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Join Our Journey as a Primary School Headteacher!
The Diocese of Chelmsford Vine Schools Trust is excited to offer an incredible opportunity for a compassionate and inspirational leader to join our vibrant Howbridge CofE Junior School, starting September 2025.
Howbridge Junior School is a church of England school based in Witham, Essex. At Howbridge, we believe in nurturing the whole child, beyond just academic achievement. Our supportive and inclusive environment encourages children to grow, learn, and develop self-confidence while embracing Christian values. As the heart of our school community, the Headteacher plays a pivotal role in leading by example and shaping the future of our pupils.
About Us:
• Rated 'Good' by Ofsted in November 2023 and recognized as an Effective Church School by SIAMS.
• Strong Christian ethos driving our school family, with a focus on high expectations of work and behaviour.
• Emphasis on positive relationships and caring attitudes within the school community.
• Guided by our core Christian values: Forgiveness, Perseverance, Humility and Courage.
What We're Looking For:
• A passionate and experienced educator dedicated to maintaining high standards of education and upholding our school's good reputation.
• Someone who deeply understands and respects our Christian ethos.
• A natural leader who can inspire and motivate our talented team of teachers and support staff.
• Excellent communication skills to foster strong relationships with parents, governors, and the wider community.
• A visionary who can shape an engaging and forward-thinking curriculum that embraces diversity and fosters a love for learning.
• A compassionate leader who supports the individual needs of our pupils, ensuring each child flourishes and reaches their full potential.
What We Offer:
• A warm and nurturing school environment with a strong Christian ethos.
• A dedicated, committed, and enthusiastic team of staff.
• Supportive governors and parents who are actively involved in school life.
• Access to ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
• State-of-the-art facilities to enhance the learning experience.
Join our family of 21 schools within The Vine Schools Trust, where we create a close-knit group of headteachers passionate about their own schools and committed to working together for the benefit of all children.
The successful candidate will have to meet the requirements of the person specification, job description, and will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Join us at Howbridge and make a difference in the lives of our wonderful pupils. Apply now to become part of a caring community where every child's potential is celebrated and cherished.
We look forward to meeting you and sharing our exciting opportunities.
Applying for this position is straightforward. The first step is to download our application form and submit it to Elizabeth Williams at Elizabeth.Williams@dcvst.org and mark it for the attention of Emma Wigmore (C.E.O.) and Karen Jones (Assistant C.EO).
Visits to the school are welcome and recommended. Please contact Elizabeth Williams for an appointment.
Once you have submitted your application form, you will receive an email confirming that your application has been received.
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. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Please do not hesitate to contact Elizabeth Williams at the above email address if you have any queries.
Information about the School
The Diocese of Chelmsford Vine Schools Trust is a growing academy chain currently serving 21 schools across the diocese. It is our aim to help our schools deliver, within a Christian context, the best educational, spiritual, physical, social and emotional outcomes for children and their families. This is achieved through a range of partnerships, including; schools, each local community, churches and our Multi-Academy Trust.
Schools in the trust are: Belchamp St Paul, Bulphan, Orsett, Ridgewell, Rivenhall, Rolph, St. Andrew's Weeley, Great Clacton, St Osyth, Howbridge, St. James Harlow, St. James, Colchester, Christchurch, St Leonard's, St. Cedd's, St Margaret's, William Martin Infant & Nursery and William Martin Junior, St Andrew's Gt Yeldham, Colne Engaine