Deputy Headteacher - Staffordshire, United Kingdom - St Luke's CofE Primary School, Cannock

Description

St Luke's CE Primary School

New Penkridge Rd

Cannock

Staffordshire

WS11 1HN

Tel

E-mail: k.-lukes-

Deputy Headteacher

Leadership Spine L8 – L12 £56,082 - £61,882

Required from September 2024

The Governors of this very popular and over-subscribed school are seeking to appoint an inspirational Deputy Head Teacher with a proven track record of high quality teaching and the passion, enthusiasm and resilience to lead and further enhance our school.

Having retained 'Good' (November 2021) in our most recent Ofsted inspection and following a recent successful SIAMS inspection, we are looking for someone to support the Headteacher to drive the school forward. Sharing in our vision for improvement you will work alongside the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team to build on achievements of the school.

The role of Deputy Headteacher will teach no more than 0.5FTE so this role is perfect for an applicant looking to broaden their skills in leadership and whole school improvement. The role will have responsibilities for a core subject area and Safeguarding amongst the strategic focus on assessment.

The post represents an excellent opportunity for a candidate seeking career progression towards Headship

We are seeking candidates who can demonstrate:

• Outstanding classroom practice committed to raising standards
  
• High expectations of children's learning and behaviour
  
• Successful teaching experience across more than one phase/more than one school Experience of leading teams and/or variety of curriculum areas
  
• Excellent organisational, managerial and interpersonal skills
  
• Motivation and enthusiasm about pupil's learning
  
• Effective collaboration and teamwork- inspiring and leading by example
  
• A clear drive and ambition
  
• A proven track record in driving standards and securing improvements for children
  
• A robust knowledge and understanding of data and assessment; and how the use of data can inform teaching and learning
  
• Team ethics and one who is passionate, adaptable and flexible and on their journey to Headship
  
  In return we can offer you:
  • Highly committed, supportive and friendly staff
    
  • Confident and well motivated pupils
    
  • Excellent teaching resources
    
  • Supportive governors and whole school community
    
  • An excellent opportunity to influence and shape the future of our school, staff and pupils
    
    If you are an exemplary and creative practitioner who can effectively adapt teaching and learning to meet the needs of all pupils, can demonstrate strong leadership to develop our vision through high quality education which shows commitment, drive and energy to build upon our achievements, then we would love to hear from you.
    
    Application & Interview Process
    
    Closing Date for Posts: Wednesday 15th May '24 (Midday)
    
    Shortlisting of Applicants: Thurs 16th May '24
    
    School Visits: Thurs 9th May '24 at 9:30am OR
    
    Mon 13th May '24 at 1:30pm
    
    Deputy Headteacher Interviews: Tues 21 st May 2024 / Wed 22nd May 2024
    
    

    References for short-listed candidates will be sought prior to the interview
    
    

    Visits by appointment are positively encouraged.
    
    

    Further details and application pack are available via links.
    
    

    We encourage you to use our email address to enable us to deal with your request promptly.
    
    

    Safeguarding Statement
    
    

    The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This position is subject to criminal records check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) which will require you to disclose details of all unspent and unfiltered spent reprimands, formal warnings, cautions and convictions in your application form.