Headteacher

Headteacher required for Saxmundham Primary School commencing Summer term 2023

• Saxmundham Primary School Brook Farm Rd, Saxmundham IP17 1XQ

• L14-18 £61,042-£67,351 per annum

• Full Time

• Permanent

• Required from Summer Term 2023

• Job share welcomed 

We are seeking to appoint a motivated, enthusiastic and creative Headteacher for Summer 2023, who can drive innovation and enhance pupils’ academic achievement and opportunities for personal development. Our new Headteacher will lead our school on a journey of continuous improvement, will fully engage with the community and always strive to meet the needs and maximise opportunities for our pupils.

Saxmundham Primary School is a 315 place primary school with a new and expanding nursery. The school is part of Avocet Academy Trust in the attractive and well-connected town of Saxmundham near the Suffolk heritage coast. It is a rapidly growing area with good local amenities and housing for growing families.

The successful candidate will be encouraged and supported to take changes which have a positive and tangible impact on our pupils, families and staff.

Application forms can be downloaded from the link and should be accompanied by a CV and letter of application and sent by email to recruitment@avocetacademy.org

The closing date for applications is Midday on Tuesday 10th of January 2023.

We warmly welcome visits to the school. To arrange a visit or for an informal conversation about the role please contact Cheryl Singleton on 01728 602205 or info@avocetacademy.org.

Saxmundham Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful applicant will be required to undertake child protection screening appropriate to the post, including an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Applicants should be aware that we will undertake a general online search as part of the application process and by completing the application form you agree for us to do so.