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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated leader to guide a vibrant primary school community. This role involves articulating a clear vision, fostering individual growth, and promoting a positive school culture. You will work closely with staff, parents, and the community to ensure a nurturing environment for children. The position offers a supportive atmosphere backed by a committed Governing Body and enthusiastic students. If you are passionate about education and want to make a meaningful impact, this is an exciting opportunity to join a thriving educational establishment.

Benefits

Strong support from Governing Body
Encouraging learning environment
Dedicated staff
Supportive community

Qualifications

  • Experience in school leadership and management.
  • Ability to articulate and implement a shared vision.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and develop the school's vision and values.
  • Ensure all children achieve their full potential.

Skills

Leadership
Communication
Strategic Planning
Community Engagement
Innovation

Education

Qualified Teacher Status
Degree in Education or related field

Job description

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Hours Per Week: Full time, 100%

Base Location: Mottram Church of England Primary School, War Hill, Mottram, SK14 6JL

Assessment Date: Shortlisting Thursday 15th May 2025, Interviews Wednesday 21st May 2025 and Thursday 22nd May 2025

Required: 1st September 2025

At the heart of our small school is a family. We encourage children to show compassion for others and to embrace our theologically rooted Christian vision and the love of Jesus.

The Governors of Mottram Church of England Primary School are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, inspirational, and dedicated person to lead and continue to develop our happy and successful school.

We are looking for someone who will:

  • Ensure the vision for the school is clearly articulated, shared, understood, and acted upon effectively by all.
  • Value all children as individuals and ensure that all children are confident and able to achieve their full potential.
  • Work within the school and Church communities to translate the vision into agreed objectives and operational plans which will promote and sustain school improvement.
  • Demonstrate the vision and Christian values in everyday work and practice.
  • Motivate and work with others to create a shared culture and positive climate.
  • Encourage creativity, innovation, and the use of appropriate new technologies to achieve excellence.
  • Ensure that strategic planning takes account of the diversity, values, and experience of the school and community at large.

In return, we can offer you:

  • A vibrant and encouraging environment for learning, underpinned by a strong theologically rooted Christian vision.
  • Strong support from an effective and dedicated Governing Body.
  • Happy, confident, and enthusiastic children who enjoy learning.
  • Dedicated, supportive, and hard-working staff committed to further raising standards in the classroom.
  • Supportive parents, carers, parish, and community.

We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children in our care and expect all staff to share this commitment. We follow safer recruitment practices, and appointments are subject to satisfactory DBS clearance, references, and statutory checks.

Completed applications should be emailed to the Chair of Governors, Kate Sanderson, at [emailprotected].

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