Deputy Headteacher

Bishop Tufnell CE (Aided) Infant and Junior schools have just become Bishop Tufnell CE Primary School! As of the 1st September 2018 the schools amalgamated to form a new all-through primary school.

Are you the inspirational leader that we need to work alongside our new Headteacher, to help build on our strengths and work with us to implement and develop our improvement plans as we move from ‘Requires Improvement’ towards ‘Good’ and beyond? We are looking for a dynamic person who is keen to take on new challenges as we improve our teaching and learning and manage a process of staff re-structure.

We have a dedicated, knowledgeable and supportive Governing body, who are committed to the ongoing professional development and wellbeing of all staff. The current school benefits from professional, motivated and talented staff, and pupils who are well-behaved and happy to come to school.

Do you have the drive, vision, ambition and energy to maximize the opportunities going forward?
Can you help to maintain the caring family feel of our Christian school community and achieve excellence for all our pupils?

We can offer you:

• An opportunity to work in a brand new primary school
• Dedicated, talented and caring staff eager for inspirational leadership
• Children who are enthusiastic, ready to learn and proud of their new school
• Good SIAMS inspection reports to build upon
• A newly formed, skilled and supportive Governing body committed to the ongoing professional development and wellbeing of all staff
• Strong support network including two parish church communities, our Chichester Diocese, the Local Authority, and our local FAB schools network
• Extensive grounds including an accredited Forest School, playing fields, pond, and outdoor play equipment
• A village location with a strong community feel on the South coast

We are looking for:

• Dynamic and inspirational leadership
• The ability to challenge, inspire and motivate colleagues through a period of change
• Proven record of sustained improvement
• An understanding of the principles and processes required to secure a strong Foundation Stage and support pupil progress right through to above national outcomes at Year 6
• High expectations and the ability to instil a strong sense of accountability in staff
• Commitment to the Christian ethos of our schools combined with the ability to articulate strong Christian values and moral purpose
• A commitment to continuous professional development

Applications are welcome from experienced leaders with a view to commencing the role in January 2019.

Visits to the school are positively encouraged.

Please contact Clair Callow, HR Assistant on 01243 584412 or hr@tufnell.org for full application details or to make an appointment to visit the school.

There are copies of all the application forms on our website: www.btjs.wsussex.dbprimary.com

Please submit your application using the application form with a supporting letter of no more than two sides of A4 when typed. This should tell us how you satisfy the person specification.

Closing date: Thursday 4 October (12 noon).
Interview date: Wednesday 17 October.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. Candidates who have lived or worked abroad in the last five years will require an overseas police check and will be asked to provide a good conduct certificate. Further information can be found at www.gov.uk