicestershire
County Cricket Club, Leicester Tigers Rugby Club and Leicester City Football Club. The Football Club
has enjoyed a modern fairytale in winning the Premier League in 2015-16; and a recent tragedy in the
death of club owner Vichai Srivaddhanaprabha and 4 others. This has impacted profoundly on our
community and Granby children sent their own book of condolence to the Club.

                                                                         (Credits: Leicester City Council)

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ABOUT AYLESTONE

The historic village of Aylestone was mentioned in the Domesday Book of 1086, named in Anglo-Saxon
as ‘Aegel’s Tun’ or Aegel’s settlement. Its ancient and medieval history can still be seen in many streets
and architectural features. Aylestone Hall and Gardens (known to our children as the ‘flower park'),
                                                dates from 1339 and Charles I is thought to have
                                                sheltered here during the siege of Leicester in 1645.

                                              The local St Andrews church, with whom we have a close
                                              relationship, is 800 years old and has much historical
                                              interest. It also has a Parish chest with three locks; the
                                              chest could only be opened if all three key holders were
                                              present.

                                              We are very
                                              lucky to have a
magnificent natural resource on our doorstep, which we
make the most of all through school: Aylestone Meadows.
Here the children enjoy Forest School, make visits to study
both the River Soar and Grand Union Canal, use for sporting
and cycling events, and take inspiration for art, literature and
creativity. The Meadows also follows the disused Great
Central Railway - once one of the most important lines in the
country. The nature reserve is a Site of Special Scientific Interest, and a haven for wildlife. A herd of
traditional Leicestershire rare breed Longhorn cattle can often be found grazing the rich grass fields
near the medieval Packhorse Bridge, which dates from the 15th century.

                                            Our school houses air raid shelters underneath the
                                            playground, and this was the inspiration for a community
                                            project, which involved our children and older members of
                                            the community telling and recording their air raid shelter
                                            stories. Check out www.airraidshelterstories.co.uk for
                                            more information. We are also lucky to have a
                                            considerable archive of school materials, including the
                                            Head Master’s log book and the ‘Punishment Book’
                                            recording the reasons for and amount of corporal
                                            punishment inflicted - something we certainly don’t do at
                                            Granby these days!

Many older residents still refer to the village centre, Aylestone crossroads, as ‘The terminus’ because
this was where the tramline used to end; and many of our families live in Old Aylestone, which is still
known as ‘the village’. This is why we describe Granby as “a village school in the heart of the City.”

                                          (Credits: St Andrew’s Church; Grand Union Canal; Pinterest)

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SCHOOL INFORMATION

                 Age range                   3 – 11 years

                 Number on roll              500 girls & boys 2 form entry

                 Location                    Aylestone, Leicester

                 Ofsted rating               GOOD

                 FSM                         14%

                 PP                          22%

                 SEND                        26%

                 EAL                         13%

                 Number of first languages   31

                 Average class size          30

                 Attendance ’17-‘18          95.5%

                 GLD                         64%

                 Phonics Year 1              82%

                 Year 2 RWM                  51%

                 Year 6 RWM                  55%

Our most recent Ofsted inspection was in October
2017. We were judged as continuing to be a GOOD
school, and particular mention was made of the
work we do to support pupils’ emotional health
and well-being, positive relationships between
parents and school, excellent standards of
behaviour and the action we take to provide
additional support to pupils who need to make
further progress.

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GRANBY PRIMARY SCHOOL HEADTEACHER RECRUITMENT WINTER 2018
ETHOS, VISION & VALUES

During 2015-2016, we consulted with pupils, parents, staff and
governors to clearly express our vision, aims, values, culture and ethos.

These are the definitions we used:

Vision - a plan for the future with imagination and wisdom

Aims - the purpose, intention or desired outcome

Values - the principles or standards of the organisation

Culture - the ideas, customs and behaviour of the organisation

Ethos - the characteristic spirit of the organisation, as manifested in its
attitudes and aspirations

OUR VISION FOR GRANBY

Our vision for the future is:

G       Generous                  - A community which is generous with their time, resources,
                                  attitude and spirit.

R       Responsible               - We take responsibility for ourselves, our own behaviour, one
                                  another, our school, our community and our planet.

A       Active Learners           - We are active learners from cradle to grave, taking a
                                  positive and ‘can-do’ approach to learning.

N       Nurturing everyone        - We take care of one another and provide an environment in
                                  which everyone can grow.

B       Brave enough to try       - We understand that sometimes things are difficult but we
                                  support everyone to be brave enough to try!

Y       You can!                  - There are no limits to the aspirations our children have for
                                  themselves; our families have for their children; we all have
                                  for one another.

