Deputy Headteacher

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced, innovative and talented school leader.

The Deputy Headteacher will work closely with the Headteacher and all stakeholders to further enhance the vision and priorities of the school by developing strategic plans to further enhance the quality of education provided to our children. They will play a key role in the development of our inclusive curriculum, and teaching and learning across the school.

The successful candidate must be an exceptional class teacher with experience across the primary age range, have the ability to analyse data to identify priorities for school improvement, and of managing safeguarding. They should also have a proven track record of leading whole school projects and be able to share their impact of initiatives linked to school improvement priorities. They will show a commitment to the best innovation and learning based on experience and educational research, and have experience of coaching and line managing staff.

The right candidate will be organised and have high expectations of themselves and others, and be able to manage multiple tasks in a large busy school environment. They must be empathetic with excellent interpersonal skills and an effective communicator.

They will also:

• Demonstrate inspirational and outstanding teaching

• Develop outstanding teaching and learning across the primary age range in line with the National Curriculum and Ofsted framework

• Ensure standards are met and the best possible outcomes for all children

• Use rigorous monitoring and assessment strategies to review progress and set targets

• Work in partnership with all stakeholders of the school

• Provide in-depth information and analysis of data for stake holders: Headteacher, SLT, Trustees.

• Strengthen and maintain community links

• Operate strictly in accordance with school policy and create new policies

• Be flexible, organised, committed and dedicated

• Deputise for the Headteacher in their absence

We can offer you:

• A happy, supportive and nurturing environment with a dedicated, experienced team

• Children who are eager and motivated to learn

• Opportunities to refine your leadership practice and develop the knowledge and skills needed for future headship

• Professional development opportunities

• Competitive salary and pay progression

• Support for your health and wellbeing via the employee assistance programme

• Termly staff events, including Christmas and summer parties, and regular school fun days.

• Equality and diversity: We are committed to promoting an equal and inclusive community, attracting a diverse range of candidates

How to Apply

Visits welcome: School tours with the Headteacher are by appointment only, please contact Katrina Mendy via email recruitment@dayslaneprimary.co.uk to book.

The Job Description and Person Specification attached will give prospective candidates a further insight into the position. If you feel you have the skills and experience for this role, we invite you to apply by the deadline of Tuesday 10th December 2024. Interviews will be held on Monday 16 December.

To apply for this role, please complete the application attached. Please note that CVs will not be accepted and applications must be typed and not handwritten. Applicants are encouraged to pay particular attention to Section 4, where they should explain their suitability for the role.

As part of the application please include a personal statement (no more than 2 sides of A4, Calibri, size 10 font)

In your statement please tell us:

• About you and why you are suitably experienced for the position with evidence of your impact

• Your philosophy of education as our next Deputy Headteacher

Only those shortlisted for interview will be contacted. References will be requested for those shortlisted prior to interview.

This post is considered a customer-facing position; as such, it falls within scope of the Code of Practice on English language requirement for public sector workers. Days Lane Primary School therefore has a statutory duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 to ensure that post holders have a command of spoken English sufficient for the effective performance of the job requirements.

The appropriate standards are set out in the person specification. These will be applied during the recruitment/selection and probationary stages.

Days Lane Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, expect all staff, and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, all posts are subject to a safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks. We ensure that we have a range of policies and procedures in place, which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across the school. Days Lane Primary School is committed to equality and diversity in employment practice and service delivery.

In line with KCSIE 2024 and safer recruitment practices, the school will conduct an online search for all shortlisted candidates. The online search is part of our safeguarding checks and will seek publicly available information on candidates' suitability to work with children. Shortlisted candidates will be provided with further guidance and will be asked to clarify their online presence. The online search is made on publicly available information and care will be taken to avoid unconscious bias and discrimination. Therefore, only information relating to suitability to work with children will be disclosed to the selection panel.