Headteacher (L11 - L17)

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PEACE (Perseverance, Excellence, Awe and Wonder, Compassion and Enjoyment) An Outstanding Happy School

HEADTEACHER

for April 2025

ISR:  L11 - L17

NoR: 144

Due to the current Headteacher’s career progression the pupils, staff and Governors of this friendly and successful Church school are looking for an enthusiastic Headteacher with warmth and energy to lead our caring village school.

Coton-in-the-Elms CE Primary School is very much part of the community and is set in the heart of the National Forest on the border of Staffordshire and Leicestershire with great transport links to the A38 and M42.

We are looking for a collaborative and enthusiastic leader who:

• Can build excellent relationships with children, staff, parents, Governors, and the wider community and provide stability to take the school forwards.
• Is committed to excellence in teaching and learning.
• Has a personalised and inclusive approach to education underpinned by Christian distinctiveness

We can offer:

• A friendly and happy learning environment with a family ethos.
• Motivated children and dedicated staff with a modern and vibrant approach where children can flourish.
• A commitment to continued professional development.
• A committed, supportive, and active Governing Board.

Visits to the school by arrangement are warmly welcomed – please contact us on 01283 761361. Please also visit our website for further details of the school – https://coton-in-the-elms.derbyshire.sch.uk.

Committed to safeguarding the welfare of our children.

Closing date:               5 January 2025

Interviews:                   23 and 24 January 2025

Further details and an application pack are available online at www.derbyshire.gov.uk/jobs or Call Derbyshire on 01629 533190 quoting Job Reference JOB/24/04211

Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.