Deputy Headteacher

Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School and Community Nursery is the largest Primary School in Dorset. We are a welcoming and dynamic three form entry school with fantastic children who have a thirst for learning, behave well and are a joy to be around. The children, staff and governors at Holy Trinity are looking to appoint an inspirational Deputy Headteacher, following the recent promotion of our current deputy to headship. Although the position is not class based, we are looking for an outstanding teacher who is able to lead by example both in the classroom and all around the school. This exciting opportunity has you working directly with the Headteacher and the Senior Leadership Team as we continue to drive the school forward to excellence.

Our offer to you:

• A key role in the largest Primary School in Dorset
• Work with well- behaved children who demonstrate good attitudes to learning
• A strong supportive team of staff and governors and a dedicated Senior Leadership Team
• The opportunity to develop your practice and a commitment to high quality professional development
• A school that is committed to providing the best possible education for our children
• A great location in Weymouth, home of the 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Sailing and award winning golden beach.

You will:

• Place the children’s learning at the heart of everything that you do
• Lead and bring about successful school improvement and curriculum innovation
• Have a positive attitude at all times
• Mentor, coach and challenge others to achieve outstanding teaching and learning
• Promote a growth mind set which enables children to become independent and resilient learners
• Develop your leadership skills with a view to headship in the future
• Be eager to take a full and active part in all aspects of school life

This is a very exciting time to join our rapidly improving school.

Closing Date: Midnight Monday 9 May 2016
Interview Date: Week comencing Monday 16 May 2016

If you are interested in becoming our next Deputy Headteacher then please contact the Headteacher’s PA, Erica Cousins to arrange a visit to meet the Headteacher, Fiona Daykin, and to receive an application pack. We can be found in Cross Road, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 9QX.

Erica can be contacted on 01305 783200 or by emailing ecousins@holytrinitypri.dorset.sch.uk

We very much look forward to hearing from you and welcoming you to Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School and Community Nursery.

Visits to the school are welcomed and encouraged. If you are interested, please contact the school for a visit by telephoning the Headteacher’s PA, Erica Cousins on 01305 773314.

Completed applications should be submitted via online application process on www.dorsetforyou.com or application forms can be returned to Erica Cousins via email: ecousins@holytrinitypri.dorset.sch.uk

Holy Trinity Primary School values the diversity of our workforce and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community.

Holy Trinity Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people; this is a commitment which we expect all staff and volunteers to share. The successful candidate will be required to have a Disclosure and Barring Service check in line with the Governments safer recruitment guidelines