Latymer All Saints CE Primary School41 Hydethorpe Avenue, Edmonton, London, N9 9RSTelephone: 020 8807 2679 Fax: 020 8807 8696 Email: office@latymerallsaints.enfield.sch.uk

Headteacher: Kathy Hill B.Ed (Hons.), N.P.Q.H.

The post of Headteacher of Latymer All Saints School will become vacant at the end of 2017, following the retirement of our current Head. We are delighted that you are interested in applying to lead our diverse and ambitious school community.

We are proud of our school. Our most recent OFSTED Inspection (July 2016) rated Latymer All Saints as ‘Good’, and observed that:- The Senior Leadership Team focuses on ensuring that pupils’ progress is maximised.- Parents speak highly of the range of workshops available to help them.- Outcomes in the early years have improved each year for the last four years.- Governors are clear about their roles and play a valuable part in the leadership and management of the school.

Our most recent SIAMS Inspection (April 2015) also rated the school as ‘Good’, and stated:- Children want to come to school, have excellent attendance and are unanimously positive and proud of their school.- Children make good progress because leaders have high expectations.- Parental and staff surveys commissioned by the school indicate a high level of satisfaction.

We are looking for an inspirational leader with high expectations who can work with the whole school community to build on our existing strengths and successes, and move the school through the next stage of its journey.

We would strongly encourage applicants to visit our wonderful school so that you can meet the pupils we are privileged to serve and the people who work here; we are confident that they are the best advertisement there is for Latymer All Saints.To visit the school please contact Bel Nazim (bnazim@latymerallsaints.enfield.sch.uk), to arrange a mutually convenient time.

As you will have seen from the advertisement the closing date for applications is midday 19th June 2017, with interviews scheduled for June 27th and 28th.

No one person has a greater influence on a school’s character than the Headteacher. In this application pack you will find a description of the current position of the school. Are you the person to shape the future of Latymer All Saints so that our children and staff can continue to grow, under your leadership?

Miss Stella A Mwa Mr John Marriott Revd Stuart Owen.Headteacher’s Appointment Panel.

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In this application pack you will find:

Pages 3-7Who we are – An overview of Latymer All Saints and of Edmonton.

Pages 8-10Who we are looking for - The Headteacher’s Job Description.

Pages 11-12Who we are looking for – Person Specification.

Pages 13What we can offer.

The following documents can be downloaded separately:Our most recent OFSTED report. Our most recent SIAMS report.Our School Prospectus.Our School Newsletter for May.Latymer All Saints Management Structure.

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Who are we?

We are a learning community with the capacity for736 Children

including 90 Nursery places for 3-4 year olds and 16 places for 2 year olds.

We have34 Teachers

45 classroom support staff5 administrative staff, 2 Learning Mentors, 1 Parent Support Adviser,

1 Network Manager, 1 Welfare Officer, 13 Lunchtime Playleaders,2 Site Staff, 7 Cleaners

and a supportive board of 12 Governorsunited around our Mission Statement:

At Latymer All Saints we aim to give our children rich opportunities to develop their individual talents and skills. We nurture their confidence and independence so that they can flourish as responsible citizens who make a positive contribution within our community and beyond.

Through our shared values of Love, Aspiration and Service our children develop socially, morally and spiritually with a clear sense of their place in God’s world.

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Latymer All Saints is a three-form entry Voluntary Aided Church of England Primary School in the London Borough of Enfield and the Diocese of London.

Our most recent OFSTED and SIAMS Inspections both rated the school as ‘Good’.

At present there are 717 pupils on roll.

98.2% of pupils are from minority ethnic groups.

36% of pupils are known to be eligible for free school meals.

57.5% of pupils are EAL

SATs Results 2016Key Stage 2 SATs Results (National average in brackets)

Expected +%

Greater Depth%

Average Scaled Score

Reading 56 (66) 16 (19) 100.4 (102.6)

Writing (teacher assessed) 64 (74) 3 (15) N/A

Mathematics 60 (70) 18 (17) 101.7 (103.0)

Grammar, Punctuation and Spelling 69 (72) 22 (22) 103.2 (104.0)

Science (teacher assessed) 67 (81) N/A N/A

Combined English and Mathematics 43% (53%)

Mathematics Progress Measure 0.84 (0)

Reading Progress Measure 0.83 (0)

Writing Progress Measure 0.59 (0)

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Key Stage 1 Teacher Assessment Results (National average in brackets)

Expected +%

Greater Depth%

Reading 72 (74) 18 (24)

Writing 71 (65) 14 (13)

Mathematics 74 (73) 17 (18)

Science 84 (82) N/A

For KS2 and KS1 results, comparisons cannot be made with previous years, due to the new assessment criteria and new curriculum.

