Headteacher

• Kelsale CEVC Primary School Saxmundham Suffolk IP17 2NP
• per annum
• Full Time
• Permanent
• Reference: 7049
• Required from 1 September 2025

This is an exciting opportunity for the right individual to continue building upon our current successes and steer the school to the next level of excellence. Kelsale Primary is a distinctively nurturingVoluntaryControlledChurchofEnglandSchoolthatprovidesanexceptionallyinclusive learningenvironment.Weaimtobuildarobusteducationalfoundationforallpupilssotheycan proceed confidently to a secondary school equipped with the skills they need to succeed.

Situated in the heart of a picturesque and historic rural community close to Suffolks Heritage Coast(withSouthwoldAldeburghMinsmereandSnapeMaltingsonlyashortdistanceaway) we are within easy walking distance of the local train stationatSaxmundhamwhichprovides direct links to Ipswich and Lowestoft.

During the past eight years Ofsted has consistently judged our school to be GOODacross all parameters strong testimony to the dedication and capability of our staff the support of parents and the tremendously positive energy of our students.

AtKelsalewehaveastrongcommunitybondandweexpectourheadteachertoknowevery pupil to understand and empathise with the stresses parents can experience and to build open and trusting relationships with all stakeholders.

You will:

• be committedtodevelopinganinnovativecurriculumincorporatingmetacognitive strategies healthy learning dispositions and positive classroom behaviour
• be abletoengageallstaffmembersinlifelonglearningandinspiremotivateguideand support staff so that they believe in themselves and enjoy their work
• be arolemodelofprofessionalismagiftedteacherandakindhumanbeing
• be alignedwithourschoolvision:Togetherwebelievewelearnlaughandshine
• be intunewithourcorevalues:CompassionRespectandPerseverance
• be gifted in communication and interpersonal skills including empathy forgiveness and the willingness to listen to others and respect their points of view.

Wewilloffer you:

• A generous salary package that recognises and rewards your leadership experience commitment and performance.
• Accesstolocalandnationalprofessionalsupportnetworks.
• Continuousprofessionaldevelopmentopportunities.
• Ahighly supportive school community that will value your wellbeing appreciate your efforts and recognise your achievements.
• An experienced staff and governing body with a consistent track record of working effectively as a team to ensure every childs wellbeing happiness and academic progress.

For more information

Visits to the school are warmly encouraged to arrange this please contactDr Matthew Sullivan Chair ofGovernorsby calling0or emailing .

How to apply

To apply please request an application pack by contacting theHeadteacherRecruitmentTeam by emailing.

Closingdate:10April2025.

Interviewdates:24and25April2025.

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