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Deputy Headteacher

Deputy Headteacher

Tarporley High School and Sixth Form College

Tarporley, Cheshire

Salary:
L20 – L24
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
1st September 2018
Apply by:
26 February 2018

Job overview

  

Rated as Outstanding by Ofsted

‘The ethos and culture of the school develop both students and staff equally well and create an enthusiasm for learning’

The Sixth Form is outstanding. It is highly successful in helping students to move on to higher education, training or employment’

Leaders at all levels, managers and governors are relentless in their drive to bring about further improvement, particularly to the quality of teaching and students’ achievement.

1177 students on roll and growing

We are seeking to appoint an outstanding Deputy Headteacher to lead in this high-achieving and

inclusive 11-18 academy school.

You will:

· Be highly organised, and passionate about ensuring excellence for all in teaching, learning and achievement 

· Be aspirational about your own professional development and that of others

· Have excellent communication and motivational skills

· Have a track record of leading and inspiring successful teams

· Be committed to providing the best possible opportunities for all our young people

The successful candidate will play a decisive role in the team which moves this outstanding school into its next phase of development.

We can offer you:

  • A key leadership role in an excellent      school that is continually seeking to improve
  • Support and challenge in a high      performing leadership team
  • Responsibility to lead and develop      teams of staff to drive forward whole school initiatives
  • The scope to be creative and      innovative in developing approaches to teaching, learning and the      curriculum
  • The opportunity to contribute to our      Teaching School Alliance
  • Preparation for Headship

You will find a school and sixth form that build strong partnerships between staff, students, parents and the wider community. We have a talented hardworking staff, united in their belief that only the best is good enough for our young people. If you are approachable, able to inspire, challenge and develop colleagues, and want to share your vision, passion and energy through leading in this key role, then this may be the job for you!

Please download the Application forms and further details from our website www.tarporleyhigh.co.uk 

Closing date: Monday 26 February 2018
Interview dates: Thursday 15 March 2018 and Friday 16 March 2018

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Any offer of employment will be subject to a satisfactory check supplied by the Disclosure and Barring Service. The check will include any cautions, reprimands or final warnings as well as convictions.

About Tarporley High School and Sixth Form College

Tarporley High School and Sixth Form College is a mixed, comprehensive, non-denominational secondary school situated in Tarporley, Cheshire. It is a multi academy school, part of Sandstone Trust.

An average-sized secondary school, Tarporley High School provides almost 1200 places for secondary and sixth-form students between the ages of 11 and 18 when fully subscribed. It converted to academy status in August 2012.

Headteacher

Jonathan Deakin

Values and vision

Tarporley High School strongly believes in supporting all students, regardless of background or initial academic achievement. It is a highly supportive environment, particularly for less able students who face barriers to learning. The school is committed to closing the educational gap and ensuring that all students have an equal chance of success.

Teachers work hard to maximise the life chances of children and prepare them for a future in employment, college or university. This a safe and welcoming school that delivers a broad and balanced curriculum and a wide range of extra-curricular opportunities.

Ofsted report

“Through well thought out and targeted spending of the extra money provided, the school is rapidly closing the gap that existed between the achievement of students eligible for support through the pupils premium and that of other students. The curriculum is tailored to meet the needs and aspirations of students extremely well. The rich variety of extra-curricular activity has a positive impact on students’ social, moral, spiritual and cultural development.”

View Tarporley High School and Sixth Form College’s latest Ofsted report

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Applications closed