Phonics Screening Test % achieving the expected standard (National average in brackets)

School 2016 School 2015 School 2014

Year 1 73 (81) 42 (77) 52 (74)

Year 2 re-takes 92 (91) 81 (90)

*Y2 result cumulative from 2015

EYFS outcomes (Local Authority average in brackets)

Prime Learning Goals % Achieving Expected+ 2016

% Achieving Expected+ 2015

% Achieving Expected+ 2014

Communication and Language 76.1% 75% (77%) 77.3% (73.4%)Listening and Attention 89.8% 81.8% (83.3%) 84.1% (82.4%)Understanding 82.9% 78.4% (83.6%) 83.0% (81.7%)Speaking 81.8% 77.3% (80.4%) 79.5% (77.9%)Physical Development 96.5% 86.4% (86.1%) 96.6% (85.3%)Moving and Handling 100% 87.5% (88.5%) 98.9% (89.0%)Health and Self-Care 96.6% 92.0% (90.6%) 97.7% (89.7%)Personal, Social and Emotional Development 94.3% 85.2% (81.6%) 81.8% (79.7%)Self-confidence and Self-awareness 100% 88.6% (86.8%) 89.8% (86.4%)Managing Feelings and Behaviour 95.5% 89.8% (86.0%) 88.6% (85.5%)Making Relationships 95.5% 88.6% (87.3%) 92.0% (86.9%)All Prime ELGs 76.1% 69.3% (73%) 71.6% (68.6%)Good Level of Development 55%*Average scores

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Attendance (2015/16).

Overall 96.19%

Persistent absences 9.17%

Recent Achievements.

*Intermediate International Award, reflecting our global links with schools in France;

* Go4It Award, in recognition of the many opportunities our children have to attend lunchtime and after school clubs, and the creative curriculum opportunities we provide for our children;

* Primary Science Gold Quality Mark;

* Gold Award for Sustainable Travel.

Secondary Transfers (2016).

On leaving Latymer All Saints pupils went to:

St. Anne’s 15, Edmonton County 12, St. Ignatius 10, Bishop Stopford’s 10,

Aylward 5, Enfield County 5, Winchmore 5, Enfield Grammar 3, Oasis Hadley 3,

The Latymer 3, Highlands 2, Chace 2, Ark John Keats 1, Kingsmead 1,

Heron Hall 1, Broomfield 1, Nightingale 1, Ashmole 1, Out of Borough placements 6.

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About Edmonton.

Edmonton is located in the London Borough of Enfield, in North London. We are served by excellent transport links, the school being less than 500 meters from Edmonton Green railway station, and easily accessible from both the M25 and the North Circular Road via the A10.

Edmonton is mentioned in the Doomsday Book, and has been home to the poet John Keats and to the writers Charles and Mary Lamb.

The Edmonton Green Ward1:

- is young:We have the highest proportion of 5 to 14 year olds of all the Wards in the Borough.

- is ethnically diverse:With the largest groups being Black African (19%), White British (16%) and Turkish (12%).

- is economically deprived:A third of households have an income of less than £15,000, and 26% of the working age population claim key out of work benefits.

1 https://new.enfield.gov.uk/services/your-council/about-enfield/borough-and-wards-profiles/about-enfield-information-edmonton-green-2015.pdf

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Who are we looking for?

We are looking for a Head teacher who can build on the school’s existing strengths so that we become an ‘Outstanding’ school.

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JOB DESCRIPTION.Latymer All Saints Primary School - Head teacher

NOR: including Nursery - 717 Pay Scale: Group 4 L 21-27Job Title Head teacherMain purpose of the Job

The head teacher will have overall responsibility for the organisation, management and conduct of the school, providing professional leadership and strategic direction to ensure the achievement of the highest possible standards of the school’s work.

Key Priorities To raise the quality of teaching and learning To develop the capacity of the Leadership Team To improve the standards across the school, including progress made by all pupils

Duties The duties outlined in this job description are in addition to these covered by the latest School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document, which should be read in conjunction with this document. This job description is based on the National Standards for head teachers.

Strategic Direction and Development of the School (Shaping the future)

To initiate a strategic vision and plan for the school and work with the Governing Body and the Leadership Team to implement, monitor and review the plan for further development of the school within the local, national and international context.

Lead by example and provide inspiration and motivation to the whole school community generating an over-arching ethos and associated policies for the school which promote high levels of progress and attainment within an inclusive, caring and safe environment.

