We are seeking an ambitious and inspirational Principal to take Yarnfield Primary School to the next level of its transformative journey from its last Ofsted ‘Good’ judgement. The school requires a leader who will develop excellence in teaching and learning to ensure our learners can achieve their full potential.

Yarnfield Primary School is a warm and friendly academy where everyone is valued. The school is part of the Summit Learning Trust which comprises of five primary schools, three secondary schools and a sixth form. When becoming a leader in our Summit family, we can promise an investment in you and your future, an attractive benefits package and excellent professional development from our Professional Learning Institute. We are an inclusive trust with high expectations for learners and colleagues and are fully committed to providing the very best educational outcomes and experiences for all our children and young people.

 We encourage applicants who are:

• Passionate about promoting excellence in teaching and learning 
• Seeking an exciting and challenging position where you will be supported well by our Trust and its Education Improvement Team
• Child-centred, placing their wellbeing at the heart of your vision and ethos
• Able to maintain high standards and achievement 
• Calm and focused with a resolution-focused approach
• Able to motivate, support and inspire learners, members of staff and our wider community
• Keen to make a significant contribution to the realisation of a shared Trust vision

We are seeking to appoint an effective, strong and inspirational leader who can:

• Further develop and embed excellent standards of teaching and learning
• Embed high expectations and raise the achievement for all learners
• Commit to continuous school improvement
• Establish a culture where everyone is valued and encouraged to succeed
• Demonstrate a strong track record of school improvement
• Enthuse colleagues, keen to improve and provide excellent teaching for all learners
• The opportunity to work with a highly skilled and effective team of senior leaders within our Trust

 The successful candidate can expect:

•  Dedicated colleagues, keen to improve and provide excellent teaching for all learners who are driven to improve the life chances of children at Yarnfield Primary School
• The opportunity to work with a highly skilled and effective team of senior leaders within our Trust
• Protection, support and challenge from our trustees, governors and executive team
• A highly skilled and motivated team of Principals and a supportive and knowledgeable Trust leadership team

 If you have the drive and vision to lead Yarnfield Primary School on the next stage of its journey, we would like to hear from you.

For an informal discussion about Yarnfield Primary School or to arrange a visit please contact Rebecca Hill at rebecca.hill@summitlearningtrust.org.uk who can arrange a conversation with our Chief Executive Officer.

Why Join Summit Learning Trust? 

• A welcoming, supportive, and inclusive working environment.
• Commitment to your professional development with high quality CPD opportunities and career progression.
• Access to staff wellbeing initiatives and a wide range of employee benefits.
• The chance to make a meaning impact on the lives of young people.

We warmly welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and communities. Summit Learning Trust is proud to be an equal opportunities employer, committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and supported to thrive. 

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all colleagues to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, including a Children’s Barred List check., and online searches will be conducted for shortlisted candidates.  Our Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy is available to view here. If you require the application form in a different format, please contact hr.enquiries@summitlearningtrust.org.uk.