Headteacher

If you're devoted to children and passionate about their development, and if you could bug-hunt and prepare for Ofsted on the same day, then this could be a match made in heaven.

Who are we

• We are a well-loved church school in the heart of a close knit, active community
• Our team are committed to helping our children develop into independent learners with a passion for life
• Our children are enthusiastic and well behaved with a positive attitude for learning
• Our church status is hugely important to us - it is at the heart of everything we do
• We are a rural school with a passion for the environment and outdoor life
• We are a good school with clear aspirations to becoming outstanding in the near future

Who are you

• You are a self-motivated, high-achiever with solid and varied experience
• You are skilled at school improvement, but will be keen to build on the firm foundations already laid
• You are brilliant at building rapport with pupils, parents, staff and the wider community alike
• You lead by example and are not afraid to get your hands dirty
• You are comfortable in a church setting with a strong empathy for the Christian faith

What do we want from you?

• To be a visible and approachable leader for both children and adults
• To continue the excellent progress of the school
• To encourage our staff and pupils to strive for excellence
• To balance the needs of staff and pupils with the external requirements for continual improvement
• To develop a school community that encompasses parents, the church and the wider community
• To maintain the Christian ethos at the heart of our school

In short we want you to take every opportunity to WOW our pupils, staff, governors and wider community whether this be staff appraisals, meeting parents, a game of cricket on the playground or befriending our vicar. We want you to become our inspirational, but warm-hearted Headteacher.

Are we asking too much? NO, we don't think so, and we know that if you're the right person neither will you. If this sounds like the opportunity you've been waiting for then WOW us with your reply.

To apply, please click the ‘APPLY’ button.

Appointments for viewing to be arranged directly with school on 01789 740236, Mrs L Holmes, SBM/Clerk to Governors.

Closing date is 5 June and interviews will take place on 22 and 23 June 2015.

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Post subject to an enhanced DBS Disclosure.

COMMITTED TO EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

ETTINGTON COFE PRIMARY SCHOOL
Churchill Close,
Ettington,
Stratford upon Avon,
Warwickshire
CV37 7SP
Tel: 01789 740236
Email: holmes.l1@welearn365.com