Position Start Date: 01/09/2026 Contract Type: Full-time Contract Term: Permanent
Application Close: 27/04/2026 Midday Date of Interviews: Wednesday 6th May 2026
Depending on experience
Moulsham Junior School, part of HIVE family of schools, is a thriving 5/6 form entry school with a deep commitment to inclusion, aspiration and belonging. As we continue to grow and strengthen our provision, we are looking to appoint an inspirational, motivated and positive senior leader to join our dynamic team.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is warm, patient and able to promote a strong sense of belonging for children, families and staff while also being:
* Driven to keep developing- professionally curious with the desire to continually grow in skills, knowledge and experience
* Passionate about high‑quality, inclusive teaching and learning that genuinely reaches every child
* Experienced in working with a wide range of educational needs, with the understanding needed to lead provision for all
* Analytical and reflective, able to use data creatively to track pupil progress in multiple ways
* Equipped with humour, resilience and emotional intelligence- essential qualities in our vibrant community
What We Offer
At Moulsham Junior School, you will be joining a compassionate, committed and ambitious team:
* Exceptional support from highly experienced senior leaders at both school and Trust level
* A collaborative environment where your ideas, expertise and leadership will shape future provision
* A place as a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, influencing strategic direction
* The opportunity to contribute to the future of Moulsham Junior School as part of the HIVE family of schools, where inclusion and aspiration sit at the heart of everything we do
* A warm, welcoming school community where children love to learn and staff love to work
Who We Are Looking For
* Experienced SENCOs or senior leaders looking to deepen their SEND leadership
* Middle leaders ready for the next step into a whole‑school role
* Passionate advocates for inclusive education who want to make a real difference
If you share our belief that every child deserves to feel a sense of belonging and be exposed to a wide range of opportunities, we would be delighted to hear from you.
Informal visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged, these can be arranged by contacting the HR officer on 01245 352098 or by emailing hr@moulsham-jun.essex.sch.uk
(Please note that we may hold interviews as and when applications are received, and we reserve the right to offer to a candidate before the closing date. With this in mind, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible)
Moulsham Junior School and its governing body take their safeguarding responsibilities very seriously and expect all staff to do likewise. The appointment will be subject to satisfactory references, medical clearance, social media checks and an enhanced DBS check
Information about the School
Information about the Trust and our Schools:
HIVE family- Our five schools are already successful in their own right, whilst benefiting from being part of the HIVE family, which was officially formed in April 2025. Moulsham Junior School, Moulsham Infants, Highwood Primary, Writtle Infants and Writtle Juniors, have worked together closely for many years as part of school-to-school support. This collaborative relationship has helped improve outcomes for children, supported staff professional development and enabled leaders to share best practices. The HIVE is a fully inclusive family, meeting the diverse and Safeguarding needs of the children, this being at the forefront on everything we do, to ensure children feel happy and safe. https://hivefamily.co.uk/hive
As an equal opportunities' employer, HIVE family of schools is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age; disability; gender re‑assignment; marriage and civil partnership; pregnancy and maternity; race (which includes ethnic origin, nationality and ethnic or national origins); religion or belief; sex; and sexual orientation. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join HIVE family of schools.
HIVE family of schools is committed to safeguarding our pupils against radicalisation and extremism and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. In compliance with safer recruitment procedures and guidelines, all applications must be made on an application form, CVs will not be accepted. This appointment will be subject to pre‑employment checks including an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and satisfactory references.
We may decide to close the advertisement sooner in the event that suitable candidates are shortlisted before the closing date.
All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.
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