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Deputy Head Teacher

Deputy Head Teacher

The Westgate School

Slough

  • £73,661 - £81,124 per year
  • Quick apply
  • Expired
Salary:
Leadership Point 23-27 fringe
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
April 2022
Apply by:
11 February 2022

Job overview

The Westgate School is committed to the wellbeing, development and growth of staff and students so that all can flourish together.  We are seeking to appoint a dynamic and innovative Deputy Head Teacher to support the Head Teacher in leading this outstanding school.  The Westgate School is an oversubscribed, hugely successful, secondary school with exceptional facilities and has recently undergone a further expansion project.  We currently have 1296 students on roll including Sixth Form.

You will:

• Be reflective and forward thinking with the ability to lead change sensitively.

• Be passionate, innovative and a motivated leader with a genuine commitment to

       serving others and making a difference. 

• Be an excellent role model to staff and students with the drive and determination to

       become a Head Teacher in the future.

• Be committed to driving high standards, with the ability to inspire staff and students to

       achieve their personal best.

• Have a strong moral compass dealing with every situation calmly and kindly, whilst

       being willing to challenge individuals, to secure the very best outcomes for all.

• Emotionally intelligent, with the ability to take on board feedback.

We can offer:

• A school with a strong culture and ethos which cares for the individual.

• A school at the heart of the local community with supportive governors who always go

       the extra mile.

• An aspirational, positive working environment, which prioritises staff development,

       health and wellbeing.

• Bespoke support to enable you to progress your career, development and ambition.

• The opportunity to make a real difference and equip students for life.

• The opportunity to share and celebrate in the successes of an outstanding, well-

        resourced school.

• The opportunity to join ‘Team Westgate’ where ‘betterneverstops’ with a clear, shared

        core purpose. 

For full details please see the attached job description and person specification.

The Westgate School offers:    

  • Great facilities and resources     
  • A friendly and supportive staff who are always happy to help each other and share good practice   
  • A strong CPD programme and the opportunity to deliver as well as receive training    
  • Health Care Cash Plan for all staff    
  • Free tea and coffee      
  • Free on-site parking

This is an exciting time to join The Westgate School as our new buildings and expanding student numbers will bring new opportunities for us all. We are passionate about ensuring that our students are #equippedforlife, through our innovative curriculum and the wide range of experiences we provide for them. We are very proud to serve our local community and believe very strongly in our values.  

The Westgate School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undertake child protection screening, including an enhanced DBS and past employer checks. We are an equal opportunities employer. 

If you have any further queries please do not hesitate to contact Mrs Sandra Venturini (PA/HR) on 01753 559839 or email sv@westgate.slough.sch.uk 

If you would like to visit us prior to applying the following times are available:

Thursday 27 January 10.00 - 11.00am

Thursday 3 February     9.00 - 10.00am

Monday 7 February         9.00 - 10.00am

Please contact Mrs Venturini to advise which session you would like to attend.

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About The Westgate School

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+44 1753 521320

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The Westgate School is an 'Outstanding' academy based in Slough for students aged 11-18.

Our core values of ambition, reflection and kindness ensure that students are #equippedforlife.


Address: Cippenham Lane, Slough, Berkshire, SL1 5AH, United Kingdom

Telephone: +44 1753 521320

Website: http://www.westgate.slough.sch.uk

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