Job Description

Chase Lane Nursery and Primary School is a dynamic and developing (Good - OFSTED 2014) nursery and primary school for children aged 3 to 11, also incorporating a School Centred Initial Teacher Training (SCITT) programme on site for up to 32 NQTs. This is an exciting opportunity for an inspirational leader with the vision, skills and drive to ensure that our school continues to move forward and the SCITT develops our teachers of the future, building on the work of the current team.

The Governors are looking for a passionate and dynamic leader to join the school in January 2016, who will focus on learning and the key life skills that are necessary to ensure all pupils are successful learners both academically and personally for today and throughout their lives.

Chase Lane Nursery and Primary School offers you:

• a school which has "a very positive ethos that ensures pupils behave well and are keen to learn." (OFSTED 2014)

• an extensive, extremely competent and supportive staff

• music and sports provision which make "an outstanding contribution to the rich, broad and balanced curriculum on offer" (OFSTED 2014)

• highly motivated and enthusiastic pupils who are dedicated to all aspects of school life

• a relocation package if required

• committed and supportive parents and governors.

We are looking for a Headteacher who:

• will inspire, lead, challenge and motivate staff and pupils to aspire to outstanding status through vision, energy, enthusiasm, drive and commitment

• is a strong communicator able to develop even further the school's contribution to the community and ethos of inclusivity

• is adept at using and developing new resources to further improve and extend the school's programme

• has a proven track record of raising attainment.

Visits to the school can be arranged for 11th September 2015 and are very strongly recommended. For more information and to book a visit to the school, contact the office on 01255 502416.