Job Description
Full
time, permanent
An
inspirational professional is sought to lead The Croft Primary School into our
next chapter after the retirement of a long standing headteacher (August 2026). At The Croft Primary School we
take pride in achieving success through providing a caring and secure
environment where children enjoy their learning and thrive with the
opportunities that are available to them. At The Croft each and every child is special and staff strive to
encourage and nurture them so that they achieve their full potential. We are CREATIVE, COURAGEOUS,
CARING, we are THE CROFT
As
an excellent practitioner and strategic thinker, you will work closely with
senior leaders to continually improve outcomes. You will be a role model for
all and clearly demonstrate the values we hold that ensure that each child
reaches their full potential.
This
opportunity is suitable for someone who is inspired by the exciting opportunity
to continue the development of our school. The ideal candidate will be someone
who is aspirational and innovative and can drive continued outstanding
educational practices.
The
children would like their new head teacher to be approachable, problem solver,
confident, strict – but not too strict, kind, caring, tolerant and to focus on
keeping them safe.
You
will have:
Recent
successful leadership experience; a proven track record of leading school
improvement and demonstrable impact in raising achievement; evidence of
initiating and implementing strategies to embrace the ethos of the school
environment including the wider school community; successfully managed a team
through change to bring about positive organisational developments. Like our
learners, you will be resilient, love learning and be a team player by working
collaboratively and supporting the development of others through constructive
feedback, being able to empower and motivate other to achieve their full
potential.
Visits to
school: Tuesday 7th January (am) and Wednesday 8th January (pm) see below on how to book
Closing date for applications: Friday 10th January 2026 (11.00am)
Shortlisting date: Monday 13th January 2026
Interviews and assessment activities: Friday 24th January & Monday 27th January (to be confirmed after short listing)
Potential
candidates are welcome and strongly encouraged to visit the school.
Tours
of the school available on:
Tuesday
7th January (am) and Wednesday 8th January (pm)
Please
book via emailing [email protected] or by telephone on 01543 4+0261
To
apply, please submit your application on the Staffordshire County Council
Application and send it for the attention of the Chair of Governors to [email protected]
For
further enquiries, please contact Mrs Joanne Millet (Head Teacher) on 01543
4+0261.
time, permanent
An
inspirational professional is sought to lead The Croft Primary School into our
next chapter after the retirement of a long standing headteacher (August 2026). At The Croft Primary School we
take pride in achieving success through providing a caring and secure
environment where children enjoy their learning and thrive with the
opportunities that are available to them. At The Croft each and every child is special and staff strive to
encourage and nurture them so that they achieve their full potential. We are CREATIVE, COURAGEOUS,
CARING, we are THE CROFT
As
an excellent practitioner and strategic thinker, you will work closely with
senior leaders to continually improve outcomes. You will be a role model for
all and clearly demonstrate the values we hold that ensure that each child
reaches their full potential.
This
opportunity is suitable for someone who is inspired by the exciting opportunity
to continue the development of our school. The ideal candidate will be someone
who is aspirational and innovative and can drive continued outstanding
educational practices.
The
children would like their new head teacher to be approachable, problem solver,
confident, strict – but not too strict, kind, caring, tolerant and to focus on
keeping them safe.
You
will have:
Recent
successful leadership experience; a proven track record of leading school
improvement and demonstrable impact in raising achievement; evidence of
initiating and implementing strategies to embrace the ethos of the school
environment including the wider school community; successfully managed a team
through change to bring about positive organisational developments. Like our
learners, you will be resilient, love learning and be a team player by working
collaboratively and supporting the development of others through constructive
feedback, being able to empower and motivate other to achieve their full
potential.
Visits to
school: Tuesday 7th January (am) and Wednesday 8th January (pm) see below on how to book
Closing date for applications: Friday 10th January 2026 (11.00am)
Shortlisting date: Monday 13th January 2026
Interviews and assessment activities: Friday 24th January & Monday 27th January (to be confirmed after short listing)
Potential
candidates are welcome and strongly encouraged to visit the school.
Tours
of the school available on:
Tuesday
7th January (am) and Wednesday 8th January (pm)
Please
book via emailing [email protected] or by telephone on 01543 4+0261
To
apply, please submit your application on the Staffordshire County Council
Application and send it for the attention of the Chair of Governors to [email protected]
For
further enquiries, please contact Mrs Joanne Millet (Head Teacher) on 01543
4+0261.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Head Teacher position is now open for candidates interested in the Helper Jobs sector. This role in Rugeley offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Helper Jobs is a plus.
