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Mayflower Primary School is a friendly, inclusive and popular school in an economically diverse area on the north coast of Essex.
The current Headteacher is retiring following many happy years building the school to the success it is today. The governors, staff and pupils are looking to appoint an enthusiastic Headteacher to build upon the school's achievements to ensure its continued development.
The governors are looking for somebody who;
- Has a high aspiration for all pupils to reach their fullest potential academically, whilst also understanding and supporting their holistic development.
- Will champion a curriculum that our teachers will be excited to teach and will inspire our children to learn.
- Is committed to the school's inclusive nature and recognises the importance of meeting the diverse needs of all our pupils.
- Has a secure understanding of safeguarding matters and advocates for the safety and welfare of all pupils.
- Shall be committed to outdoor play and learning within the curriculum as is already fostered within the school through OPAL and Forest school.
- Will be committed to working in partnership with other local schools and understands the benefit this brings to the school and the local community.
- Fosters a positive learning culture and encourages continued further development of staff.
Our pupils are looking for a new headteacher who;
- Greets them at the school gate with a smile each day.
- Makes pupils feel happy to be at school.
- Likes to get involved in lessons and outdoor play.
- Treats all pupils equally, no favouritism or comparison as no two children are the same.
- Is supportive of the pupils in sporting events, ideally willing to attend to cheer the pupils on.
- Is approachable and available for the children to talk to if they have any issues.
- Shares our school virtues.
- Is fun and wants to make the school environment a bright and happy one.
In return we are able to offer you;
- Pupils who embody the Mayflower Primary School character virtues and ethos.
- A team of hard working, motivated staff who are all driven by the desire for their pupils to succeed.
- Staff who are trained and committed to our schools academic and person centred curriculum.
- An active and engaging educational partnership with other local schools.
- A supportive and effective Governing Board.
Mayflower Primary School is a medium sized school with an intake of up to 420 pupils spread across 14 classes, 2 per year group (currently year 3 has only 1 class) and The Cove. The school is set on an attractive shared site where the children have access to a vast playing field with outdoor play facilities, a woodland / wild life area used for outdoor play and learning and a separate large enclosed playground for the EYFS classes.
At Mayflower Primary we have high expectations of our pupils and teach a broad and balanced curriculum, whilst also embracing character education in order to ensure all pupils build character skills for life past school.
We pride ourselves on being an inclusive school, welcoming children from a broad spectrum of backgrounds, cultures and with individual needs. Our commitment is to ensure every child at Mayflower Primary receives the support they require, so when they leave our school they have been able to reach their full potential.
We welcome and encourage all potential applicants to arrange a school visit with our current Headteacher Mrs E Bartholomew. To arrange an appointment please contact our School Business Manager Tracey Cochrane on 01255 502 444 - Option 4.
Information about the School
The Mayflower Primary School is two form entry with 380 currently on role. Our school is situated in Dovercourt, Harwich. We have good links with local schools, a strong Governing Body and supportive parents. The community feel of our school is important to us.