Elmhurst School for Dance

Current Vacancies:

Principal

To succeed John McNamara in September 2008 (or January 2009) on his retirement after 14 years of outstanding leadership and the highly successful completion of Elmhurst's move from Camberley to Birmingham.

The school, the UK's oldest vocational ballet school, has gone from strength to strength in its new state-of-the-art, purpose- built home, where it works in close association with Birmingham Royal Ballet.

The governors are seeking to appoint a candidate with strategic vision, and first-class leadership, communication and administrative skills.

For further information contact Di Wardle, Clerk to the Governors; 0121 415 2822; d.wardle@elmhurstdance.co.uk.

Closing date for applications: Monday 17 March 2008.

Interviews: Tuesday 1 and Wednesday 2 April.

Elmhurst is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Appointment subject to CRB disclosure. Elmhurst School for Dance aims to be an equal opportunities employer and intends to undertake a key role in the community.