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High Ongar Primary School, Essex, CM5 9NB
Headteacher
Required: September 2019
Leadership Scale : L7 - 11 (+ Medical Package)
Are you the talented individual we are looking for who shares our passion for education and wants to make a real difference in the wider community? High Ongar Primary School is looking for a Headteacher who knows what outstanding provision and academic progress looks like within our small community setting and beyond. We want a collaborator, who not only will work closely with the local stakeholders, but has a genuine desire to work openly and collectively with the other Ongar Primary and Secondary schools, who are also part of Bridge Academy Trust, and beyond.
With a clear strategic vision, you will navigate the changing educational landscape in partnership with the CEO, Director of Primary Education & Executive Headteacher, the Local Governing Body and the Trustees. We are building leadership structures for the future, and this is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Deputy Headteacher to take up their first headship role, or for an existing Headteacher looking to work collaboratively in a forward-thinking, community-based trust.
We encourage you to contact our CEO, Mark Farmer or Director of Primary education, Cheryl Allard, for further information and/or to arrange a visit to the school on farmerm@bridgeacademytrust.org
Please enclose a letter to support your application that highlights your suitability and preparation for this position and your personal educational philosophy and vision
Timescales:
· Visits to the school (please make an appointment) by contacting Mark Farmer, CEO on 01245 504525 or by email farmerm@bridgeacademytrust.org or
Cheryl Allard, via email: head@oaklands-inf.essex.sch.uk
· Closing date is 3pm on Tuesday 7th May 2019
· Interview dates (provisional) 17th May 2019
Closing date for applications: Tuesday 7th May 2019
For an application form please contact Kevin Adams HR Manager
on 01245 504564
or e-mail hr@bridgeacademytrust.org
www.bridgeacademytrust.org
This Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Bridge Academy Trust welcomes applications from those of all backgrounds, faiths and ethnic groups.
Information about the School
At High Ongar Primary School we have a very caring ethos, a warm and friendly approach and an excellent reputation for extracurricular activities and sport despite our small size. Children are well cared for and receive a good all-round education.
High Ongar Primary School is part of the Bridge Academy Trust: a collegiate and collaborative Trust, where, first and foremost, each school is a place of (high quality) learning, where young people ENJOY, ENRICH, ACHIEVE, ASPIRE. The core purpose is to provide high quality continuity of every child’s journey through education from 3 to 19, with a community and school-led school improvement approach and long-term sustainable strategy.
This Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, medical clearance and satisfactory references. Bridge Academy Trust welcomes applications from those of all backgrounds, faiths and ethnic groups.