Deputy Headteacher

Do you want to work in a school during an exciting part of its development and beyond where your drive and energy will make a real difference?

The governors of Lane End Primary School are seeking to appoint an inspirational and committed Deputy Head teacher to work with us in achieving our aim to provide outstanding education for our children. The role will focus on leading teaching and learning and pupil progress throughout the school. This post has a weekly teaching commitment.

Lane End Primary School is a good school which has grown in recent years. We are forward looking with a strong approach to teamwork and inclusion. ‘Leaders at all levels are ambitious and have high expectations for all pupils.’ (Ofsted, 2014).

We are looking for:

A whole school leader for Teaching and Learning who demonstrates an excellent understanding of the new Curriculum 2014 with a view to inclusive teaching and learning for all; someone with the ability to develop an engaging learning journey from EYFS to Year 6, that holds creativity at its heart whilst accelerating progress in the basic skills of Reading, Writing and Mathematics.

This requires someone who has:

• The leadership skills to inspire staff, children and parents through innovation and motivation
• The ability to work strategically in order to secure outstanding outcomes for pupils
• Outstanding and creative teaching skills, with the ability to coach and develop colleagues
• A commitment to raising and maintaining children's aspirations and with high expectations of achievement for every child
• Knowledge and experience of leading the support for pupils with Special Educational Needs

We offer:

• Excellent opportunities for professional development
• A dynamic, committed, hardworking team
• Supportive parents and governors
• Enthusiastic, caring, hardworking children
• The opportunity to work in a forward thinking school
• A real opportunity to innovate and lead change
• A commitment to Continued Professional Development

Visits to the school are encouraged and warmly welcomed. If you would like to make an appointment or find out more about this exciting opportunity, please contact the school office.

Closing Date for applications: Friday 20th May 2016
Interviews will be held: Week beginning Monday 23rd May 2016

The successful applicant will have to meet the requirements of the person specification in order to be offered the post and will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. Lane End Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Lane End Primary School

Learn together, work together, grow together

Headteacher: Mrs D Williams

Edmonds Road, Lane End, Bucks. HP14 3EJ

E-mail: office@laneendprimary.co.uk
Website: www.laneendprimary.co.uk

Tel: 01494 881169
Fax: 01494 883640