Talk

In trouble? Are you worried he won't give you a good reference?

A friend of mine was labelled a failing teacher, applied for a job at a school and got it. She is a good teacher as I've worked with her. She is now achieving excellent in her observations. Its if your face fits a lot of the time. So yes apply. Have you considered doing supply/covering maternity leave. It's only the heads opinion. How much of the criticism is fact based?

Apply. Tell the headteacher at your current school that the tips you have been given have really boosted your confidence and you're counting on him for a great reference.