The governors, staff, parents and pupils of Meredith Infant School are looking to recruit an exceptional, highly motivated headteacher to help us in our improvement journey from special measures to becoming an outstanding school.

We are looking for an inspirational leader who can provide a clear and confident educational direction for the school, and will also play a major role in maintaining and developing the positive ethos that reflects our commitment to raising aspirations and achievement.

In return for your commitment and enthusiasm we can offer you:

• Happy, motivated children who have lots of potential;
• A supportive and hardworking staff team;
• A passionate and committed governing body;
• Support from our current Executive Headteacher (NLE).

Meredith Infant School is situated in the centre of our historic waterfront city. Visits to the school are warmly encouraged; please contact the school on 023 9266 3846 to arrange a mutually convenient time to get to know us.

Meredith Infant school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. CRB Disclosure at Enhanced level will be required prior to any offer of employment.

For an application pack please contact Schools Recruitment Team, Portsmouth City Council. Tel: 023 9284 1246 (24 hour answer phone) or email: ed.recruitment@portsmouthcc.gov.uk quoting post number: MHI0060 or download a pack by visiting www.portsmouth.gov.uk  following the link to jobs with local schools.

Closing date: Noon, 18th January 2013
Interviews: 29th and 30th January 2013

MEREDITH INFANT SCHOOL
Portchester Road, Portsmouth PO2 7JB
Tel: 023 9266 3846
www.meredithinfantschool.co.uk
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