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AIMS:

At Granby Primary School, we aim to:

• Support the development of every child intellectually,
  physically, emotionally, socially, morally, spiritually and
  culturally

• Offer a creative curriculum which addresses children’s
  specific learning needs

• Provide a safe and caring environment, nurturing
  children individually and as part of the whole school and
  wider community

• Promote good manners and positive behaviour through
  teaching and by example

OUR VALUES

Our values have been drawn from the ideas put forward through the consultation process:

* Confidence * Co-operation * Enjoyment * Friendship * Fairness * Truth * Respect * Resilience*

CULTURE

Granby Primary School promotes a growth mindset culture, based on the work of teacher and
psychologist, Carol Dweck. She says:

“Growth mindset is where pupils understand that their talents and abilities can be developed through
effort, good teaching and persistence… They believe everyone can get smarter if they work at it.”

(Standford University’s Carol Dweck on the Growth Mindset and Education.
OneDublin.org)

This is summarised in our vision as our belief that… You Can!

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GRANBY PRIMARY SCHOOL HEADTEACHER RECRUITMENT WINTER 2018
ETHOS

Our school is characterised by our attitudes and aspirations. Granby is a school where we:

• Instill a love of learning

• Believe in embracing the whole community

• Strive for continual improvement

• Offer children and families a range of experiences

• Work together collaboratively

• Take care of one another’s well-being

• Encourage everyone to have a say

• Aspire to great things for everyone

• Offer all children the Granby Guarantee

THE GRANBY GUARANTEE

At Granby Primary School, the children will benefit from a full educational programme in accordance
with the National Curriculum. The children will:

• Benefit from a broad spiritual, moral, social, emotional and cultural education

• Be expected to display a high standard of behaviour at all times, in accordance with the school’s
  Care & Management of Children policy

• Have the opportunity to participate as active members of the community, both locally and globally

• Be encouraged to participate in a democratic contribution to the management and development of
  the school through the School Council

• Have opportunities to participate in charitable concerns

• Benefit from a wide variety of physical education activities and participation in sports. Granby
  currently competes in football, netball, cross country, athletics, tri-golf, cricket and more.

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• Have swimming lessons in the appropriate year group, with the aim that every child can swim 25m
  by the time they leave us

• Have the opportunity to receive peripatetic music lessons in key stage 2

• Perform annually in school productions and class assemblies

• Attend education visits and excursions

• Have the opportunity to experience residential education, in year 4 for 2 nights, and in year 6 for 4
  nights

We work hard to ensure that Granby is a successful school offering an excellent range of opportunities
to our children. Come and see!

EXTENDED SERVICES AT GRANBY

We have a 40 place before and after school club which is
charged at £2 and £5 respectively. This is led and staffed by
experienced TAs and is well loved by parents and children alike.
The team also offers a one-week holiday play scheme in the
summer holidays.

Our 39 place nursery for children aged 3 and 4 offers universal
hours (15 per week); and for those who qualify, 30 hours per
week free childcare. Families who don’t qualify for additional
free hours can purchase extended nursery sessions. A 3 hour session is charged at £12. Children bring
their own packed lunches and are charged £2 per child per day as a contribution towards the cost of
staffing the 45 minute lunch break.

We also provide a range of Extended Learning Opportunities which take place straight after school
until 4:30 pm Mondays to Thursdays. These clubs have a limited number of places and may be offered
to limited age ranges or year groups. They differ each term and examples include: circus skills, cricket,
choir, street dance, football, arts and crafts, gymnastics, gardening club and many more! Our choir
recently performed at the Royal Albert Hall – an experience of a life time for us all!

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CURRENT STAFF TEAM

Classroom Teachers – 16 (14 FTE)                         Cleaning staff – 4 (Part time)

HLTAs – 4                                                Office Team – 3

Lunch time supervisors – 10                              Premises & IT - 2

TAs – 28 (Various hours)

SAFEGUARDING

We have a team of 4 Designated Safeguarding Leads (DSLs) who manage the safeguarding workload
and work in partnership with other agencies to keep children safe. Our induction for all new staff and
volunteers includes an introduction to our policies and procedures. Staff and governors access whole
school safeguarding training at least every two years; and our parent-reader and PTA volunteers are
offered a group training session on safeguarding every term.

Our Ofsted Inspection highlighted a strong culture of ensuring that pupils are safe and well-cared for,
and one parent praised the information they receive about the school’s approach to anti-bullying.
Pupils said that bullying is very rare, but they knew what to do if it happened and were confident that
an adult would deal with it successfully. All children know that they can talk to staff about any
problems they may be experiencing.

EQUALITY

At Granby Primary School, we welcome our duties under the Equality Act 2014 to show due regard to
the need to eliminate discrimination, harassment and victimisation; advance equality of opportunity
between those people who share protected characteristics and those who do not; and foster good
relations between different people whilst promoting community cohesion.