Work in partnership with the whole staff and governors and the Local Authority and LDBS ensuring that the plan is regularly monitored, evaluated and reviewed to meet all statutory requirements.

Ensure that strategic planning and implementation takes account of the diversity, values and aspirations of the families who use the school and the wider local community.

To foster and develop the faith aspect of the school, recognising and welcoming other faiths whilst ensuring that the Christian vision and values of the school are clearly articulated, shared, understood and is tangible in the school’s day to day life.

Demonstrate an awareness of current research and initiatives seeking new evidence on teaching and learning and embrace future opportunities with a positive mindset.

Leading Learning and Teaching

To ensure that learning is at the heart of the school at all times and to take responsibility for raising the quality of teaching and learning across the whole school.

Inspire and coach every teacher to deliver quality first teaching for every pupil every time

Promote a culture of continuous improvement using comparative data and benchmarks to evaluate and improve performance based upon a sound process of effective planning and assessment for every child

To ensure the highest standards of enjoyment and achievement for all pupils, regardless of their background or achievement to date, by continuing to have high expectations of pupils and staff.

Lead, develop and monitor the curriculum to ensure a creative, flexible and balanced approach for every child that stimulates enjoyment and enthusiasm for learning.

Work with schools and other provision to ensure satisfactory transfer and progression of pupils.

Develop Self and Others

To lead, motivate, support, challenge and develop the whole school to ensure that everyone in the school can maximise their potential

Lead by example and create a shared commitment and responsibility for the school through team work, distributed leadership and professional reflection.

To regularly review own progress, set personal targets and be open to challenge and support for own personal development.

Regularly monitor and evaluate standards of teaching and provide constructive feedback and relevant support. Challenge underperformance at all levels and ensure effective support and where necessary implement appropriate procedures.

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Build a collaborative culture which positively embraces change and progression through staff empowerment and team work.

Treat people fairly, equitably and with dignity and respect, to create and maintain a positive school culture and to allow an appropriate work / life balance.

Manage the Organisation

To provide an effective organisation and management of the school and seek ways of improving organisational structures and functions based on rigorous self-evaluation

Produce and implement clear evidence based improvement plans and policies to improve the school environment and its facilities. Including balancing the needs of the school environment against overriding objective to raise attainment.

Manage the schools financial and human resources effectively, in conjunction with the governors, to achieve the school’s priorities.

Agree, set and monitor budgets, allocate funds and ensure systems are in place for the effective administration and control of the budget.

Work with the Governors and the school to actively pursue and secure additional funding.

Recruit, retain and deploy staff appropriately and manage their workload to ensure the effective running of the school and delivery of priorities.

Securing Accountability

To be accountable for the efficiency and effectiveness of the school to the Governing Body and others, including pupils, parents, staff, the Local Authority, London Diocesan Board of Schools and the community.

Promote a culture of self-evaluation among the whole school staff so that they feel accountable for the successes of the school.

Provide information, objective advice and support to the governing body to enable it to meet its responsibilities for securing effective teaching and learning, high standards of pupil achievement and good value for money.

Ensure individual staff accountabilities are clearly defined, understood and agreed and are regularly reviewed and evaluated.

Present the school’s aims, performance and goals in a manner appropriate to a range of audiences including governors, pupils, parents, the Diocese, the local Community, and Ofsted to enable them to play their part collaboratively and effectively.

Ensure that parents and pupils are well informed about the curriculum attainment and progress, and about the contribution they can make to the school’s success.

Strengthening the Community

To engage positively with the internal and external school community ensuring that parents and pupils are well informed about the vision and plan for the school to encourage their involvement in driving high achievement for all.

Continue to seek opportunities to invite parents and carers, community figures, businesses or other organisations into the school to enhance and enrich the school and its value to the wider community.

To promote positive strategies for challenging prejudice and dealing with racial harassment and other discriminatory practices or behaviour.

To promote a positive and mutually supportive relationship linking school and home in a working partnership, ensuring parents / carers are fully informed about matters relating to the education of their children.

Safeguarding and Promoting the Welfare of Children

To have due regard for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and to follow all associated child protection and safeguarding legislation and any policies as adopted by the school and local authority.

To be accountable for child protection and ensuring that the welfare and safety of pupils is promoted and safeguarded.

To prevent, identify and minimise the risk of interpersonal abuse or violence, safeguarding children, initiating the management of cases involving actual or potential abuse or violence where needed.

Be aware of and update staff as appropriate to comply with current legislation and policies on effective practice e.g. Children’s Act, National Service Framework, Child Protection Procedures, Health and Safety and Data Protection.

PERSON SPECIFICATION.

