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Job Ref No. ECC3013-80L Position Type: Headteacher Pay Range: L12 - 18
Position Start Date: 01/09/2025 Contract Type: Full-time Contract Term: Permanent
Application Close: 24/02/2025 Midday Date of Interviews: 21st March 2025 Shortlisting Starts:  05/03/2025

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Pay Scale L12 - L18 (Group 2 School)

St Peter's is a vibrant, happy place with an exciting curriculum and a strong Christian vision that enables all to flourish. Located in North West Essex, we have a friendly, inclusive, family atmosphere, with children, parents, staff, governors and community committed to working together to facilitate the continuing success of our church school, with a strong Christian vision that drives all that we do. As a team we strive to ensure that a well-planned curriculum means every child enjoys learning, feels proud of their achievements and is confident that they can learn new skills and achieve their very best.

Recently inspected by Ofsted (October 2024), we are proud of our school where high aspirations and inspirational leadership results in pupils receiving an excellent standard of education. Our pupils are polite, respectful and well-behaved while our staff are fully engaged and high performing. During our recent Ofsted inspection, we were particularly proud to be awarded an 'outstanding' judgement for Personal Development and this reflects our ongoing dedication to ensuring 'life in all its fullness' for our children.

The Governors of St Peter's are seeking to appoint an exceptional, committed leader with a demonstrable 'growth' mind-set and the ability to build on the success of the current Head Teacher, by leading the school, together with the Senior Leadership Team, through its next stage of development.

An effective leader, motivator and team builder, you must have the ability and presence to inspire and influence pupils, staff and stakeholders; leading by example and encouraging collaborative working. As well as assuming responsibility for all aspects of school life, including our Christian distinctiveness as a church school, you will also direct the schools strategic planning, lead the development of the curriculum and deliver an outstanding provision which meets the needs of all our young people.

Inclusive and emotionally sensitive, you must possess well-developed leadership skills, a talent for developing and motivating others and the ability to manage resources and finances effectively.

In return, we can offer you strong governor support, the freedom to shape the future of the school and the opportunity for your continued professional development.

Visits to the school are welcomed and encouraged. Please contact Mrs Barbara Smart, School Business Manager, by telephone 01787 460362, or by e-mail admin@st-peters.essex.sch.uk

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young adults. Appointments will be subject to DBS clearance, online checks and satisfactory references.

Application Closing Date: Midday 24th February 2025

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

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Mr. N Hancock, Headteacher
School Road
Sible Hedingham, Halstead
Essex, CO9 3NR
Telephone: 01787 460362
Email: admin@st-peters.essex.sch.uk

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