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Job Ref No. ECC3239-12L Position Type: Headteacher Pay Range: £44,397 - £51,372
Position Start Date: 05/01/2015 Contract Type: Full-time Contract Term: Permanent
Application Close: 13/10/2014 Midday Date of Interviews: Thursday 23rd October 2014  

Job Description

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Located in a beautiful village on the Essex / Hertfordshire border, Matching Green C of E Primary School is a "Good school with outstanding Behaviour and Safety of Pupils" (Ofsted March 2013). We offer our children an opportunity to reach their full potential in a safe, welcoming environment.

We are looking for someone who:

- has the drive and energy to lead by example, inspire and motivate;

- is committed to sustained improvement and has high expectations for all;

- will be involved in all aspects of school life;

- will promote and develop our strong Christian ethos;

- encourages and facilitates our children to be the best they can be;

- has a willingness to cover classes when required and share outstanding teaching practice with others.

We will offer you:

- a welcoming, friendly school with happy confident children who enjoy learning and achieving;

- a pivotal position at the heart of an exceptional village community;

- a dedicated and talented team of caring staff willing to go the extra mile;

- a fully supportive and active Governing Body with a commitment to Continuing Professional Development.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. Please contact Susan Woodhead in the school office on 01279 731225 to arrange a visit.

At Matching Green Primary School we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment

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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.

Information about the school

Contact Information

Denise Howes
Little Laver Road
Matching Green, Harlow
Essex, CM17 0QB
Telephone: 01279 731225
Email: admin@matchinggreen.essex.sch.uk