Deputy Head Teacher

The Role

The governors are seeking to appoint a talented teacher to the post of Deputy Head to help lead the future vision and development of our school. The successful candidate will:-

• Be passionate about wanting the children to fulfil their potential but also be flexible and approachable
• Work with the Head teacher to take a key role in the Leadership and Management of the school.
• Be an excellent teacher with a proven track record of the ability to raise the attainment and progress of all children across all key stages.
• Provide dedicated support for the Head teacher and staff in the strategic life of the school, and have a clear understanding of leadership and accountability
• Be able to have a clear focus on standards and have the ability to maintain and raise them throughout a broad and enriched curriculum.
• Be an exemplary teacher, sharing excellence and expertise in the development of all staff.
• Have a class teaching role with guaranteed leadership and management time to fulfil the role.
• Have proven leadership skills within KS1 education and experience of leading school improvement.
• Have the ability to challenge, motivate and inspire others.
• Have excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills and have the ability to build positive teams and relationships both within and beyond the school.
• Be responsible for the leadership of a core subject area across the school.

We can offer you:
• A friendly, welcoming community;
• Happy children who enjoy coming to school;
• A committed, loyal staff and Governing Body;
• A school where we uphold our Mission Statement of ‘Little Learners Big Achievers’

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. Please contact the school to arrange on: 02476 315913

Key Requirements 

• Understanding of the essential qualities, necessary for effective teaching and learning
• An ability to model high quality teaching and learning and support others to improve
• Analyse data to evaluate the performance of pupil groups, pupil progress, identify weaknesses, set targets and plan an appropriate course of action for whole school improvement
• Develop and review whole school systems to ensure robust evaluation of school performance and actions
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Support, motivate and inspire both colleagues and pupils by leading through example
• Ability to build effective working relationships with different professional partners and stakeholders.

Additional Information & How to Apply

Arden Forest Infant School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure.

To apply please download the attached application pack and return to the School Business Manager - Angela Bakewell at the school via email: bakewell.a1@welearn365.com

Closing Date for Applications: 23 September 2019

Interview Date: Friday 4th October 2019

Start Date for Role: January 2020