Deputy Head Teacher

Charlestown Primary is a rapidly expanding Primary School situated in North Manchester. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced leader or aspiring leader to be part of our Senior Leadership Team.

We are looking for an outstanding Candidate who will lead on teaching and learning, contribute significantly to the School’s Improvement Plan and play a major role in helping the school in its continuing journey of development and improvement. The Deputy will closely monitor our children’s learning as we continue to close achievement gaps and raise standards.

We are seeking a candidate who:

• Has an excellent understanding of children’s social and emotional needs
• Experience of working in an inner city school and meeting the needs of all the pupils
• Is committed to excellent outcomes for all children and have an excellent understanding of barriers to learning
• A proven track record of school improvement
• Can make a difference to the quality of teaching throughout school and help to continue to raise standards
• Has high expectations of themselves and other staff and pupils
• Have excellent interpersonal skills and be able to work get the most out of a team
• Is resilient and able to meet the challenges of leadership

What we can offer:

• Expanding large primary
• A new and committed leadership team and established head teacher with 12 years experience
• An environment in which to develop
• A supportive Board of Governors ready to challenge to make the school the best it can be
• A strong commitment for continuing professional development
• Opportunities to work closely with other schools in our cluster and share good practice

Closing date: Monday 10th October 2016 at 3.15pm
Shortlisting: Week beginning Tuesday 11th October 2016
The interview process will be take place over two days: Tuesday 18th October 2016 and Wednesday 19th October 2016

Only candidates who are successful on the first day of the interview process will go through to the second day.

Charlestown Community Primary School is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Offers of employment will be subject to an enhanced disclosure and baring service check.

Visits to the school are welcome. Please contact the school office on 0161 740 3529.

Charlestown Community Primary School
Head teacher: Mrs. Sarah Starkey
Pilkington Road, Blackley Manchester M9 7BX
Tel: 0161 740 3529
Fax: 0161 740 3529
Website: http://www.charlestown.manchester.sch.uk