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Deputy Headteacher

Deputy Headteacher

Bringhurst Primary School

Leicestershire

  • £42,195 - £44,331 per year
  • Expired
Salary:
L1 – L3 £42,195.00 - £44,331.00 Access to Teachers’ Pension Scheme
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Apply by:
4 July 2022

Job overview

Bringhurst Primary School is now recruiting for a Deputy Headteacher. This role could be your next career opportunity.

 If you are ambitious, inspirational, creative, open-minded and want to be part of our success then we want to hear from you.

We are driven to provide our young people with access to a world-class education and enrichment experiences. Our students benefit from a wealth of opportunities to develop, learn and lead.  From the classroom, to cultural visits, sports, music and arts and engaging with our local communities, the rich and varied experiences we create help fuel ambition and unlock potential. The education and experiences we offer equips our young people with the leadership skills, team spirit, resilience and confidence to become outstanding citizens.

About the role

• Report and deputise effectively for the Principal when required to do so;

• Lead the academy in the absence of the Principal.

• Support the Principal in creating, developing and evaluating the aims of the school in partnership with pupils, staff, governors and parents.

• Provide clear strategic direction to the academy

• Alongside the Principal, contribute to the Academy Improvement Plan and Academy Self Evaluation Form.

• Lead on all aspects of provision for all children with Special Educational Needs and those students in receipt of the Pupil Premium ensuring children are thriving within the academy.

• Already have/be willing to undertake the SENCO qualification or to support the SENCO in school.

• Have an excellent track record of teaching. Senior leaders at Bringhurst need to be role models for all staff.

• Lead and support the current pastoral team. The pastoral team consists of the DSL, family support worker and SENCO.

• Be a deputy DSL within the Academy and/or be willing to undertake the relevant safeguarding training.

• Support and contribute to the school’s system for a whole curriculum, in accordance with the abilities and needs of the pupils.

• Support and contribute to the school’s system for the review and evaluation of teaching and learning.

• Be an excellent classroom practitioner who has experience of teaching across the ability range and key stages.

• Support staff with monitoring the raising of pupils’ standards of achievement and attainment.

• Work in partnership with the Principal and the Governing Body to ensure that sound management of finance, personnel and resources enables the school to offer best value for money.

• Contribute effectively as a member of the Senior Management Team; play a major role in the professional development of all staff and in the management of INSET.

• Assist the Principal in the day-to-day running of the school; be involved in the organisation, planning and delivery of assemblies as and when necessary.

This role will have a 0.6 teach commitment. For an applicant who has the experience or wish to also take on the SENDCO role then it will be a 0.4 teaching commitment.

About our Academy

We provide a learning journey for children aged from four years to eleven years through seven single year group classes.  High expectations and a belief that everyone can achieve ensures children leave our community as established learners, knowing how to be the best they can be.

We want children to grow and learn and dream and leave Bringhurst confident that they will achieve and that they can make a difference in the world. We equip children with the knowledge and skills they need for the next stage in their education but through promotion of our values and a strong focus on PSHE and oracy, we ensure children are prepared for citizenship in a global community.

At Bringhurst we pride ourselves on our educational performance and our positive, nurturing environment where we encourage every child to build confidence and achieve their best. At the heart of everything we do is inspiring children to achieve excellence in all walks of life at school, beyond and in the future.

Salary & Benefits

L1 – L3 £42,195.00 - £44,331.00

Access to Teachers’ Pension Scheme

[30 days annual leave plus statutory holidays ]

Regional networks of Trust colleagues and access to key leaders in Education

Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including dedicated Employee Assistance Programme

Rewards and Recognition Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Who we are looking for

•         Qualified teacher status

•         Excellent teaching record

•         Evidence of sustained participation in INSET/CPD

•         Middle management training or school management programme - desirable

•         DSL/SENCO qualification – desirable 

•         OFSTED awareness

•         Awareness of current developments in education and the implications of these

•         Understanding of health and safety issues

•         Understanding of inclusion and ambition for all

About The David Ross Education Trust

The David Ross Education Trust (DRET) mission is to give every child attending one of our schools a world-class education.

Broadening the horizons of young people by inspiring students to become their confident, academic best via an education that creates academically gifted, confident, well-rounded young people in the classroom, in the workplace and in their communities. 

Whatever your role you will contribute towards creating a rich and exciting learning environment that also offers our students an unrivalled package of sporting and cultural enrichment.

Our aim is to be the country’s top-performing multi-academy trust in the country.  Recognised as a nationwide system leader, the Trust runs 34 schools across the country, ranging from small rural primaries to much larger secondary schools in urban areas, our first All Through school and a special school which caters for pupils aged 2-19 who have a diverse range of special educational needs.

We are incredibly lucky to be able to work alongside outstanding organisations and individuals who are happy to share their expertise and skills in supporting the David Ross Foundation's vision to give children better life chances through access to the best education and support we can give them.

Apply now

To complete our on-line application form, please click on ‘apply here

Early applications are advised. We receive high numbers of applications for our roles and therefore have to close the vacancy prior to the closing date in order to review candidates' details against our job criteria before shortlisting or re-opening the vacancy.

An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants.

The David Ross Education Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.

It is our objective to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential. We do not discriminate against any applicants on the basis of any protected characteristics.

About Bringhurst Primary School

+44 1536 605146

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