Deputy Headteacher

Responsible to: The Headteacher

Gateway Academy, rated as 'outstanding' by Ofsted, is a flourishing three-form entry, multi-cultural school, in the heart of London. We are vibrant, innovative and forward thinking.

The Academy has three Deputy Headteachers, one of whom is relocating. Therefore Governors now wish to appoint a Deputy Headteacher to be the designated officer for safeguarding and pastoral care. This position will include a hands on teaching commitment as well as overseeing the SEND team.

This is a rare opportunity for the right candidate to join a highly successful Academy, led by a motivated and high performing leadership team.

The application form is also available to download from the website http://www.gateway-academy.co.uk/content/vacancies.

The successful candidate will:

• Have excellent communication, organisation and interpersonal skills;
• Have experience of successful leadership and management;
• Have a proven track record of outstanding and inspirational teaching across at least 2 Key Stages;
• Have successfully used pupil data to improve outcomes for pupils and to drive forward school improvement;
• Demonstrate a clear vision for raising standards through coaching and mentoring.

Visits to the Academy are highly encouraged between Monday 23rd to Tuesday 31st January. 
Closing date for applications: Noon, Friday 3rd February 2017.
Interviews: the week beginning 20th February 2017.

Gateway Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share that commitment. Appointment to the post is subject to an enhanced DBS and background checks and satisfactory references.

For further information, to request an application form and to arrange a visit, please contact PA to Headteacher, Jackie Cornelius,

Email: office@gateway-academy.co.uk or phone 0207 723 4977.