Are you ready to lead an inclusive, primary school as part of Wandle Learning Trust, a growing multi-academy trust?

Grovelands Community Primary is a thriving three-form entry school in the market town of Hailsham, in East Sussex north of Eastbourne.

Our school is looking for an inspiring, bold and nurturing Headteacher with extensive curriculum knowledge and a commitment to quality first teaching. You will either already be a Headteacher, or a Deputy Head with extensive and demonstrable leadership experience.

Are you committed to collaboration and driving up standards for all?

In addition to the opportunity to work with highly rewarding children, we can offer you:

• Extensive opportunities for personal development through our Teaching School, English and Maths Hubs, including playing a leading role in regional and national school improvement.

• The autonomy to develop your curriculum in the best interests of your school community.

• A genuine partnership with like-minded, innovative school leaders to support school level, as well as Trust-wide, school improvement.

Closing date for applications: Midday Wednesday 22nd April.

Interviews: Week of 27th April.

We strongly encourage you to arrange a school visit on one of the following dates: 14^th and 15^th April. Contact Executive Headteacher, Jon Goulding on office@grovelands.e-sussex.sch.uk for an informal discussion or to arrange a visit.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and a Children’s Barred List check.

The Wandle Learning Trust values the diversity of our students and is proud to inspire them through representative teaching and support staff.  We aim to select all staff on merit, irrespective of race, sex, disability, age, gender reassignment, sexuality or other protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010.

 The Academy welcomes applications from disabled candidates. If you have a disability, please indicate any adjustments we might make when applying in order to ensure that the shortlisting process is fair and meets your needs.

 CVs are not accepted.