Headteacher

'Motivating and Inspiring Our Children to Achieve…

….in a Creative, Caring, Christian Community'

Orsett Church of England Primary School is a high performing school with a strong team of dedicated and enthusiastic teaching staff, and happy, well-achieving children. The School has a ‘Good’ rating from the OFSTED inspection in 2012 and an ‘Outstanding’ judgment from the SIAMS inspection in 2013. Parents and visitors describe the school as warm and welcoming and the children are happy, confident and talk about their learning experiences with pride.

Our Christian ethos and the caring and inclusive atmosphere which it creates, is based on the belief that every child is entitled to an education which inspires them not only to succeed, but also to develop a long lasting love of learning.

Governors are seeking to appoint an individual with inspirational vision, drive and energy to build on the success of the previous Headteacher and lead the school into the next phase of its development.

We are seeking a Headteacher who:

• Is an outstanding teacher who is passionate about teaching and learning.
• Has the vision to build on what we do best, extend our capacity for excellence in all areas of school life and lead us, by example, through the next phase of our journey.
• Has the energy, passion and commitment to improve outcomes for all our children with a genuine interest in the whole development of every child.
• Is willing to work to continue the distinctive Christian character of our school.
• Enjoys leading, supporting, challenging and inspiring others in search of excellence.

We can offer:

• A friendly and successful Church school where every individual is valued.
• A dedicated team of highly supportive staff who want to provide the very best opportunities for our children.
• A fully engaged, effective, forward-thinking and supportive Governing Body.
• Enthusiastic, well behaved and friendly children who are highly motivated and love learning.
• Supportive parents who work well with the school.
• Opportunities for growth as a leader with a strong commitment to continuing professional development.

If you are strongly interested in the post, viewing is essential, the school will be open for viewings on Friday 26th February 2016 please call the school to confirm your place on 01375 891383.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We require the successful applicant to undertake an enhanced Criminal Record check via the Disclosure & Barring Service.

This post is subject to the Childcare (Disqualification) Regulations 2009 and as such shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a Disqualification Declaration. Any information supplied will be discussed at interview.

Applications packs are available from EPM Ltd, email headship@epm.co.uk or download from www.epm.co.uk.

Closing date: 9.00am Monday 29th February 2016.
Shortlisting will take place the week commencing 29th February 2016.
Interviews will be held on 09th March 2016.

Orsett Church of England Primary School
School Lane, Orsett, Grays, Thurrock RM16 3JR