Moor Lane, Budleigh Salterton, EX9 6QF(Group 2: Salary L8 - L11, NOR 275)
ACTING HEADTEACHER required initially for the period 4 April -31 August 2011 with a possibility to extend.
Applications close at noon on Friday 11 February 2011
Interviews are scheduled for Thursday 17 February 2011
Application forms are available from Devon Learning and Development Partnership: admin.headships@devon.gov.uk
Aspiring heads who have preferably achieved NPQH may wish to apply for this full time post, to provide cover during the absence of the headteacher, as a secondment. The governors are seeking to appoint an inspiring and enthusiastic new leader, with the ability to engage with children and parents, as well as encourage, support and empower our hard working staff. They will be keen to uphold the strong Christian teachings of the school. The successful candidate will be someone looking for an opportunity to make a real difference.
You should have: excellent leadership, management and organisational skills; the aptitude to lead and manage change, whilst developing strong and progressive working relationships; the skills to develop a creative, stimulating and rich curriculum and a desire to raise attainment; the enthusiasm to create an environment fit for learning and establish a learning culture among the whole school population; the ability to raise expectations and aspirations to give each child the best possible start in life and a high regard for the Church of England character of the school and to uphold the Christian ethos.
The school can offer you: a high level of support and commitment from our hard working staff; friendly and enthusiastic children who are keen to learn and a supportive Governing body with a positive attitude to continuing professional development and commitment to maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
Applicants seeking secondment must have the approval of their Governing Body before applying for this post.
