Associate Deputy Headteacher

The Arthur Terry Learning Partnership is a highly successful Multi Academy Trust (MAT) encompassing 5 secondary schools, 11 primary schools, a Teaching School, and School Centred Initial

Teacher Training provider. Our schools are based in North Birmingham, Tamworth, Lichfield and North Warwickshire. A further secondary school and 2 primary schools have submitted applications to join ATLP during the next 12 months.

As the ATLP grows and develops further exciting opportunities has arisen for the following role based at Mere Green Primary School, Mere Green Road, Four Oaks, B75 5BL.

Mere Green Primary School is looking to recruit an inspirational, passionate, and highly

skilled leader to join Team Mere Green. Our school motto is ‘Making a Difference’ and we encourage applicants who can believe that they can fulfil our motto, who can lead strategically and can work alongside the headteacher to shape the school’s vision and ethos.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced and inspirational leader to work with the Leadership Team as part of a sustainable and robust leadership model. Our MAT believes in collaborative working, sharing ideas, providing great CPD opportunities and supporting each other to achieve great outcomes across all for our schools. Join us and you can be a part of our exciting journey.

We are passionate about providing an outstanding education for all, ensuring that children are nurtured and encouraged to be their absolute best. Mere Green Primary School is firmly rooted in the heart of our community, providing education to a diverse cohort. Our staff and families represent the wide cultural mix of our neighbouring city of Birmingham. Our school has grown over the last 5 years, and we are now fully two form entry with a small allocation for a resource base for SLCN.

We are looking for a leader who is passionate about the development of people and is dedicated to the pursuit of excellence for every child, regardless of their background. The successful candidate will provide strategic leadership across the whole school, and will work to ensure that outcomes are outstanding and that the teaching profile reflects this. We use the title ‘associate’ to reflect the strategic, supportive structure within our organisation which includes a Direction of Education and a central executive team who you will work closely with.

We are looking for an Associate Deputy Headteacher who:

• Is an outstanding practitioner and has a proven track record of school improvement and raising attainment, which spans across several areas of the inspection framework.
• Has a critical understanding of learning, teaching and school improvement, and using this to successfully develop others.
• Has an up to date understanding of curriculum design and innovation and be able to lead further developments that will personalise learning for all students.
• Has a successful track record in school leadership, with an excellent track record of leading on whole school developments and new initiatives.
• Demonstrates high expectations of pupil achievement, behaviour and attitudes to learning
• Can inspire, motivate and lead other
• Is research driven to support own and others professional development Is an innovative, independent strategic thinker with vision and fresh ideas.
• Enjoys working in partnership with parents, Governors and the local community

We can offer:

• An excellent range of professional learning opportunities within the school and within the ATLP
• Committed, welcoming and supportive staff
• Friendly, hardworking pupils who love learning
• Excellent coaching development and leadership support
• A supportive Governing Body who are passionate about the school and the local community

There certainly is something special about Mere Green and we warmly encourage applicants to visit our school and gain a greater understanding of our values and offer.

Closing date: 9:00am, Monday 24th May 2021

Date of Interview: w/c 24th May 2021

This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent

English is an essential requirement of the role.

Candidates are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible as we reserve the right to interview earlier and withdraw the advert if a suitable candidate is appointed.

For further information and to apply, please see our website: www.meregrn.bham.sch.uk

Please submit a letter of application of no more than 2 sides of A4 alongside your application form detailing ‘How you can work collaboratively with the Headteacher and support her strategically in the leadership and management of the school’

Completed application forms should be emailed to recruitment@atlp.org.uk

Despite the challenges we face, recruitment will continue for all ATLP vacancies over the coming weeks. We continue to adhere to the government guidance during the national lockdown, we will use a range of virtual platforms to conduct online interviews and other activities where appropriate in a timely manner. Informal discussions prior to applying for roles are warmly welcomed. We continue to be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and robust safer recruitment practices remain in place.

Please note we do not accept CV’s, applications will only be considered if received on an ATLP application form.

The Arthur Terry Learning Partnership (ATLP) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

The successful candidate will be subject to all necessary pre-employment checks, including enhanced DBS, prohibition check, qualifications (where applicable), medical fitness, identity and right to work.

All applicants will be required to provide two suitable references, which will be sought prior to interview. The ATLP is an equal opportunities employer.