Deputy Head Teacher

 An exciting opportunity for an outstanding leader who is interested in developing their leadership skills and on a path towards Headship

We can offer you:  

• The opportunity to prepare for Headship
• Opportunities to work with other schools within the MAT
• The chance to work with well behaved engaged children who are enthusiastic about their learning
• Creative CPD opportunities
• An award winning learning environment to work in with creative classroom design.
• Supportive colleagues at all levels 
• The opportunity to work with storytelling and a clear values system in a trust recognised as a leader in behaviour management and emotional engagement of children

We are looking for someone who:

• Always put the children first
• Is solution focused
• Works collaboratively with colleagues
• Is resilient and innovative
• Someone who has an understanding of SEND
• Is enthusiastic and able to instigate change in a positive way.
• Is committed to their own professional development.
• Can be reflective and act upon feedback
• Has a understanding of teaching and learning
• Has high expectations of pupil progress, attainment and standards
• Understands that children have a range of different needs.
• Has led initiatives resulting in raising attainment across the whole school.
• Can engage with the wider community without being judgemental
• Has a sense of humour and a healthy work/life balance 

Visits to meet the children and staff are warmly welcomed, please contact the school to arrange.

For an application form, job description and person specification, please contact Michelle Meadows on 01908 377833 or via email address recruitment@lakesacademiestrust.org.  

Closing date: Wednesday 10th October mid-day     
Interview date: Wednesday 24th October  

Lakes Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS is required for this post and references will be sought prior to interview.

Water Hall Primary School, Fern Grove, Bletchley MK2 3QF