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Doddinghurst C. of E. Junior School is a popular church school in a rural setting judged by the National Society Statutory Inspection of Anglican Schools as an Outstanding Church School (April 2012) and by OFSTED as Good (December 2013).

The pupils, staff and governing body are seeking to appoint a highly motivated and inspirational leader who will be able to continue the successful development of our school to be outstanding.

We are looking for someone who has:

A clear vision of excellence
The skill to lead the staff and pupils on the journey to becoming an Outstanding School
Drive and enthusiasm and a real belief in distributed leadership
The ability to plan strategically
The commitment to maintain and develop the Christian ethos and character of the school.

In return, we can offer:

Enthusiastic children, proud of their achievements and whose behaviour is outstanding. (OFSTED December 2013)
A talented, hardworking and dedicated team of teaching and support staff
An encouraging and challenging governing body who are proud of their school
A supportive church and local community
A school with good facilities and extensive grounds including a privately operated on-site Breakfast and After school club
A happy, caring environment.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. Please contact Jacqueline Palmer at the school. We also invite you to visit our web site: www.doddinghurst-jun.essex.sch.uk

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.