SOCIAL MEDIA

                                    Find us on Facebook - Granby Primary School

Follow us on Twitter- @granbyprimary

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WHAT WE REALLY, REALLY WANT

We asked our pupils what the new head teacher should be like. This is what they thought….

                                       Clever

                                                          Reliable

                                                          Bossy when
                                                           they need
                                                             to be

                                                Not shy

                              Brave                                                         12
Seven Principles of Public Life: The Nolan Committee

The post holder is expected to be bound by the Nolan principles

1. Selflessness

Holders of public office should act solely in terms of the public interest.

2. Integrity

Holders of public office must avoid placing themselves under any obligation to people or
organisations that might try inappropriately to influence them in their work. They should not
act or take decisions in order to gain financial or other material benefits for themselves, their
family, or their friends. They must declare and resolve any interests and relationships.

3. Objectivity

Holders of public office must act and take decisions impartially, fairly and on merit, using the
best evidence and without discrimination or bias.

4. Accountability

Holders of public office are accountable to the public for their decisions and actions and must
submit themselves to the scrutiny necessary to ensure this.

5. Openness

Holders of public office should act and take decisions in an open and transparent manner.
Information should not be withheld from the public unless there are clear and lawful reasons
for so doing.

6. Honesty

Holders of public office should be truthful.

7. Leadership
Holders of public office should exhibit these principles in their own behaviour. They should
actively promote and robustly support the principles and be willing to challenge poor
behaviour wherever it occurs.

Confidentiality

We are mindful that we are placed in a position of trust by our children, parents, staff and
stakeholders; and so there is an expectation that a professional approach will be used in all
matters of confidentiality. Sharing information unnecessarily is an erosion of trust.

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THE APPLICATION TIMETABLE:

  Advertisement published                             Friday 30th November 2018

  Visits to school welcomed to mutual                 Monday 3rd December 2018 onwards
  convenience
  Closing date for applications                       Friday 11th January 2019 at 12.00 noon

  Shortlisting w/b                                    Monday 14th January 2019
  Interviews - candidates may be told if they         Monday 28th & Tuesday 29th January 2019
  are unsuccessful at the end of day one

    Appointment subject to references and safeguarding checks. Please refer to our policy,
                            which can be found on our website.

THE APPLICATION PROCESS:

The post will be advertised on e-teach and TES online. Applicants are invited to visit the school before
submitting an application.

Applications should be made on the form provided, which must be accompanied by a letter in support
of your application, no longer than 2 sides of A4.

Shortlisted candidates will be advised by telephone; written information regarding the interview
process will subsequently be provided. References will be taken up at this stage.

Candidates attending for interview will be required for the whole day on Monday 28th January 2019;
candidates who are successful at the end of day one will be invited to return on day two, Tuesday 29th
January 2019. Granby’s Full Governing Board will meet on the second evening to hear the
recommendation from the recruitment panel. Candidates will be advised of the outcome either on
the day or as soon as possible afterwards.

CONTACT US:

If you have any questions, or you would like to arrange an informal visit to the school, please contact
Sue Foreman, Office Manager:

       by email on vacancies@granby.leicester.sch.uk

       by phone on 0116 229 8160

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JOB DESCRIPTION

Job title: Headteacher

Salary range: Group 3 £60,153 - £69,673 (Previously spine points 18-24)

There is potential for an exceptional Headteacher to progress beyond this range once in post.

Reports to: Governing Board

Strategic Purpose

The postholder has responsibility for the day-to-day leadership and management of the
school and to assist and advise in relation to the development of strategies and policies. In
particular, the role will need to support and advise in relation to the development and
maintenance of robust academic and pastoral policies in order to achieve the highest
standards of education. That will include the implementation of appropriately demanding
and measurable targets and objectives for staff to ensure there is continued development
and improvement.

Core Responsibilities

   To provide overall strategic leadership and, with others, lead, develop and support the
    strategic direction, vision, values and priorities of the school

   To develop, implement and evaluate the school’s policies, practices and procedures and
    ensure the effectiveness of those systems

   To lead and manage teaching and learning throughout the school, including ensuring,
    save in exceptional circumstances, that a teacher is assigned in the school timetable to
    every class

   Where appropriate, to teach designated classes in accordance with the requirements of
    the Teachers’ Standards and the School Teacher’s Pay and Conditions Document as may
    be in force from time to time, including the Leicestershire Amplification

   To promote and ensure the safety and well-being of pupils and staff within the school
    through the use of safe working practices and appropriate procedures

   To ensure good order and discipline amongst pupils and staff through the
    implementation and oversight of appropriate behavioural and disciplinary policies

