Vacancy Details

Job Ref No. ECC3239-59L Position Type: Headteacher Pay Range: L8-L14

Position Start Date: 01/09/2025 Contract Type: Full-time Contract Term: Permanent

Application Close: 31/12/2024 Midday Date of Interviews: Wednesday 22nd January 2025

Job Description

Are you ready to take the next step in your teaching career and become the Headteacher of a rural Church of England village school, steeped in history, at the heart of the community?

Matching Green Church of England School is a thriving rural school with 90 pupils, set in the heart of the Essex countryside, with a team of dedicated inspiring teaching and support staff.

Part of the Diocese of Chelmsford, with strong links to the church and the community. A school looking to build on its outstanding reputation for delivering education that is more than just academic, preparing pupils for secondary education, nurturing the whole child. Our supportive and inclusive environment encourages children to grow, learn, and develop self-confidence, whilst 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.

We are looking for:

• A passionate educator, committed to providing the highest standards of education and building on the great reputation of our school within the community.

• Someone with respect and understanding of the Christian ethos of our school.

• An excellent communicator, able to build strong relationshipswith parents, governors, and the local community.

• A compassionate leader who can support the individual needs of our pupils, ensuring each child reaches their full potential in line with our school vision'children learning with their hearts, heads and hands'.

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.

The successful candidate will have to meet the requirements of the Person Specification and Job Description, and will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Please see the attachedHeadteacher Appointment Information Pack for the full Job Description and Person Specification.

Information about the School

Group Size:1 NOR: 90

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.