Deputy Head of Junior School
Tes Schools Recruitment
Croydon
- Expiring soon
- Salary:
- Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications, plus benefits
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2024
- Apply by:
- 9 May 2024
Job overview
Tes is supporting the appointment of a Deputy Head of Junior School to join a High School based in Croydon.
The High School has an exciting opportunity for an experienced teacher with excellent leadership skills to join them as Deputy Head of the Junior School.
You will support the Head of the Junior School and the Junior Leadership team with the smooth running of the Junior School. You will assist with the implementation of the Junior School Development Plan and will regularly review subject and school policies to ensure that they adhere to the school's developing needs.
You will also be responsible for the direction and development of the Junior School curriculum, ensuring that all students have access to an exciting, innovative and relevant age/phase curriculum. As a lead practitioner who is proficient in their field, you will help establish creative and effective approaches to teaching and learning, playing an instrumental role in raising and maintaining high standards for all students.
They are looking for an excellent classroom practitioner, with a sound understanding of child development and the principles and practices of primary education. You will possess proven experience of successful curriculum leadership and management and can provide evidence of effective curriculum innovation. You will need outstanding interpersonal, communication and organisational skills, and will be capable of working effectively as a key member of a management team.
Why join this High School?
Established in 1874, the High School prides itself on its innovative approach and friendly atmosphere. The School is located in Selsdon, south of Croydon, on a beautiful campus. The High school is made up of students from a broad and culturally diverse range of backgrounds and the school recognises and hugely values the positive impact this has on all who work, teach and learn here.
They can offer a variety of benefits, such as:
- Competitive salaries and pay progression
- Extensive professional development opportunities
- Training grants for obtaining further qualifications
- central training and development programme
- Generous pension schemes
- Life assurance benefit
- Free school lunches
- Up to 50% discount on fees for children
- Interest free loans for training, computer purchase or season tickets
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Employee Assistant Programme
- Retail and lifestyle discounts
- Financial guidance and support
- Competitive terms and conditions of employment
Interviews are expected to take place on Tuesday 14 May 2024 with second interviews for successful candidates on Friday 17 May 2024.
All applicants need to have the Right to Work in the UK to be considered for the role.
By applying to this job advertisement, you are providing consent for the Tes Recruitment team to propose and discuss your application with the employer.
Tes Recruitment Services (UK) represent Schools and Academies across the globe, supporting them to secure a great teacher/leader for every role.
To learn more about this role please email managedrecruit@tes.com for an information pack that includes school name, role specifics and context.
Please include REF: ME2048307 in the email subject line. Please note that we are unable to accept CVs sent to us via email so please use the stated application route.
About Tes Schools Recruitment
- Tes Schools Recruitment
- 70 Grays Inn Road, Holborn
- London
- WC1X 8NH
- United Kingdom
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