Headteacher/Head of School

The children, parents, staff and governors of Middleton Cheney Primary Academy are seeking to appoint a passionate and inspirational head to lead our great school. Our current head will be retiring at the end of the academic year. You will either be a current head/deputy head or a business leader with a solid understanding of the modern education system.

Middleton Cheney Primary Academy is a two form entry village school that has community at its heart and values the individual. We want our children to be confident in their own abilities and to reach their fullest potential in all areas of life and development. We nurture a supportive community where every child and adult is worthy of understanding and respect.

In 2013 the Governors agreed to convert the school to Academy status, joining a multi-academy trust (MAT) along with two other schools within our cluster. At the same time, the church schools within the cluster formed another MAT and two MATs came together under a local collaborative trust.

We are looking for someone who:

• has a clear commitment to the development of the whole child
• will drive forward teaching and learning so all our children can reach their full potential
• will be committed to the safeguarding and well-being of children
• is a strategic, creative and innovative thinker with outstanding leadership and management skills
• is a good team player who wants to enthuse and involve the people around them
• has the ability to adapt to an ever changing education world
• has excellent communication skills at all levels
• is able to drive forward

We can offer:

• A safe and stimulating environment where success is celebrated and where children feel confident to explore, take risks in their learning and gain from their experiences.
• Enthusiastic, well-behaved children who are keen to learn and are proud of their school
• An extremely hard working, committed and high quality team of staff
• An active, strong and supportive governing body
• Close links with other local schools in our local collaborative trust

Visits to the Academy are warmly welcomed and encouraged. Please arrange appointments through Kathy Hale, Business Manager on 01295 710218.

The Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake a criminal record check via the DBS.

If you feel this may be the career opportunity you are looking for, please contact us for an application pack, email bursar@middletoncheney.northants-ecl.gov.uk or download via our website www.mcpa.org.uk