Headteacher

Headteacher, Charminster, nr Dorchester, Dorset

Group 2: 207 on role

Our current Head teacher is retiring  at the end of the academic year. The governors are, therefore, seeking to appoint an experienced, skilled and inspirational individual with proven leadership skills. This presents an exciting opportunity for a candidate to lead this successful, popular and happy school.  The successful individual will be able to build on our considerable strengths, to maintain being outstanding and to develop a strategy for the future of the school.

We are looking for someone who

• has proven leadership skills and can demonstrate success
• is inspirational and enthusiastic with a clear vision of high quality education
• has high expectations and experience of raising standards
• is focused on developing the skills and abilities of every child as well as providing them with a nurturing environment for them to flourish and grow
• has good financial and management skills
• will promote Christian values and beliefs
• will be committed to working with and promoting relationships with the whole school community

In return for your commitment we can offer

• an unmissable opportunity to lead and develop an exceptionally successful school
• a happy school with bright, enthusiastic, well behaved children who enjoy learning
• professional, dedicated, skilled and experienced staff
• supportive and hardworking governors and parents' association
• an opportunity for personal and professional development
• a long record as an outstanding school

Applications:  Online via Dorset for You website:  www.dorsetforyou.com/jobsandcareers

Closing date: Monday 21 April 2014
Meet and Greet Session:  Thursday 24 April 2014 after the school day
Interviews:    Friday 25 April 2014

We would welcome and encourage all applicants to enjoy the experience of visiting our school.  Please contact the School Office to arrange.

St. Mary's Charminster CE VC First School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  The successful candidate will be require to have an Enhanced DBS check in line with the Governments safer recruitment guidelines.  This school values the diversity of our workforce and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community.