What skills and experience we're looking for
We need you to:
• be passionate about and committed to collaborative working with the Executive Headteacher, colleagues across our MAT, governors, directors, teachers and support staff;
• have high expectations for your own performance, staff performance and the progress, attainment and behaviour of all pupils;
• have a proven track record in developing others, especially through coaching, mentoring and a commitment to continual professional development of others;
• have accurate judgement about the quality of learning in lessons and pupils' books and deliver clear feedback to teachers on strengths and weaknesses;
• be open to learning, developing and improving your own skills in this senior role;
• demonstrate effective leadership, managerial and organisational skills and have a strong track record of improving outcomes for pupils;
• have the ability and drive to manage on-going challenges to prioritise both the pupils’ well-being and academic progress;
• be optimistic and resilient, with the ability to remain calm, energetic and positive in challenging situations;
• have confident communication skills and an ability to motivate others to go the extra mile;
• have a commitment to staff well-being; and
• have a shared belief in our traditions and Christian vision and values.
What the school offers its staff
We can offer you:
• a vibrant, inclusive school with strong Christian vision and values;
• pupils who are well behaved, keen to learn and proud of their school;
• a friendly, committed and purposeful staff team, who strive to deliver the best outcomes for every child inclusively;
• a range of professional development opportunities to ensure you succeed;
• support and coaching from the Executive Headteacher;
• a positive, forward-thinking working environment with experienced, engaged and well-informed directors and governors;
• a supportive network of colleagues across our multi-academy trust; and
• close links with the church and local community.
Further details about the role
Debden C of E Primary Academy is a vibrant, friendly and inclusive village school, with a strong focus on promoting Christian values. We are seeking to appoint an inspiring, dynamic and enthusiastic Headteacher to join our excellent team and shape the futures of the children at Debden. Using your courageous leadership and strong management skills, you will make a significant contribution to the further development of this successful school. The school is part of Great Oak Multi Academy Trust, which promotes collaboration, a common commitment to learn from each other by sharing good practice and experiences and benefits from specialist support provided from our professional central services team for HR, finance and health and safety allowing the Headteacher to focus on teaching and learning. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious individual looking to further their career within our supportive trust.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.