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We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and savvy Headteacher for our much loved village school. This individual should have the drive and passion to ignite the minds of our children; positivity in maintaining productive relationships with parents; and who will value the strengths of our excellent staff team, inspiring them to continue to grow and develop.
Our Christian values shape who we are and what we do so we welcome candidates who are willing to embrace and develop this principle.
Although we are a small school, we have big ideas and we expect our Headteacher to be interested in research and to keep abreast of “best practice” as well as actively engaging in professional collaborations in order to help us all to be the best we can be.

We are looking for someone who :

• Is passionate about every child thriving in the school environment.
• Has experience of leading with integrity, compassion, creativity, resilience and clarity, and can evidence the positive impact of their leadership.
• Is an excellent communicator; proactive in forging positive relationships across the school community.
• Applies best practice in inclusive education in order to meet the needs of every child.
• Has the ability to exercise strategic financial planning and management to ensure effective deployment of budgets and resources ensuring the school’s sustainability.
• Demonstrates excellent knowledge and understanding of the best in teaching and learning, including strengths in high quality curriculum planning and accurate, purposeful assessment.
• Is keen to continue to learn and welcomes professional development.

We can offer you:

• A school family, where the happiness and well-being of every member matters.
• An excellent staff team who inspire our children to love to learn and who are dedicated to achieving the best possible outcomes for every child.
• Thoughtful, caring, respectful children who are a joy to be with.
• A supportive and collaborative Board of Governors.
• Outstanding achievements of our children, both in and out of the classroom.
• Support for your ongoing professional development.
• The opportunity to take our school forward setting your direction for further success.
• A school in a good financial position with a full intake of Reception children in September 2024.
• The opportunity to agree “ transition” time in the Autumn.
• A beautiful location in a designated area of national beauty, with our church adjacent to the school.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our students. You are advised that this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and therefore this post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).