Ian Jones

A trustworthy, dependable Headteacher with over 20 years experience as a school leader, capable of working in challenging, fast-paced environments, managing multiple projects and competing priorities. Proven track record on team leadership including recruitment, managing staff performance and motivating staff to implement change and strive to achieve excellence. Adept at leading organisational efficiency, strategic thinking, budgeting and resource allocation. Excellent interpersonal skills with a wide range of stakeholders, sustaining positive relationships and resolving conflict. Strong professional values and a sound understanding of confidentiality. Hardworking and dedicated to my work. Looking to take on a new challenge with energy and positivity.

• I enjoy gardening and landscaping and have completed many projects at home. I am currently taking a short course in Horticulture through Accrington and Rossendale College. I like to keep active and enjoy walking and spending time with my family. I particularly enjoy travelling abroad and experiencing different cultures. In recent years I have also enjoyed learning to play the guitar and have regularly played in school at whole school events.

I was invited to meet Prince Charles for the work I did as part of a team, bringing Place2Be to Burnley to work across several schools supporting pupils experiencing trauma and adverse childhood experiences.

I was invited to take my class to Burnley Town Hall to perform an assembly I wrote about standing up to Racism.

I used to play rugby for Burnley and represented Lancashire for a number of seasons and maintain a keen interest in the sport.

I have completed the London Marathon and Great North Run raising money for different charities.

Trauma Informed Practitioner: Developed counselling-type skills (eg, empathy, listening, validation, seeing the bigger picture)

Mental Health First Aider: Developed a greater understanding of mental health issues and how to advise adults and young people

I have been a co-opted governor at Cherryfold Primary School in Burnley for 10 years. In addition to attending governor meetings I was the nominated governor for Curriculum Development. I also attended additional meetings for staff discipline and pupil exclusions (as required).