Local Government Jobs

Head of School

ISR: L4-7

Group 1

NOR 99

We are seeking to appoint a self-motivated, inspirational and forward thinking professional as Head of School to start work in April 2012, with our Executive Headteacher in the running of this Ofsted Outstanding village primary school.

The successful candidate will have:

- A clear vision for continuous improvement to build on the school’s strengths and successes
- Proven leadership, management and communication skills to lead on school improvement within the executive team
- A track record of raising standards and very high expectations of teaching quality
- A dedication to engendering children with a passion for learning
- High expectations and the ability to lead by example to motivate children and staff to achieve their full potential
- The desire to develop the whole child as a person and not just academically
- An understanding of Church Schools and a commitment to fostering the strong links with the Church and local community
- The expertise to sustain our outstanding, open and inclusive ethos
- The skills to continuously develop and implement a lively and exciting environment for learning
- The knowledge and understanding to efficiently and effectively fulfil the role of SENCo

This is a unique opportunity to lead learning in an already very high-performing school. This position would suit an existing Deputy Headteacher looking for career progression with a desire to help to shape the future at an outstanding school.

Informal visits to the school are encouraged.

Application information

Hours of work: 32.5 hours per week

Working pattern: Full-time & Term-time.

Closing date: Monday 20 February 2012

For more information and to apply for the above post, please contact:

Beckley CE Primary School

Main Street

Beckley

Nr Rye

East Sussex

TN31 6RN

Phone: 01797 260324

Email:

Website: www.beckley.e-sussex.sch.uk

Please note, we do not accept CVs.

Additional information

Work Permits: we may be able to obtain a Work Permit for this post but this is subject to meeting the requirements of the UK Border Agency’s Points-based Immigration System.

From 6 April 2011 the Home Office has placed a permanent restriction on the number of migrant workers that all Tier 2 (General) Sponsors can recruit. Due to the restrictions we cannot guarantee that individuals that meet the requirements of the Points-based Immigration System will be issued with clearance to obtain work permits. This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff will be expected to hold or be willing to obtain an enhanced CRB disclosure for this Authority. For further information about what is required in this process please go to www.crb.gov.uk.

Equal opportunities

East Sussex County Council is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitable candidates, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, disability or age. All applications are treated on merit.