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Latymer All Saints Primary School – HeadteacherCriteria Essential/

DesirableSkills, Personal Qualities and behaviours

Intellectual rigour; spiritual integrity; emotional intelligence EConfidence and resilience, energy and commitment EHigh expectations of themselves and of others around them EStrong presentation, public speaking and writing skills, effective listening and negotiation skills

E

The ability to tackle difficult issues, take difficult decisions and convey outcomes clearly and sensitively

E

Be able to be calm and organised under pressure, to prioritise and demonstrate and share values by example

E

Ability to manage workload efficiently and effectively on a day to day basis

E

The ability to develop a distributive leadership style whilst maintaining a clear overview

E

Ability to establish effective working relationships and channels of communication with colleagues, parents, carers, governors, the LA and the Diocese.

E

Demonstrates and inspires loyalty: high standards and high care for the whole school community

E

Qualifications Qualified Teacher Status EGraduate level qualification EPost graduate qualification DCompleted NPQH (except substantive head teachers in post before April 2004)

D

A record of recent and relevant in-service training (including safeguarding)

E

Experience Proven successful leadership at senior level in a primary school as a headteacher or deputy headteacher

E

Experience of working in a school in challenging circumstances DExperience of leadership and a strong track record in rigorous strategic planning and preparation for external assessment, including preparation of a SEF

E

Senior involvement in an Ofsted inspection. DLeadership & shaping the future

Ability to innovate and find creative solutions, and to communicate a vision and Christian values that inspire and motivate the whole school community

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Proven ability to identify the key issues in an organisation, develop a plan to address weaknesses and build on strengths; and deliver the vision using milestones, monitoring progress and being flexible to meet key objectives.

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Have knowledge of local and national issues in educations and the proven ability to respond to change in a balanced way that ensures best outcomes for all children

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A clear understanding of what it means to lead a Church of England school and how you would do it

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A commitment to ensuring that, Christian values nourish, challenge and encourage all

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The commitment to develop and enhance the Anglican character of the school including links with Parish Church

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Leading Teaching and Learning

Knowledge and understanding of how to raise standards of learning across the school and a proven track record for doing so

E

Ability to use, analyse and monitor pupil assessment data to identify trends and needs and build it into the schools’ strategic planning to raise attainment and aspirations

E

The ability to make sound judgements on the quality of provision; a willingness to acknowledge excellence and challenge poor

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performanceKnowledge and experience of using best practice in performance management to ensure potential of all staff is assured

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A proven commitment to an inclusive education which addressed the needs of all the learners in a diverse community

E

Excellent knowledge of the current major teaching and learning issues and recent educational developments including evidence as well as legislative changes

E

Experience and drive to use the environment beyond the school to enhance the experience of the children within an exciting and enriched curriculum for all

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Managing the Organisation

A proven commitment to an inclusive education which addresses the needs of all the learners in a diverse community; striving for high aspirations and outcomes.

E

Knowledge of legal issues relating to managing a school including equal opportunities, race relations, disability, human rights and employment legislation.

E

The ability to prioritise tasks, make informed decisions and implement them in a flexible manner. Evidence of the ability to delegate work where appropriate, building effective teams and monitoring implementation and impact.

E

Experience and understanding of managing a budget efficiently in accordance with benchmarking, financial management and best value principles

E

Experience of carrying out strategic financial planning and budgetary management at whole school level

D

Caring and supportive of your staff’s personal and professional needs, creating a culture of continuous professional development for yourself and the whole school.

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Experience of using new and emerging technologies to enhance organisational effectiveness

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Evidence of a commitment to developing and sustaining a safe, secure and healthy school environment, in accordance with child protection and safeguarding legislation.

E

Strengthening the community

Experience of managing a significant premises project DA willingness to engage the school community in the systematic and rigorous self and external evaluation of the work of the school, using a wide range of views to better understand the strengths and weaknesses of the school

E

Experience of developing and promoting enriching links with members of a school community

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An unwavering commitment to acknowledge, celebrate and foster respect for the richness and diversity of the school’s communities

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What can we offer?

An inclusive and welcoming community which celebrates our diverse cultural, language and faith experiences within this Church of England school, where our commitment to our children underpins all that we do.

Wonderful well-behaved children who work hard and play hard, and embrace our school values of Love, Aspiration and Service.

The opportunity of working alongside a happy, highly motivated and skilled leadership team, and a committed staff.

Ample opportunity for continuing professional development and the support of the London Diocesan Board for Schools and the Local Authority.

A well maintained school building in extensive grounds, with the potential for further development.

The school enjoys strong links with the clergy and church community of All Saints, Edmonton, a medieval parish church which is next to the school.

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