Deputy Headteacher

The Governing Body is looking to appoint a dedicated and enthusiastic individual who will share our vision of education and support and lead the school into the future.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone with drive, commitment and high aspirations to work in close partnership with the Headteacher, leadership team, staff, parents and governors to provide the very best education for our children in a happy and vibrant school.

We are looking for a Deputy Headteacher who:

• works effectively as part of a team and in collaboration with the Headteacher to support our staff and to secure school improvement
• has experience as a successful member of a leadership team
• has excellent assessment and curriculum knowledge
• can develop exceptional and positive relationships with all members of the school community
• supports the values and ethos of our school

We can offer the successful candidate:

• a happy and vibrant school community with enthusiastic children who enjoy learning;
• a professional and dedicated team of staff
• a supportive Headteacher, school leadership team and governing body
• a great opportunity to build on professional development and gain vital experience to further their career
• a non-class based role
• excellent partnership links in the locality

The vacancy has arisen due to our current deputy retiring at the end of this academic year.

Naunton Park Primary School is a two form entry community school of 433 children in the Leckhampton area of Cheltenham. It is a very popular, successful, friendly and family focused school. We are very proud that it was judged to be outstanding in every area in its last Ofsted inspection of 2013. However, we are committed to maintain our achievements and continue to provide the best for our children.

Visits and Applications

Visits are encouraged. The Headteacher, Richard Humphrey, would be delighted to meet you and talk about the position. Please contact the school to book onto one of the following tours.

Thursday 28th January, 4 p.m.
Thursday 4th February, 2 p.m.
Tuesday 9th February, 9 a.m.
Friday 12th February, 11 a.m.

If you are unable to make any of these dates please contact the school to make alternative arrangements.

Applications

The GCC application form should be used and can be downloaded from www.gloucestershire.gov.uk/SchoolsVacancies. It is also attached to this application pack.

Please complete the form with clear reference to the Job Specification and Description. Please limit your further information to two sides of A4 and include a very brief covering letter with your application which should include the reasons why you are applying for the job.

Completed applications should be e-mailed to: governor.services@gloucestershire.gov.uk.

Alternatively they can be addressed and posted to:
Governor Services
Gloucestershire County Council
Westgate Street
Gloucester
Glos
GL1 2TP

Late applications may not be accepted so please contact GCC Governor Services (01452 425313) to ensure your application has arrived on time.

Closing date: All applications should be received by 12 noon on Monday 22nd February.

Safeguarding children

The school is committed to the safeguarding and promotion of welfare of children and you will be required to undergo the necessary associated checks. Any offer of employment will be subject to a DBS disclosure and satisfactory references.

Contact details

Naunton Park Primary School
Naunton Lane
Cheltenham
Gloucestershire
GL53 7BT

Headteacher – Mr Richard Humphrey
Tel: 01242 513114
E-mail: admin@nauntonpark.gloucs.sch.uk
Website: www.nauntonpark.gloucs.sch.uk