Deputy Head of School - Pastoral Care
Grestone Academy
Birmingham
- Quick apply
- Expired
- Salary:
- L12 – L16 (£51 639 - £57 077)
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- April/September 2018
- Apply by:
- 2 February 2018
Job overview
Grestone Academy is a 3 -11 three form entry primary school with a nursery.
The Directors of the Trust are seeking to appoint an The successful candidate will understand, value and nurture the Academy's ethos whilst building on its success to date and play a key role in shaping the future of the Academy. The position would suit someone seeking a future Headship.
Grestone Academy is a large primary academy in Handsworth Wood, Birmingham. The Academy is outward looking and keen to embrace new ideas and engage with external partners to provide the best for our children. This is an exciting time to be joining Grestone Academy in such a significant leadership role. The recent November 2017 Ofsted commented that, “Grestone Academy is an improving school” and we are looking to build on the progress to date with the appointment of a new Deputy Head of School. The successful candidate will help shape and influence the future success for this improving academy.
We are looking for someone who is:
- A successful leader with excellent communication, interpersonal skills and has experience of strategic school improvement.
- An experienced and effective classroom practitioner with a proven track record of raising standards
- Knowledgeable about safeguarding legislation
- Experienced in implementing strategies to improve attendance and attitudes to learning
- A strategic thinker who will inspire staff and students to reach their full potential
- A solution focused and independent leader who is able to work effectively with all stakeholders
- A warm person with high levels of emotional intelligence and a sense of humour.
If you are interested in joining us on our journey to make Grestone Academy an excellent centre of learning, we recommend that you visit the academy where you can meet the Heads of School to gain a full understanding of the academy's context and plans for future success.
For further details contact Sam Bailey, Senior Office Manager, on 0121 675 6787 or Email: enquiry@grestoneacademy.com
Closing Date for applications: 12 midday on Friday 2 February 2018
Interviews will take place w/c: 5 February 2018
Attached documents
About Grestone Academy
- Grestone Academy
- Grestone Avenue, Handsworth Wood, Birmingham
- West Midlands
- B20 1ND
- United Kingdom
Grestone Academy is a mixed primary for children aged 3-11, located in Birmingham, West Midlands. The school became an academy on 1 October 2013, governed by a local governing body that includes parents, members of staff and representatives from its sponsor, Hamstead Hall Academy Trust.
In January 2016, Grestone Academy opened its Nursery which is open to pupils for 15 hours free childcare per week the term after children turn 3. We also offer 30 hour places for free to working parents.
Grestone Academy offers two forms of childcare facilities, which operate before and after the school day.
Headteacher
Deborah Steen
Values and Vision
Perseverance, respect, independence, diversity and excellence (PRIDE) are the key values of Grestone Academy. All pupils are encouraged to enjoy learning, and develop their abilities and skills to the highest possible level in a safe and secure environment. The school aims to ensure that each pupil acquires effective learning skills, understands the need for healthy living, and feels good about themselves and others. Teachers believe these skills will maximise potential to achieve academic and social success.
Every student at Grestone Academy is expected to maintain an attendance level of 100%. The school stresses that it is the responsibility of everyone in the school community – parents, students, staff and governors – to help achieve this. Attendance of all students is closely monitored.
Ofsted report
"This is a large and happy school. It welcomes pupils from a rich mix of cultures and backgrounds. Leaders and staff build very good relationships with them. They work hard to support pupils. The school is inclusive. It is a safe and welcoming community."
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