Deputy Headteacher

Group 2 NOR: 245

The Governors wish to appoint an inspirational and forward thinking Deputy Headteacher to work in partnership with the Headteacher, staff and governors of this successful and popular school.

Claypool is a friendly single form Primary School. Our values permeate through all that we do and provide our children with the confidence and skills they need for the wider world.

This is an exciting opportunity to become involved in leading Claypool Primary School into a successful and exciting future.

We are looking for someone who:

• has proven leadership and management skills;
• is an excellent classroom teacher and keen to share good practice with colleagues;
• is passionate about children’s learning and determined to see that all children are inspired, nurtured and enabled to succeed with enjoyment and enthusiasm;
• is a thoughtful person, who can help maintain and develop our strengths in caring for all those who belong to our school community;
• has excellent organisational, interpersonal and communication skills and be a team member who can maintain and develop our strong school ethos.

Our children would like someone who:

• is firm but fair;
• is kind and cares for you;
• makes learning fun and pushes you to be challenged;
• encourages you to be independent when you’re learning;
• listens to you when you need to talk;
• has a good sense of humour;
• praises and encourages us to be resilient;
• understands us really well.

In return we can offer:

• friendly and caring children who have a positive attitude to learning;
• a committed and motivated staff team supported by an active Board of Governors;
• a school where everyone is valued;
• a genuine opportunity for shared leadership and professional development;
• a commitment to your health and well-being.

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

To request an application pack please email gill.warburton@bolton.gov.uk or telephone on 01204 332124

Closing date: 12 noon on 14th September 2018.
Shortlisting: 17th September 2018.
Lesson observations: 20th & 21st September 2018.
Assessment and Interviews: 24th & 25th September 2018.