Deputy Headteacher
West Somerset College
Somerset
- Expired
- Salary:
- Leadership Payscale: L13 to L17 (£61,336 to £67,662 per annum)
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- Anticipated start date: Easter 2023 or as soon as possible thereafter
- Apply by:
- 8 December 2022
Job overview
West Somerset College is an all-inclusive College catering for 13 to 18 year olds, situated on the edge of Exmoor National Park.
Deputy Headteacher – Culture & Ethos
Job Reference Number: 691
Full time, permanent
Leadership Payscale: L13 to L17 (£61,336 to £67,662 per annum)
Anticipated start date: Easter 2023 or as soon as possible thereafter
Bridgwater and Taunton College Trust and the Governors of West Somerset College wish to appoint a dynamic and talented Deputy Headteacher with proven leadership and management skills to join a highly effective leadership team.
At West Somerset College we aim to provide a rich and varied education for all of our students. We believe that ensuring students realise their full potential depends upon a continuous drive for excellence by our staff. We are looking for applicants who are reliable, conscientious, able to be flexible and work as part of an experienced leadership team.
Candidates must already hold a Senior Management post of Assistant or Deputy Headteacher with the capacity to drive continued, rapid school improvement, lead staff and have a clear impact on student outcomes.
The post will carry specific responsibilities in a variety of areas and is an opportunity to re-imagine the culture of a school, including relaunching a House system, that will benefit the team and the school. Further details are outlined in the job description and will be discussed with candidates during the interview process. This post will provide an ideal opportunity for preparation for Headship.
What we offer:
- Employee Rewards scheme – High Street discounts, Staff Wellbeing centre
- Discounted Gym Membership
- A Trust wide leadership competencies framework
- A professional leadership development coach
- A Trust wide staff wellbeing policy
- Personalised professional development supported by an exceptional team within the Academy and driven through The Continual Professional Growth Policy which replaces appraisal and pay progression
Please note, although we are ideally looking for a full-time colleague, we are open to discussing flexible working options
We would encourage you to call to discuss this post with the Headteacher or book to come and visit the school. In addition to your application form, please complete a letter of no more than two sides of A4 in font 11 detailing your experience to date and what you would bring to the role.
Further details and an application pack can be found in ‘Vacancies’ in the ‘Information’ section at: www.westsomersetcollege.org
Closing date for applications: Midday, Thursday 8th December 2022
West Somerset College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share its commitment. Our mission is that all children achieve. A criminal disclosure check will be requested for any applicant who is offered a position.
About West Somerset College
Bridgwater College Trust is a Multi Academy Trust supporting Bridgwater College Academy, Brymore Academy, Hamp Academy, Otterhampton Primary School and West Somerset College.
The West Somerset College is the only secondary school serving the district of West Somerset. Our 660 square kilometers catchment area includes two-thirds of the Exmoor National Park and part of the Quantock Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty as well as the coastal towns of Minehead and Watchet. This is a sparsely-populated rural area, with obvious attractions to lovers of the countryside and outdoor activities.
WSC Vision
At West Somerset College we deliver for our students the knowledge, skills and opportunity to realise success. We foster an ethic of excellence, encouraging our students to do their best at all times.
At West Somerset College we recognise the importance of placing knowledge at the centre of our curriculum. Our students use knowledge wisely, allowing them to go forward into the world making significant contributions and enriching our community.
At West Somerset College we promote respect and we are always respectful of others’ opinions and beliefs. We nurture ambition and encourage our students to take pride in the contributions they make.
At West Somerset College we encompass inclusivity. We celebrate and learn from the best of human achievement and we encourage our students to understand that they are the history yet to be written.
At West Somerset College we recognise the wonder and importance of learning. We also recognise that learning is challenging and that success requires the determination to succeed and the willingness to make mistakes and learn from them.
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