Headteacher

We are seeking to appoint an inspirational person with the skills, passion and drive to ensure each individual child receives an outstanding education enabling all children to achieve their full potential.

We are currently embarking on the process of converting to an academy and joining a local multi-academy trust. We believe this will provide wonderful opportunities for our new Headteacher, school, staff and children.

Mendlesham School is a small, rural school, set within a vibrant community and benefiting from great facilities, including a modern building, extensive playing fields and community woodland - all providing excellent resources for the school.

We are looking for:

• a positive, natural leader with the ability to deliver continual improvement
• you will have a clear strategic vision and the skills to manage through change
• you will have excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate effectively
• you bring out the best in others, supporting a team ethos as you engage with adults and children.

In return, we can offer you:

• a conscientious hardworking and committed team of staff
• well behaved, enthusiastic children who are eager to learn and very proud of their school
• an ambitious, supportive governing body and dedicated, innovative PTA
• the opportunity and support to develop professionally and further your career.

We would urge you to visit us prior to an application so that we can answer questions you may have and you can see our wonderful school.

To arrange a visit please contact the school office, Mrs Cracknell or Mrs Riches on (01449)766224. Email: ad.mendlesham.p@talk21.com.

For further details and an application pack please contact: headships@suffolk.gov.uk or Tel: (01473) 263943.

Closing date: midday, 9 May 2016.
Interview date: 23/24 May 2016.

All vacancies appear on: www.suffolkjobsdirect.org.

This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS checks required for relevant posts.

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