Dronfield Henry Fanshawe School is a successful, oversubscribed, high attaining Technology College with 1783 students on roll including 313 in Sixth Form. Budget: £8+m. It is situated close to the centres of Sheffield and Chesterfield on the edge of the Peak District National Park. The Governors wish to appoint a colleague with exceptional leadership qualities to this key role in the future development of our school.

We are seeking to appoint a person who:

has an outstanding track record in Resource Leadership with proven success
demonstrates commitment to continuous improvement in the development of people and systems in order to raise achievement of staff and students
has the personal authority, communication and organisational skills to lead and manage effectively and with impact
is excited about the potential of new technologies to transform learning experiences
has the vision, imagination and commitment to add to the strengths of our Strategic Leadership Team, to meet the highest professional standards and be a role model for our school
is able to think strategically, analytically and creatively with due regard for accountability.

We were identified as an Ofsted Good Practice School for school improvement (September 2012), IiP Gold 2013 and our CPD has been judged to be outstanding (CPD Mark 2012). All staff may enjoy the benefits of our Associate Leadership Programme. Current Self –Evaluation moving to/at Grade 1. Our aim is to be exemplary in all we do.

Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, candidates will be required to undertake a Criminal Record 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.

Please contact us to discuss the post or to arrange to visit the school and meet the Headteacher. Application packs are available from Claire Burgin (cburgin@dronfield.derbyshire.sch.uk) at the above address or from the school website. Please apply directly to the school, for the attention of the Headteacher.

Closing Date for above post: Midnight, Wednesday 17th June 2015
Interviews to be held week beginning: Week Commencing 22nd June 2015