Headteacher

Headteacher, Gloucestershire

Required attendance: All year round

Are you passionate about supporting vulnerable children to achieve the best they can?

• Do you want a unique opportunity to make a difference?
• Are you dynamic, highly motivated and innovative?
• Are you able to develop effective relationships with key stakeholders, including Headteachers, governors, carers, social workers, other agencies and children and young people?
• Do you have substantial experience at senior leadership level within either the primary or secondary sector?
• Are you passionate about supporting vulnerable children to achieve the best they can?
• Do you want the challenge of building on our virtual school's national reputation for good practice? Our virtual school includes every child or young people in care. As the Headteacher, your role will be to raise attainment by raising expectations, challenging schools and ensuring effective support. We are committed to narrowing the gap in achievement by improving the performance of vulnerable groups so that every child can thrive and reach their full potential.

For an informal discussion, contact Jo Grills, Operations Director: Education, Learning and Libraries on 01452 583559. Further information about the role can be found on www.gloucestershire.gov.uk/jobs Closing Date: 8th May 2014 Selection Process: 21st May 2014 Gloucestershire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This position is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Closing date: 08/05/2014
Interview date: 21/05/2014

Virtual School for Children in Care
Battledown Centre for Children & Families
Harp Hill
Cheltenham
Gloucestershire
GL52 6PZ
Tel: 01452 583559
Email: jo.grills@gloucestershire.gov.uk
Website: www.gloucestershire.gov.uk/jobs