Deputy Headteacher

School Group: Size 3

This is an exciting leadership opportunity for a dynamic candidate to help drive our focus on high achievement and delivering excellence for all. You will be ambitious for the school, be able to build good relationships, and embrace the vibrancy and inclusiveness we value.

You will be:

• An outstanding practitioner with a deep knowledge of the curriculum and the use of data, and experience preferably of the Foundation Stage and/or Key Stage 1
• An excellent teacher who will be expected to take on a regular teaching commitment part of the time, although not necessarily class-based
• A motivated leader who can inspire staff to deliver outstanding teaching and learning
• A skilful communicator who can forge effective working relationships with senior colleagues, staff, pupils, parents / carers and other schools
• Expected to have a good knowledge of the changing educational landscape, including governance structures

Why Hanover could be the school for you:

• A richly diverse school with a strong community ethos A supportive governing body and a stable, enthusiastic and dedicated staff team
• A ‘Good School’ that wants to be better
• In a great location - situated in the heart of Islington by the Regents Canal, we are close to the City and have excellent transport links

If you believe you have the vision, drive, determination and enthusiasm to grasp the opportunities this role offers, we would love to hear from you.

Visits to the school in weeks commencing 11th and 18th April 2016 are welcomed and encouraged. Please contact our School Business Manager, Mel Burrows, on (0207) 689 8949 to arrange a suitable date.

Please click here to apply for this position.  If you require assistance, please email Schools’ HR on schoolsrecruitment@islington.gov.uk.

Closing date: Noon, Monday 25th April 2016
Interviews: Friday 6th May 2016

Hanover Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.