Job Description
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The Governors of St Margaret's are seeking to appoint a dynamic and aspirational Headteacher who has excellent communication skills and will ensure the success and progression of our pupils as we continue on our journey from Good to Outstanding status.
St Margaret's School is a small Church of England primary school situated in Toppesfield, Essex Village of the Year, awarded for the strength of community life. The school has an excellent reputation and works in close co-operation with other primary schools within the Colne Valley Consortium . In 2016, the school was rated as Good by Ofsted.
We have a dedicated and enthusiastic team of Teachers, Teaching Assistants, Support Staff and Governors with an active and supportive group of parents. We all work together to create a school environment where everyone's contribution is valued and children know that their achievements and successes are recognised.
We are looking for a leader who will be able to challenge, inspire and motivate their team and develop a strategic vision for our Church school and who will:
- Have a passion for learning and inspire creative and enthusiastic learners
- Nurture the strong relationships that support all within the school community
- Value every child's gifts and strive to give each the best opportunity to thrive
Our staff are looking for a leader who is supportive, a team player, role model, loyal and understanding.
Our pupils would love their new Headteacher to be welcoming, loving, kind, caring and honest and someone who represents our Christian values.
Visits to the school are warmly welcome and encouraged and can be arranged by contacting Helen Kent-Jackson, Vice Chair of Governors, via email: governors@st-margaretscofe.essex.sch.uk
Information about the School
Please do not send in any CV's. All applications must be made via the online application form.
St. Margaret's is a small village school set in the Essex countryside where the children are at the heart of all we do. We know them well and offer a caring, fulfilling environment with an emphasis on meeting individual needs within a supportive and challenging learning environment where the children feel valued.
We have a strong, Christian ethos and a vision inspired by all our stakeholders which reads:
At St. Margaret's Church of England Primary School we seek to develop wisdom, encourage aspiration and promote dignity and acceptance enabling our respectful children to love a life giving back to the community.
'Live life in all its fullness.' John 10:10