Head of School

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Job Description

• Hopton CEVC Primary School - Diss, Norfolk IP22 2QY
• Point L4-7, £53,602 - £57,831 per annum
• Full Time (job share considered)
• Permanent
• Reference: 6849
• Required to start 24 February 2025

Hopton CEVC Primary School wishes to appoint a new and dedicated Head of School who will drive the school's Christian vision and strategic leadership during the next stage of our journey as we join Elveden Schools Trust. They will work alongside the Executive Head Teacher who will support the successful candidate to ensure that the school continues to provide the very best education for all children.

You will:

• demonstrate experience of driving sustained school improvement
• support the staff in leading curriculum innovation and design in line with the school's Christian vision
• ensure all children with SEN receive the education they deserve through bespoke provision and multi-agency working
• demonstrate effective behaviour management which enables children and staff to flourish
• share a passion for education, and can demonstrate how you have helped to improve the quality of education
• establish and oversee systems, processes and policies to ensure the smooth running of the school
• use school data to inform strategy and monitor impact through children's progress and attainment.
• deliver high quality teaching and learning through Boosters, PPA cover (This role may have a teaching element although not class responsibility).

We can offer you:

• enthusiastic and ambitious children who are keen to learn
• a talented and welcoming staff team that embrace new ways of working and are committed to supporting colleagues and children
• a wide range of CPD opportunities to support you in your new role
• a supportive community and Local Academy Committee
• a real commitment to staff wellbeing and workload.

For more information

If you have any queries or if you would like to arrange a visit, please contact the school office by email: admin@hopton.suffolk.sch.uk or telephone 01953 681449.

Please find a downloadable copy of the full Job Description (docx) for further details.

How to apply

Please find downloadable copies of theApplication Form (docx) and the Application Guidance (docx).

Completed applications should be returned via email or post to: Hopton CEVC Primary School, Thelnetham Road, Hopton, Diss, Norfolk IP22 2QY or via email to the school office: admin@hopton.suffolk.sch.uk

Closing date: 12 pm, 31 January 2025.

Interview date: 4 February 2025.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community.

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and a comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on successful applicants including an enhanced disclosure check.

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