Deputy Headteacher

We are seeking an experienced and ambitious Deputy Headteacher to join our new academy. The post holder will have primary responsibility for the curriculum and any other additional responsibilities as agreed. 

We are an ambitious school and a new member academy of the Platanos Trust, a growing and high-performing academy trust. It is just the place for talented, ambitious individuals to develop their career and make their mark. 

We are a school with very high expectations and a relentless drive for improvement. The ideal candidate will be an outstanding practitioner and leader, with excellent subject knowledge and the skills to drive improvement in standards and pupils’ achievement. Drawing on your skills and expertise in the curriculum, you will play an active role in the school and the Trust’s vision and be part of a team to lead the school to an outstanding status. 

In return: 

• You will be part of a strong educational environment with the chance to develop and grow;
• You will be supported with professional development opportunities across the Trust.  

We want you to succeed too.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff, volunteers and external agencies to share this commitment. Successful candidates will be asked to apply for an enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check (formerly known as a CRB check) and will be checked against the DBS barred list. Appointments are subject to the receipt of satisfactory references as according to our Safer Recruitment Policy. 

For further information please visit www.platanostrust.com or www.castlehillacademy.co.uk. 

Applicants should complete the employment application form (found on our website) detailing in their statement their relevant skills and experience. Please return applications by post or email to office@platanostrust.com.

Closing date for applications: Wednesday 10 April 2019.

Start date: September 2019.

Castle Hill Academy

Dunley Drive, New Addington, Croydon, Surrey CR0 0RJ

www.castlehillacademy.co.uk