Deputy Headteacher

The Academy Councillors are seeking to appoint an experienced and outstanding teacher and ambitious leader who is committed to raising attainment and supporting children to be the best they can be. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a team that is wholeheartedly committed to making a difference in the lives of children attending Ward Jackson.

• have proven leadership skills in order to take a leading role in the vision for Ward Jackson to be an outstanding place of teaching and learning and take on responsibilities of the Deputy Headteacher
• be an outstanding classroom practitioner with extensive primary experience across all phases
• show commitment to the overall Christian Vision, Values and Ethos of the school, showing warmth, care and commitment to our learning community
• have excellent communication skills with the ability to establish positive relationships with staff, children, parents, governors and the community
• be given dedicated leadership time to allow you to fulfil your leadership and management responsibilities
  
  Excellent opportunities for leadership development including experience of Headteacher duties
• Dedicated and enthusiastic staff
• 'A school that has a calm and harmonious environment, where a smile is commonplace and where pupils are polite and courteous' (Ofsted)
• A Christ centred, family orientated, caring and supportive ethos
Visits to the school are welcomed and encouraged, by prior arrangement, by emailing: admin@wardjacksonschool.org.uk Ward Jackson Church of England Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure along with other relevant employment checks. Closing Date and shortlisting: Monday 25th November, midday. Interviews: Thursday 28th and Friday 29th November - times to be confirmed.