Dear Applicant,

Thank you for your interest in the Headteacher position at The Cranbourne Primary School. It is an exciting time to join Danes Educational Trust; we are a growing, forward-thinking organisation with significant momentum, where collaboration, inclusion, and curriculum innovation are truly at our core.

This is a great opportunity to take the lead on the successful strategic development and direction of Cranbourne, providing the vision and effective leadership that will ensure the continuation of high quality education for all its pupils and excellent standards of learning and achievement. Our Headteachers are part of a collaborative team of leaders across the Trust who work together to develop optimistic, resilient learners and valued and empowered staff supported by a central team of business professionals including Finance, Human Resources, IT, Marketing and Estates and Governance. 

The ideal candidate will be a qualified teacher with substantial experience and impact in a senior leadership role working as an Assistant Headteacher, Deputy Headteacher or Headteacher in a primary setting.  Evidence of the successful implementation of strategies to improve learning environment, to continue to raise the standards of achievement for all pupils and the effective management of change will be key to success in this role as well as the ability to create positive personal impact.  

We were delighted when Cranbourne become part of Danes Educational Trust in January 2024. Being part of a Multi Academy Trust (MAT) offer many benefits, including the opportunity to work with similar schools, sharing expertise and resources.​

​Cranbourne is a well -resourced two-form entry primary school situated in the heart of Hoddesdon with an excellent reputation and good school numbers. Please do visit our school website on https://www.cranbourne.herts.sch.uk/ for further information about the school.​

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Our vision is that Cranbourne will become a primary school of excellence, where every child is both challenged and supported to achieve their potential. We believe every child should be inspired by a rich learning environment and varied curriculum which focuses on establishing the highest standard of core skills, whilst developing independent and flexible learners. We have high expectations for our pupils and want to ensure that we provide the best possible education so that our pupils achieve academically, socially, emotionally and have the best possible start to their primary school education. ​

The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate that they share our values, are highly motivated and that they are flexible in their approach. If this is you then we would be delighted to receive your application. 

The Trust is committed to the well-being and continuing professional development of all members of staff. This role would provide an excellent opportunity for an outstanding and ambitious person. Our Trust has a track record of excellent pupil attainment and achievement and offers exceptional professional development opportunities.

Yours sincerely,