Deputy Headteacher

We are seeking to appoint a talented, dedicated and inspirational Deputy Headteacher who will share our determination to transform the life chances of our wonderful pupils. We are looking for a highly effective leader to join our team from January 2020. This is an exciting opportunity to take a pivotal, non-teaching leadership role in a Good school that has made rapid improvements over recent years and confidently expects to continue to do so. We are a vibrant, inclusive school and arguably the most mixed and diverse primary school in the city.

Interested candidates will have:

• substantial leadership experience having impacted on an aspect of whole-school improvement;
• a proven experience of positively impacting on pupil progress and developing excellence across the
  school whilst maintaining our nurturing ethos;
• high expectations of themselves, colleagues and pupils and the energy and determination to make a
  difference;
• a good understanding of relevant and current educational policy and practice;
• exceptional expertise in all matters relating to learning and teaching – including being a strong
  practitioner themselves and fully capable of impacting widely on the practice of others;
• the ability to lead and drive effective SEND provision- to maintain and promote our inclusive school
  ethos;
• the expertise to maintain a highly effective culture of safeguarding across school

We can offer:

• wonderful children who have great work ethic and are proud of their school;
• a caring and supportive school community that is culturally diverse and inclusive;
• a dedicated staff committed to achieving high standards ;
• a supportive, warm and welcoming ethos;
• opportunities to work collaboratively with five other schools within the LEODIS Alliance;
• happy, enthusiastic pupils who are keen to learn;
• excellent CPD opportunities

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and actively encouraged. To request an application pack, to arrange a visit, or to discuss the school and the opportunities in more detail please contact Bronagh McKinney, the PA to the Headteacher.

Telephone: 01132716963

Email: bronagh.mckinney@hg-ps.org

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. We promote diversity and want a workforce which reflects the population of Leeds.