Headteacher

Due to the retirement of our current Headteacher, the Governors at Dale Hall wish to appoint a new Headteacher. We are looking for a committed leader to build on the school's current achievements and successes to move it forward into its next stage of development. You will be a leader who has a proven track record for excellence in teaching and learning; you will have strong leadership skills and be dedicated, forward thinking and hard working. This is an exciting opportunity for a strong and inspirational leader, both professionally and personally, to make a difference to the lives of all within our school community.

You will:

• be a passionate, committed educator who will inspire, model and promote the highest standards of teaching, learning, achievement and behaviour
• have the ability to provide strong strategic leadership
• lead by example with enthusiasm and creativity, drawing on your own expertise and that of those around you
• have a proven track record of excellent practice in teaching and learning
• enhance our children's aspirations to be confident and independent learners
• be committed to meeting the needs of each child and have a desire to make a difference to their lives
• empower children and staff to fulfil their potential
• be visible and approachable
• be a good listener with the ability to communicate effectively with the children, staff, parents, governors and wider community
• be able to analyse data and use it to support planning and continuous improvement
• embrace the opportunities and challenges that will arise in the future development of our school.

We are proud to offer:

• an inclusive, vibrant and friendly place to work
• children with a keen approach to learning, and caring, thoughtful behaviour
• a dedicated, talented hard-working staff team
• supportive parents with an active PTA
• a proactive and supportive governing body.

If you have the passion, drive, enthusiasm and commitment needed; you are warmly invited to visit the school. Please contact the school office on (01473) 251651 for to book an appointment.

For further details please visit our website www.dalehall.suffolk.sch.uk

To receive an application pack, please contact: headships@suffolk.gov.uk or telephone (01473) 263957.

Closing date: midday, 8 June 2015
Shortlisting date: 16 June 2015
Interview date: 8 / 9 July 2015

All vacancies appear on: www.suffolkjobsdirect.org  

This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS checks required for relevant posts.

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