Thank you for your interest in Long Furlong School. Please note that, in line with our fair and safe recruitment policies, we are unable to accept or hold CVs or other unsolicited applications.
Our vision: is for all Long Furlong Primary School pupils to be enthusiastic, lifelong learners who thrive because they feel loved, accepted and valued. Long Furlong pupils care for each other and the world around them.
Our strategic aims: a caring and enabling environment; a culture of aspiration and ambition; determined and professional teaching; empowered leadership throughout; a progressive, communicative school.
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Oxfordshire Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post involves the type of work with children and young people that requires applicants to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post. All users are considered confidentially and according to the nature of the role and information disclosed. Online and social media checks are carried out.
Long Furlong is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment
HEADTEACHER
Closing date: 08/01/2024/ at 12:00
Contract/Hours: Permanent , Full-time
Salary Type: Leadership Scale
Salary Details: Group 2, Level 15-21
Hours of Work: Full time
Location of Role: Abingdon
The Governing Body of Long Furlong Primary School are looking to recruit an outstanding Headteacher to lead this popular community school, starting in April or September 2024.
This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future growth of the school which is situated in the historic market town of Abingdon in Oxfordshire.
We are looking for:-
- Proven senior leadership and management experience
- Proven success in raising standards within a primary school
- Experience of developing curriculum strategy and supporting staff to deliver to this
- Evidence of the ability to identify and communicate a clear vision for the future which will take the school community on the journey from a ‘Requires Improvement’ judgement towards Ofsted Outstanding
- Evidence of leading whole school improvement initiatives, enhancing standards in teaching and learning and having an impact on pupil attainment
- An accountable, visible and decisive leader who also holds others to account
- A leader who is committed to developing others, sharing support and expertise and encouraging ownership
We can offer:-
- A diverse range of committed staff who have a long-standing loyalty to the school.
- Well behaved and enthusiastic children who have lively, enquiring minds
- Dedicated and enthusiastic governors who are committed to driving forward the improvement journey.
- Partnership and close links with local schools
- Wonderful community spirit including high levels of parent/carer engagement.
- An opportunity to join a school where you can drive change and continue to move school performance forward
How to apply
Please contact the school office for an application pack on 01235 532358 or by email: office.2602@long-furlong.oxon.sch.uk.
In line with our fair and safe recruitment policies, we are unable to accept or hold CVs or other unsolicited applications.
We encourage all applicants to make a visit to the school prior to application. Please contact Emma in the school office on 01235 532358 to make an appointment.
If you have any further questions, please email: office.2602@long-furlong.oxon.sch.uk
Closing Date: Please submit your application form to office.2602@long-furlong.oxon.sch.uk by midday on 8th January 2024.
Interview date(s): Interviews are scheduled for the 18th and 19th January 2024.
Long Furlong is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
TEACHER
Start Date: January 2024
Full-time/Temporary
OCC Main scale : Main Pay Range
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic Year 2 teacher with excellent professional skills to join our team. The position is from January 2024 to cover maternity leave. This post is not suitable for an ECT teacher.
Long Furlong Primary School is a friendly, caring, forward-thinking school with a strong sense of community and “family”. You will be teaching well-behaved pupils who are keen to develop their own learning. We offer supportive and hard-working colleagues and strong partnerships with parents, governors and the local community.
Applications are welcome from teachers of MPG 2 and above (have successfully completed the 2-year ECT/ NQT programme). The successful candidate will :
– be an enthusiastic and highly motivated professional able to excel in the Teachers’ Standards
-be able to motivate pupils to achieve high standards
-be able to work as part of a team, taking a full and active part in the life of our school community
-be able to lead a subject, raising standards of achievement and attainment
– help to promote the vision, values and ethos of Long Furlong by working in close partnership with staff, pupils, parents and governors.
Long Furlong is located to the north of Abingdon. Abingdon-on-Thames is a pleasant and historic market town, six miles south of Oxford and within travelling distance of London and the Cotswolds. There are many attractions locally to suit both adults and children.
Visits are warmly welcomed. Please contact the school on 01235 532358 to make an appointment.
If you have any further questions, please email: office.2602@long-furlong.oxon.sch.uk
Person Specification and Selection Criteria
Closing Date: Friday 8th December, midday
Interview date: TBC
Recruitment Policy (Located on the Policies & Procedures page)