Deputy Headteacher - Teaching and Learning

Position:  Deputy Headteacher Curriculum and Learning

Dates:      September 2024 / January 2025

Location: Berkshire

Contract: Permanent

Salary:      L8 - L12

                “Preparing each child to be individually successful in an ever-evolving world.”

As leaders we believe that our pupils deserve the absolute best teaching every single day. As such, we go above and beyond to create the right environment for teachers, which in turn benefits our children. Our continuous professional development is personalised and linked to our vision and values. Being the lead for Teaching and Learning has many benefits that are often life changing for many. As such, this is a position of responsibility and accountability to your team and the children. 

The ideal candidate will currently be in a senior leadership role, in which you use evidence-based research to inform your decision making.  It is essential that you demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of the curriculum, particularly Literacy. You must also have a good grasp of the learning process and have the ability to galvanise and develop others. It is vital that you have a real passion for improving young people’s lives, and can develop strengths in others.

We look forward to hearing from you soon.

We offer:

·       Excellent professional development

·       A well developed, enjoyable, and relevant curriculum

·       Coaching, mentoring and preparation for senior leadership

·       Opportunities to work closely with other schools and MATs

·       Behaviour and attitudes of pupils and staff are excellent

·       We aim for all our children to achieve the National Curriculum and become well rounded musicians, sportspeople and leaders

·       An LA wide commitment to becoming a more inclusive borough.

About You:

·       Our pupils are important to you

·       You fully immerse yourself in the leadership role

·       You are decent, honest and supportive

·       You are willing to listen to others and take constructive feedback

·       You are willing to hold others to account as well as support people to develop

·       A solution-focused approach

·       You will continue to personally develop your knowledge and teaching.

Find out more: Contact our HR Lead, Attia Mian at; amian@wexhamprimary.com

or 01753 524 533/989 or visit our Twitter @wexhamPS, or our website: www.wexhamprimary.com

Key dates to be mindful of: Closing date for applications Wednesday 19th June at 5pm.  Interviews will take place following shortlisting. 

We are a friendly and caring school that is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.