Deputy Headteacher

Opened in 2013, Rutherford House School was the first free school established by Bellevue Place Education Trust, to provide a broad, exciting education in a happy environment with a commitment to ensuring pupils achieve their full potential. The children are encouraged to learn independently, and are treated as individuals celebrating their unique set of talents.

At Rutherford House School our philosophy is to promote excellence and outstanding progress in the basics - literacy and numeracy, as well as sparking curiosity and instilling a lifelong love of learning and curiosity.

As the school continues to grow we are looking to appoint an inspirational, forward thinking and pioneering Deputy Headteacher to assist us on our journey to outstanding. This is a unique opportunity and we are looking to appoint someone with a positive outlook and a proactive attitude, ready to make a difference and take the lead in Inclusion and Assessment.

We are looking for a leader of learning who has high expectations of every child. We require an individual who is imaginative, creative and forward thinking with a proven track record of outstanding leadership, planning, teaching and assessment. 

Our ideal candidate will be able to deliver inspirational learning experiences in a stimulating environment and be committed to excellence, inclusion and challenge. Our outstanding candidate will have the strong interpersonal skills to foster links between the school, home and wider community

If you are ready for a new and exciting challenge we will offer you:

• A competitive salary to attract the best
• No classroom responsibility – but provide intervention groups teaching and cover where necessary
• A positive and innovative working environment
• A strong and growing network of partner free schools, driving up standards and providing valuable support to staff.

If you have the skills, experience and drive to be successful in this role, please download and complete the attached documents. 

Application packs are also available from info@rutherfordhouseschool.co.uk  or can be downloaded from our school website at www.rutherfordhouseschool.co.uk
 
Please email your completed application form to info@rutherfordhouseschool.co.uk
Please put the position you are applying for in the subject line.

Closing Date for applications:  Monday 15th February 2016
Interview Dates: Monday 22nd February 2016
Start date: Monday 4th April 2016 or September 2016.

We encourage interested applicants to read our website carefully http://www.rutherfordhouseschool.co.uk/. You will quickly see that you are applying to an extremely creative, successful school with a clear ethos of achievement, continuity and enjoyment for our pupils.

Visits are warmly encouraged. There are two Open Mornings where you will have an opportunity to speak to Mrs Mallett (Headteacher) and have a tour of the school. The dates are: Tuesday 2nd February (9.00 am) and Wednesday 10th February (9.00 am).
Please contact Mrs Penny Morris to make an appointment on either 020 8672 5901 or info@rutherfordhouseschool.co.uk 

As part of BPET and Rutherford House’s commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, all employees employed within schools are required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.  Further details can be found on the Disclosure and Barring Services website https://www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check
Rutherford House School welcomes a diverse population of both children and staff and committed to promoting and developing equality of opportunity in all its functions.