Head of School

St Mark's CE (A) Primary School is part of a hard federation with Etruscan Primary School and Thomas Boughey Nursery School. St Mark's has recently been judged as 'Outstanding' in it's latest SIAMS inspection. We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated, experienced leader with strong management and leadership skills who will continue to develop our school on our journey to outstanding. The successful applicant will lead and inspire staff and children to achieve the highest standards within a supportive school environment; possess an excellent knowledge of teaching and learning pedagogy and the demands of the curriculum; have an ability to continue to drive improvements in teaching and learning across the school; can promote the Christian ethos and school values and have excellent communication skills.

The School can offer:

• An effective and supportive leadership team and a knowledgeable 'Good' Federation Board of Governors (Governor review Summer 2016)
• A team committed to high quality teaching and learning with a professional outlook to continual development and improvement
• Superbly behaved children who are enthusiastic and eager to learn
• An excellent community culture, working in partnership to promote successful outcomes for all pupils across the federation

The children at St Mark's CE (A) School want excellent staff who will:

• Have high expectations for themselves and all pupils
• Be creative in ensuring the delivery of exciting learning opportunities
• Show enthusiasm, be motivational and hard working

This is an exciting opportunity suitable for a committed and proven leader ready to take on whole school leadership as St Mark's continues on its journey to outstanding.

Please contact Lorriane Bloore School Business Manager Telephone: 01782 234411 or email on lbloore@sgfl.org.uk for more details and an application pack

Closing date: 1 October 2016.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff to share this commitment. Successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and a completed Disqualification by Association form.