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Lead Garden Fields JMI School into its next chapter of excellence
Are you an ambitious, values-driven school leader with high emotional intelligence and the vision to lead a thriving primary school?
Garden Fields JMI School is seeking an outstanding Headteacher to join our positive, happy school community and lead us on our firmly established journey towards excellence.
About our School:
At Garden Fields, we are proud to offer a warm, nurturing environment where children are keen, enthusiastic, and supported through our Growing Hearts and Minds philosophy. We set no limits on our pupils’ potential-supporting them emotionally, socially, morally, and academically.
We combine high academic expectations with rich extracurricular opportunities. Our school boasts an enviable sporting record and a vibrant music curriculum taught by specialist staff. Additionally, our site co-hosts the Trust's central hub, placing us at the heart of collaborative educational excellence.
The Opportunity:
This is a pivotal and exciting time to lead Garden Fields. Our outgoing Headteacher has done exceptional work adapting to changing local demographics as we position Garden Fields for the long term as an exceptional one-form entry school. Utilising our amazing facilities and vast grounds, you will build on this strong momentum, deepen our local community connections, and drive the school forward.
What we are looking for:
We are seeking a leader who:
Possesses highly developed emotional intelligence and exceptional relationship-building skills across all stakeholders-pupils, parents, staff, governors, and the wider Trust.
Demonstrates the skills, knowledge, and experience to inspire and lead a dedicated, cohesive team of senior leaders, teachers, and support staff, bringing deep expertise in teaching, learning, curriculum innovation and behaviour management
Shares a deep commitment to collaborative working and team success, inspiring, supporting, and challenging colleagues to deliver excellence and drive continuous improvement.
Embodies high expectations for pupil achievement alongside great care for child well-being, with a proven record of raising achievement and aspiration across diverse student groups.
What We Offer
Enthusiastic, well-behaved children who love learning and participating in school life.
An effective, professional, and friendly staff team fully committed to pupil success.
An incredibly supportive parent body and a strong, proactive governing board.
Extensive professional support, shared expertise, and collaborative opportunities across the Ambition Education Trust.
Summary
Headteacher at Garden Fields Junior Mixed and Infant School in St Albans, East of England. On-site full-time role in Education Training. Lead Garden Fields JMI School into its next chapter of excellence Are you an ambitious, values-driven school leader with high emotional intelligence and the vision to lead a thriving primary school?