The Diocese of Chichester has 155 schools across Sussex working in partnership with our 360 parishes. Our vision for Education is to be “Deeply Christian, serving the common good.” Based at Church House in Hove, we seek to live out our vision to “Know, love and follow Jesus”.
School Effectiveness Officer: Christian Distinctiveness, RE and SIAMS
We are seeking an experienced senior leader to help us deliver educational excellence and effectiveness across the 155 Church of England schools and academies that belong to the household of faith in the Diocese of Chichester.
Job Description and person specification
For an information conversation about the role please contact the Deputy Director of Education, Ruth Cumming (ruth.cumming@chichester.anglican.org)
Please apply via Pathways by midnight on Sunday 9th February 2025.
Interviews will be held at Church House, Hove on Friday 28th February 2025.
Headteacher Vacancies
Goring CofE Primary School- Headteacher
We are looking for a Headteacher who is able to demonstrate outstanding professional leadership with a strong clarity of Christian vision to guide us through the next stage of the school’s development. The successful candidate will be guided by Christian principles; able to empower other leaders and be passionate about the development of primary teaching and working with young people.
Applications by noon on 3rd March 2025.
Visits to the school from applicants are welcomed and encouraged. To arrange a visit, please contact the school at office@goringprimary.org.
Interviews will be held on 27th and 28th March 2025
Balcombe CofE Primary School- Headteacher
Balcombe CE School Governors are seeking to recruit a new Headteacher from September 2025. Following a 15 year period of exceptional leadership, our current Headteacher will be leaving at the end of the school year. We are seeking to appoint an inspirational Headteacher with a proven record in educational leadership and the ability to build on the strong foundations and teamwork already created within our school. We want someone to lead our staff to continue to deliver an excellent education for our children.
Closing date for applications is Monday 10th March 2025
Visits to the school from applicants are welcomed and encouraged. Please contact the school business manager, Lara Power, at bursar@balcombeschool.co.uk or 01444 811403 (term time only) to arrange a visit.
Interviews will be held on Tuesday 18th March 2025
Other Vacancies
The Holy Trinity CE Secondary School, Crawley- Clerk to Governors vacancy
We are seeking a dedicated Clerk to join our Governing Body. If you’re passionate about supporting school governance and enjoy building positive relationships, we would love to hear from you.
click here for further information on the school website
West Park CE Primary School, Worthing - Foundation Governor Vacancy
Click here for further information. Click here for the school website
Contact the Clerk to Governors or the Chair of Governors to discuss the role
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