Clockhouse is a large Primary School, which is a popular community school situated in Collier Row. The school was rated Outstanding by Ofsted (June 2023): 'Pupils thrive at this inspiring and supportive school. Pupils are proud to learn. They keenly demonstrate the school values of nurture, respect, learning, community, excellence and excitement. Teachers and support staff are proud to work at the school.' Ofsted Inspection July 2023 An exciting opportunity has arisen and the Governors and children wish to appoint a committed and hard-working Deputy Headteacher to work closely with our Headteacher to continue to move our school forward. We would welcome applications from those who are:

• Committed to our school values of Nurture, Respect, Learning, Community, Excellence and Excitement, The successful applicant will be Assessment Leader for the whole school as well as supporting the Headteacher in all areas of school improvement. The role will also include whole school curriculum management, the leadership of Pupil Premium and the leadership of our whole school OPAL (Outstanding Play and Learning) initiative as well as line managing staff as part of the performance management process of the school. The successful applicant will also be part of the Safeguarding Team.
Our school offers:
• Enthusiastic children;
• A creative and bespoke curriculum;
• A well-resourced environment and a strong commitment to School Improvement;
• Friendly and supportive working environment, with opportunities to progress in your career;
• A firm commitment to the Continuing Professional Development of all Staff.
We consider this to be an exciting opportunity for applicants looking to work in a supportive environment where commitment to development of the whole child is paramount. If you are interested we would love to hear from you. Visits to the school are warmly welcome, come and meet our children and staff. Please phone or email the school at to arrange an appointment or to find out more about the role. Closing date for applications: Friday 28th March 2025 (noon) Interview to be held: Tuesday 22nd April 2025


• Highly motivated and enthusiastic;
• Willing to work in a team but also show initiative to work independently;
• Outstanding classroom practitioners, with the ability to teach across the primary age range;
• An outstanding teacher in their own right and, whilst this is not a class-based role, there will be varied opportunities to teach across the school on occasion;
• Committed to high standards of achievement and behaviour;
• Able to demonstrate qualities of an effective leader and manager;
• Committed to Continued Professional Development and able to inspire and motivate others.