Hope Sentamu Learning Trust is looking for a dedicated and values driven Principal to provide strong leadership and management for Skelton Primary School.

Skelton Primary caters for children from 3-11 years old and has just over 100 children on roll so it is ideal for candidates looking for their first headship.  Sat in the village of Skelton on the outskirts of York, our vision is to provide a calm, homely oasis for all children to flourish. Within our happy and safe environment, children have the opportunity to be curious, creative and are challenged. We are part of a collaborative and supportive multi-academy Trust and the job holder will join a strong team of Primary Principals.  

The job holder will be required to:

• Be a highly visible presence around the school and model expectations and standards to staff and pupils. 

• Secure an excellent quality of education 

• Provide strategic leadership for all aspects of the school

• Promote, support and develop an inclusive approach to meet the needs of all pupils. 

• Ensure that provision responds to the context of the school and the needs of the school community

We are looking for an experienced senior leader with:

• A positive “can do” attitude and high expectations 

• A desire to make a difference to all pupils and the school community

• Experience of successful senior leadership in a school

• A leader who can work in strong partnership with other Principals in the Trust to ensure improved outcomes and experiences for all

• A proven track record of positively impacting disadvantaged pupils and pupils with SEND

• The ability to lead, manage and motivate colleagues

In return we can offer:

• Experienced and supportive Trust leadership with a collaborative approach and an appreciative culture.

• Experienced and strong group of Primary Principals and leaders who work in a highly supportive way

• An established, experienced and strong central team that works closely with stakeholders across our schools/academies.

• A commitment to continuing professional development 

• Structured support to unlock talent, backed by a collaborative approach and an appreciative culture, 

• Teachers Pension Scheme

• School Teachers national pay and conditions

• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme

• Free parking

• Cycle to Work scheme
  

Job Details

Hours of Work: 1.0 FTE 

Position Type:  Permanent Post

Line Manager: Executive Director of Education 

Travel Required: Yes ,  Occasional

The salary is dependent on current qualifications and experience, please see the attached job description for more information.

Application Process

Please complete the online application form to apply for this role. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.  You should use the information supplied with in the Job Description & Person Specification to make the best of your application by identifying some specific pieces of work you may have undertaken in any of these areas. Your application may be viewed in regard to some or all of the skill specific areas over the course of the selection process.  Applications via agencies will not be considered.

Interviews will take place on 27th March 2025

For more information about this exciting opportunity or an informal conversation about the role with Edward Vickerman, Executive  Director of Education, please email  hello@hslt.academy  

Hope Sentamu Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and protecting our children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  All posts are subject to a safer recruitment process which includes enhanced criminal records and barring checks, scrutiny of employment history, robust referencing and other vetting checks.

Our safeguarding system is underpinned by a range of policies and procedures which encourage and promote safe working practice across the Trust. On joining you will be required to undergo continuous professional development to maintain safe working practice and to safeguard our children and young people.