Assistant Headteacher

Full Time, 0.5 non-teaching role
Years 5 and 6  - (Separate Site for 240 pupils)

Lead teacher for development of our key stage two curriculum, assessment and strategies for promoting children’s well-being and personal development.

Can you promote outstanding learning?

Are you an ambitious and aspiring school leader?

The governing body and new leadership team of this improving school are seeking an innovative and talented leader to support the school’s drive for excellent learning and teaching.

The candidate will be an excellent teacher with a proven track record in successfully leading curriculum change.

The successful applicant must have the following qualities;

• Significant success as a school leader with experience in Key Stage Two.
• A proven record of promoting excellent learning and teaching that improves outcomes for children.
• An ability to motivate and inspire other members of our school community.
• A professional learner who understands the principles and research associated with high quality learning and teaching.

We will offer, in return:

• Enquiring children, with a thirst for learning.
• A committed and dedicated staff and governing body.
• A commitment to your professional development.
• A superb school environment for you to work in.

School visits are arranged for Thursday 23rd March @ 4.30pm and Friday 24th March @ 2.00pm. Please inform the school office by e-mail if you are attending (schooloffice@stgeorges.wirral.sch.uk).

Apply by: 4.00pm on Monday 27th March

We will shortlist candidates on Wednesday 29th March 2017

Interviews will be held on Wednesday 26th April 2017

Applications forms and further information are available from Mrs Mylie Barker on 0151 638 6014 or by email: admin@stgeorges.wirral.sch.uk.

St George’s is a large sized primary school. We have 853 pupils on roll. Under the leadership of our new head teacher we are building a dynamic leadership team that will lead our school forward. We aim to ensure that our children receive the best possible education that promotes outstanding academic and personal growth.

The successful candidate will be directly responsible for promoting pupil progress and curriculum development in Years 5 and 6. Years 5 and 6 are educated in separate site. There are 8 classes in all. The successful candidate will work closely with the head teacher and deputy head teacher as part of a strong senior leadership team. We will ensure that we fully support your professional development.

To apply, please complete the application form and a supporting statement that explains your suitability for this role. Before completing your supporting statement, please ensure that you have read the advertisement and any supporting information, including the job description. In order to improve your chances of being selected, please include specific examples from your experience and relate them to the job description when writing your supporting statement.

Applications should be emailed to admin@stgeorges.wirral.sch.uk or posted to Mylie Barker, Personnel Officer, St George’s Primary School, Wallasey, CH45 3NF

The school is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

All applicants will be considered on the basis of suitability for the post regardless of sex, race or disability.

St George’s Primary School,
St George's Road,
Wallasey
CH45 3NF
www.stgeorges.wirral.sch.uk
0151 638 6014
Number on roll: 853