   To lead, manage and develop the staff, including appraising and managing performance
    and to achieve high standards through the school

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   To develop clear arrangements for linking appraisal to pay progression and advise the
    governing body on pay recommendations for teachers, including on whether a teacher
    at the school who applied to be paid on the upper pay range should be paid on that range

   To organise and deploy resources within the school to ensure the effective running and
    operation of the school

   To promote harmonious working relationships within the school and to maintain good
    relationships with organisations representing teachers and other members of the staff

   To lead and manage staff having proper regard for their well-being and legitimate
    expectations, including the expectation of a healthy balance between work and other
    commitments

   To promote the participation of staff in relevant continuing professional development

   To participate in arrangements for the appraisal and review of own performance and, as
    far as appropriate, that of other teachers and support staff

   To participate in arrangements for own further training and professional development
    and, where appropriate, that of other teachers and support staff including induction

   To consult and communicate with the governing body, staff, pupils, parents and carers

   To collaborate and work with colleagues and other relevant professionals within and
    beyond the school including relevant external agencies and bodies.

   Where appropriate, to delegate tasks and functions to the deputy headteacher, assistant
    headteacher, members of the senior leadership team and to other staff

   To promote the aims, values and ethos of the school and to ensure effective
    communication and relationships with the school and local community, including staff,
    governors, parents, pupils and the local authority

   To attend meetings of the governing body, provide regular reports on school
    developments and activities, and consult with the governing body where appropriate

   To keep up to date with any changes in government policy and wider educational matters
    and to advise the governing body in relation to such changes and to assist in the planning
    and preparation for the impact of any such changes

   To take the lead in the shaping of the school’s future and to ensure that everyone is able
    to contribute effectively to the progress and development of the school

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   To be responsible for all aspects of the running of the school, including financial, human
    resources, pupil behaviour and disciplinary, educational and support services, and
    marketing and communications

   To continually strive to improve standards within the school and to endeavour to work in
    accordance with the National Standards of Excellence for Headteachers

   At all times to act, and to ensure that all staff are acting, in accordance with the applicable
    legislation*, including any orders and regulations made thereunder, any policies and
    procedures that may, from time to time, be set by the Governing Body or the Local
    Authority

* This includes Safeguarding legislation.

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PERSON SPECIFICATION

Criteria Key

Th = Threshold (Candidates without these items will not be shortlisted)

E = Essential                               D = Desirable

 Qualifications      Qualified Teacher Status                                  A, R      Th
 and training
                     Degree (or equivalent)                                    A, R      Th

                     National Professional Qualification for Headship (or be A, R        D
                      working towards it)

                     Demonstrable continuing commitment to professional A, R             E
                      and personal development

 Experience          Experience of teaching within the Primary age range       A, I, T, R E

                     Successful Leadership and Management experience A, I, T, R E
                      across all Primary school phases

                     Demonstrable experience of successful               line A, I, R    E
                      management and staff development

                     Demonstrable experience of monitoring and evaluating A, T, R        E
                      teaching and learning and improvement planning

                     Experience of successfully leading and managing A, I, R             D
                      significant change within a school

                     Engagement with parents and the wider community           A, T      D

                     Experience in managing school budgets                     A, I, T, R D

                     Experience of developing relationships with other
                      leaders/local groups/partnerships outside the school at A, I, R     D
                      a strategic level

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Professional  Understanding of school finances and financial A, I, T, R E
 skills    and management
 knowledge
               Data analysis skills and the ability to use data to set targets A, I, T, R E
               and identify weaknesses

                  Understanding and knowledge of the EYFS curriculum and A, I, T          E
                  assessment

                  Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the A, I, T, R E
                  ability to communicate a vision and inspire others

                  Ability to build effective relationships with children,
                  parents, staff, governors, partner organisations and the A, I, T, R E
                  wider community

                  Highly effective at managing challenging behaviour            A, I, R    E
 Personal         Ability to work under pressure and prioritise effectively     A, I, T, R E
 qualities,
 Philosophy       A commitment to promoting the mission statement, ethos A, I, T, R E
 and              and values of the school
 Commitment
                  Highly committed to putting the children at the centre of all A, I, T, R E
                  decisions

                  Strong belief in the development of the whole child           A, I, T, R E

                  Excellent practice in inclusion         and ensuring high A, I, T, R E
                  expectations for all learners

                  Prioritising the well-being of all staff and children         A, I, T, R E

                  An understanding of the importance of the Nolan Principles A, I, T, R E
                  of Public Life

                  An unshakeable commitment to Safeguarding and Equality        A, I, T, R E

The extent to which an applicant meets the person specification will be assessed through the
following:

A             Application form, documentary evidence and supporting letter
I             Interview
T             Presentation and/or task
R             References

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