Deputy Headteacher - Ref: TV39719

Deputy Headteacher (L6-10)

Permanent Position from February 2020

Following the promotion of our Deputy Headteacher, the Governors, Staff, and families of Brownhills West Primary School are seeking to employ a highly ambitious and talented leader to take on the role of Deputy Headteacher.  This is an excellent opportunity for an individual who has demonstrated impact at a whole school level to support the school’s team in continuing raising standards.

We are a ‘GOOD’ school, with a strong team ethos working together to raise aspirations of all. We want every child to DREAM BIG throughout their school journey, in a nurturing environment, so that they leave us with the necessary skills and knowledge that prepare them for life beyond Brownhills West.

We are looking for:

• An outstanding classroom practitioner.
• An individual with a proven track record of raising standards at a whole school level.
• An individual who can effectively support and challenge staff, pupils and families.
• An ambitious individual who aspires to headship.
• A nurturing person who also has the highest expectations for behaviour and learning.
• An effective communicator.

If this is you and you would like to join us by ‘Dreaming Big’, we can offer:

• A GOOD school.
• Enthusiastic pupils who are excited about learning and who aspire for their future
• A dedicated and supportive staff team who are committed to raising standards and sharing best practice
• A network of support and a programme of CPD.
• A nurturing and supportive Headteacher

We strongly recommend visits to the school so that you can get a real feel for what we believe in and offer. Please contact the school office on 01543 452766 to arrange a visit (visit dates below).

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The above post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

• School visits: 21^st November - 9:30am, 25^th November - 2.00pm and 26th November - 11:30am
• Closing Date for applications: 2^nd December - 12pm
• Shortlisting: 3^rd December
• Scheduled observations of teaching: 9^th and 10^th December
• Interviews: 12^th December