Assistant Headteacher - United Kingdom - Wandsworth Co

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    Deputy Headteacher - Gatton Primary School
    Gatton Primary School started with one class in Balham mosque over 25 years ago. In 2004, the school moved from being an independent school to a government funded voluntary aided school.

    In 2006 the school became the first purpose built Muslim faith-based VA school and moved to its current location on Broadwater Road.

    Due to the high demand on school places, the school grew from two form to a three-form entry school.

    Currently we have 628 children on roll.

    We provide children with the full National Curriculum as well as the additional provision of Islamic studies from specialist teachers via the Al-Risalah Education Trust.

    The school received an OFSTED 'Outstanding' in 2014.
    play a major role under the direction of the Headteacher in formulating the aims and objectives of the school, reflecting its Muslim ethos and values


    • Establishing the policies through which they shall be achieved, managing staff and resources to achieve the aims and objectives of the school and monitor progress towards their achievement.
    • Undertake the professional duties of the Headteacher, in the event of his absence from the school.
    • In partnership with the Headteacher and the Senior Leadership Team, provide professional leadership and management of teaching and learning throughout the school
    • To provide shared professional leadership and management of School Development Plan priorities.
    Be punctual, hardworking and committed to delivering and/or supporting high quality teaching.


    • Staff will lead by example in their manners and etiquette with each other, parents, and pupils alike.
    • aim to continually reflect and improve their practise through continual professional development.
    Commitment, Diversity, Excellence, Partnership, Respect, Responsibility

    We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, expecting all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

    Gatton Primary School
    (Voluntary-Aided Muslim Faith School)