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Headteacher

Martock Church of England Primary School

Somerset

  • Expired
Salary:
L15-L21
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
1st September 2020

Job overview

The Governors of Martock CE VA Primary School, wish to appoint an inspirational Headteacher to lead, shape and influence our future while building on our strengths to ensure continued success. 

We currently have 210 children on roll covering eight classes. Our School is rated “Good” by Ofsted and “Outstanding” by SIAMS. It is a place where a love of learning is promoted by motivated staff, within a safe and happy environment and in which every person is given the opportunity to flourish. Christian values and spirituality are at the heart of all aspects of school life. A family atmosphere is fostered, within which children feel confident to express their individuality and their talents. They know that their efforts and achievements will be appreciated and celebrated.

The Governors are looking for a new Headteacher to lead our school, who:

  • is able to demonstrate effective leadership and management skills
  • has the ability to inspire a strong, supportive and caring team dedicated to continue to provide the best for our children
  • has high expectations of pupils’ achievement and behaviour
  • has a breadth of experience across all primary ages
  • is committed to promoting, developing and nurturing the Christian ethos of the school and its links with the church and diocese

In return, we can offer:

  • a friendly, supportive and inclusive school with engaging children who have an appetite for learning
  • a school community committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children
  • the opportunity to further improve school performance alongside a team of conscientious and enthusiastic staff members who work together to provide the best education and support for our children
  • a supportive, challenging and enthusiastic governing body
  • a school that has strong links with the diocese, church and surrounding community and plays a valuable part in village life 
  • our commitment to your continued professional development.

Please return your completed  application to SSERecruitment@somerset.gov.uk 

Martock Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people; this is a commitment which we expect all staff and volunteers to share. The successful candidate will be required to have a Disclosure and Barring check in line with the Government’s Safer Recruitment guidelines.

Further Information:

Location:  Martock, South Somerset

Occupational Group: Teaching

Salary Band: L15-L21 (£57,986 - £67,183)

Full Time, Permanent

Start Date:  1st September 2020

Closing date for applications: 12 noon on Monday 6th January 2020

Shortlisting Date: 15th January 2020

Interview Date: 29th and 30th January 2020

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged. Please phone the school on 01935 823486 to make an appointment for either Wednesday 4th December or Tuesday 10th December 

Attached documents

About Martock Church of England Primary School

Our children happily come to school each day. When they are here, they are engaged and interested in the lessons and the wide range of activities on offer.  

We have high expectations and great ambition for all our children. I have been Head Teacher here for seven years and the children's progress ​and their achievements have improved year on year which is lovely to see. Many of the 2017 results showed our children to be achieving  at least national averages reflecting great progress from their individual starting points.

We are extremely proud to provide a varied, interesting and inclusive curriculum that allows children to develop as individuals and follow their own interests and passions. We have regular chances for them to do gardening, cookery, creative arts, singing, drama and exploring the local environment. On top of this the teachers and teaching assistants work incredibly hard to make sure each child  progresses in the key skills of reading, writing and numeracy. 

Vision

Each child is nurtured in a secure and caring Christian environment and develops confidence and self-esteem.

Each child receives an excellent education, develops their skills and understanding, and fulfils their God-given potential. 

Each child develops a positive attitude towards learning and fully and happily engages in the curriculum. 

The school contributes to each child's happy, secure, spiritual, exciting, valuable and memorable childhood. 

Each child develops knowledge, empathy and understanding that will enable them to make the world a better place and to enjoy fulfilling and positive lives.  

Each child will enjoy life 'in all its fullness' (John 10:10) 

Values

Kindness (like that shown by the Good Samaritan Luke 10: 25-37) 

Respect (as demonstrated in the story of Ruth and Naomi Ruth 1: 16-17) 

Collaboration (shown by Noah and his family as they built the ark Genesis: 6-9) 

Effort (as needed by the friends of the paralysed man Mark 2) 

Safeguarding

Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility.
We have high expectations of our staff and visitors in terms of keeping our children safe.
Please read the policies on this website that support this.

If you visit the school please follow the guidance on the signing in book as you arrive.

Do not hesitate to let a member of staff know immediately if you have any concerns about a child or a member of staff. 

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