Deputy Head Teacher

DEPUTY HEAD TEACHER

A highly motivated, dynamic and enthusiastic Deputy Head Teacher is required for Olympic Primary Academy.

This is an exciting opportunity for a Deputy Head Teacher to join our Northamptonshire team and make a positive impact in raising standards and the quality of experience for our children.

Working with the Head of School and alongside the senior leadership team, you will be based at Olympic Primary School, Wellingborough and be responsible for the operational implementation of Trust agreed strategies and processes across the school.

"We had a very successful Ofsted in January 2023 where it was shared that classrooms are calm, purposeful places. where pupils can focus on their learning. Pupils are kind towards each other. They use the school’s ‘ABC (Agree, Build, Challenge)’ strategy to discuss things in a polite and respectful manner."

"Staff are very proud to work at Olympic Primary. They recognise that the school has improved considerably since it was taken over by Lion Academy Trust."

We are seeking a Deputy Head Teacher who is:

• an innovative, creative and strategic thinker
• able to lead, motivate, challenge and inspire whole school communities
• committed to achieving the highest possible standards of learning and teaching
• dynamic and enthusiastic with the vision and energy to help lead schools to excellence
• friendly and approachable with excellent communication skills and a passion for teaching
• experienced in school improvement with a proven track record of success and strong leadership in developing teaching and learning.
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•  In return we offer you:
• Bespoke CPD and professional development opportunities; 
• A leadership development programme focused on your personal trajectory and next steps; 
• Cutting-edge technology provided by partners Google and Apple; 
• A staff perks membership scheme providing loyalty rewards and discounts from retailers; 
• Any employee assistance programme that is free to all employees and their families

The successful candidate will raise expectations and aspirations, promote the Trust’s pedagogy for highly effective learning and help achieve positive outcomes for children.

We offer you a great opportunity to develop your career in a well-respected, Multi Academy Trust working with a forward thinking, vibrant and very supportive team.

We welcome all prospective candidates to arrange a call/ school tour with one of our senior leadership team to talk through this career opportunity. 

Please contact Kayleigh Dalton (Office Manager) via school@olympicprimaryacademy.net to arrange this.

Closing date: 24th April 2024

Interview date: Expected to be held w/c 29th April

Start date: September 2024

For an application pack, please email Kayleigh Dalton Office Manager; k.dalton@olympicprimaryacademy.net

We look forward to hearing from you and receiving your application.

Previous applicants need not apply again 

The Lion Academy Trust is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to the safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children.

The successful candidate will require two positive references from current and previous employers. The position is subject to an enhanced DBS and medical checks.