Deputy Headteacher

Brook House Primary School (part of The Lion Academy Trust) is looking to recruit an outstanding, enthusiastic, innovative and committed Deputy Headteacher to support the school’s continual improvement. This will be working alongside other Deputy Headteachers, Heads of School and the wider trust executive team. If you are excited by innovation and challenge, and if you are energised by opportunities to lead, develop and share your practice, whilst learning with your colleagues and from the children you work with, then we look forward to hearing from you.

We are seeking committed, positive and ambitious candidates who are:

Innovative, creative and strategic thinkers;

Resilient and confident leaders with a passion for working at all tiers of a school and organisation;

Able to lead, motivate, challenge and inspire whole school communities;

Able to demonstrate an ability to teach and model the highest possible standards of learning and teaching;

Dynamic and enthusiastic with the vision and energy to help lead schools to excellence;

Friendly and approachable with excellent communication skills and a passion for teaching; and

Experienced in school improvement with a proven track record of success and strong leadership in developing teaching and learning.

We can offer you:

Rapid and structured career progression - our growth and your growth are linked;

Competitive salaries and performance related incentives;

Vibrant schools situated in a culturally diverse area across the country with exposure to a wide range of settings and rewards;

Lively, friendly and aspirational children who are determined to make the most of their schooling

Innovative CPD which is of the highest quality.

A supportive and forward thinking Trust Board and Senior Executive; and

An employer who is constantly seeking to moderate and reduce the workload on all staff through innovation and use of related technologies.

The Trust/School is and equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and the successful applicant must provide satisfactory references and will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service, along with all relevant safeguarding checks.

N.B This advert will close before the closing date, if the suitable candidate is hired.