Job Description

Required from January 2015 or earlier

Full time, with teaching commitment of currently 2 - 3 days per week

We are looking to appoint a Deputy Headteacher who can inspire, challenge and support colleagues. We are looking for a dynamic leader to help build on our many strengths and drive forward developments to ensure the best for every child in our care.

We can offer you:

motivated and caring children
a place where children's learning is at the heart of all we do
a dedicated, hard-working and supportive staff team
excellent resources and a stimulating environment
commitment to your career development

Successful applicants will:

be an outstanding teacher
be committed to help all children attain their full potential
have proven success and expertise in team and curriculum leadership
have very high expectations of behaviour and learning
be confident in data analysis to inform school evaluation and development planning
have vision to lead our school

You are welcomed and encouraged to visit the school by prior arrangement. Please telephone for an appointment. Details and application form from: Mrs J Sweeting, School Business Manager, e-mail:admin@thaxted.essex.sch.uk

Applications to be received by 6pm 6^th October 2014. Interviews to be held at the School week commencing 13^th October 2014.

The school is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Information about the School

Thaxted Primary School is a warm and welcoming school situated in the historic and thriving market town of Thaxted on the Essex/Suffolk borders. It is a place where children can develop a love of learning and flourish in a safe, healthy, happy and stimulating environment.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.