The Governing Body of Stoke Primary School wish to appoint a deputy head teacher.

The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in driving our strategic plan, building on recent developments and current strengths as we strive to the very best school we can be.

Stoke Primary School is an exciting, diverse and dynamic school with a community of professionals working together to achieve the highest outcomes for its pupils.

We can offer you:

• Energised and enthusiastic colleagues who are talented, committed, kind and supportive
• Eager and well behaved children
• A well-resourced school
• Enthusiastic parents who are supportive of both the school and their child’s education
• A supportive, knowledgeable and challenging Governing body
• Access to high quality CPD
• A strong partnership with other local schools as part of the Aspire Too Network with the opportunity to work collaboratively
• The opportunity to make a positive difference to life for all at Stoke Primary School

We are looking for someone who:

• Enjoys working with children and knows how to get the best from them
• Recognises that parents are vital partners in children’s education and quickly develops a professional and strong rapport with them
• Can remain calm and professional when under pressure
• Has energy and enthusiasm for all that they do
• Has a sense of humour
• Knows what outstanding learning looks like and can support our ambition to be the very best school we can be
• Has proven leadership and management skills in an educational setting
• Has excellent interpersonal skills and a confident and sensitive communicator
• Is a clear thinker
• Has the ability to multi-task to a high standard

Visit to the school is highly recommended. Please contact the school office to arrange a time for your visit.

Application packs are available to download below. Please return your application direct to the school - office@stoke.coventry.sch.uk

Closing date for applications: 12 noon on 9^th February 2022

Shortlisting will take place 10^th February 2022

Interviews will take place on 15^th and 16^th February 2022

This post is exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to this post will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

Stoke Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.