Head of School

What An Opportunity!

The Garth School is a special school catering for the needs of children with Severe and Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties aged 2 to 19. There are currently 47 pupils on roll. The school is federated with The Priory Special School, also situated in Spalding.

The current Head of School will be retiring soon and we are looking for a dynamic, energetic and enthusiastic leader to work closely with the Executive Head Teacher and staff to enhance the education and well-being of all pupils within our successful, oversubscribed and forward thinking school. If you have a proven track record of making a difference in special needs education...

and can offer:

• Well-developed leadership skills
• Successful experience in leading teams and raising standards
• Innovative curriculum management and design skills
• Excellent communication skills and sense of humour
• A firm commitment to building children's self-esteem and to raising standards
• A proven ability to support and challenge teaching and learning
• A firm commitment to enhancing community links

Then we want to hear from you!

In return we offer:

• A positive, caring, happy atmosphere
• Hard working, fun colleagues
• A real commitment to your professional development
• A committed and supportive governing body
• Supportive parents
• A school with an ever increasing portfolio of outstanding features
• A thriving Federation

For further details and application pack, or to arrange a visit please contact Mrs Ana Hendrickson, PA to Executive Head Teacher. Telephone (01775) 724080 or email jobs@priory.lincs.sch.uk

Completed applications by Thursday 27 November 2014.
Interviews to be held on Tuesday 9 December 2014.

We are completely committed to keeping children safe. This post is subject to enhanced DBS clearance.

THE GARTH SCHOOL
Pinchbeck Road, Spalding,
Lincolnshire PE11 1QF

The Spalding Special Schools Federation
Achieving Together