The Governing Body wish to appoint an inspirational and creative Deputy Headteacher to play a pivotal role, here at Rednal Hill Junior School, in pupil, staff and school development. This exciting and dynamic role requires a passionate and visionary practitioner who is committed to driving school improvement and establishing excellence for all. The leadership position will require a motivational innovator who strives to continually develop and improve a highly inclusive community and curriculum. We pride ourselves on being a school that is committed to providing children with the very best start in life and we have a commitment to ensuring that we are continually driving standards and expectations to achieve excellence. The school has been on an exciting and upward journey of school improvement over the last few years, and we see our Good Ofsted judgement, in September 2023, as a springboard to even greater success. We are now seeking an inspiring leader that will join our dedicated team in continuing our drive for excellence on our journey to outstanding.

• evidence of vision, innovation, initiative and leadership in managing change to enhance and raise standards at a whole school level
• a comprehensive understanding and a passion for improving the lives of the most vulnerable
• substantial evidence of successfully line managing staff to improve outcomes for all
• an ability to communicate effectively at all levels to ensure positive outcomes for all
We are looking for someone who is:
• able to drive standards and lead whole school improvement with a specific focus on curriculum and teaching and learning pedagogy
• able to take a strategic role in leading development and uses monitoring and evaluation to continually seek to better our school offer
• an innovative practitioner and inspires others to develop and improve
• an excellent class practitioner who can consistently deliver and model best practice
• a skilled communicator who builds effective relationships with all members of the school community
• committed to working with children, parents and staff to raise standards
• able to challenge and motivate others to achieve outstanding practice
• able to analyse data, develop strategy, set targets and impact on pupil outcomes
• inclusive of all members of the school community
• approachable, resilient and committed to the school and the journey it is on
• keep up to date with developments in education
• seek training and continuing professional development to meet own needs
  
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There is a clear vision which is ensuring that the Council is working for communities today and building for tomorrow, we focus our resources on five key priorities:
• A Prosperous Birmingham: through a focus on inclusive economic growth, tackling unemployment, attracting inward investment, and maximising the benefits of the Commonwealth Games.
• An Inclusive Birmingham: through a focus on tackling poverty and inequality, empowering citizens, promoting diversity and civic pride, and supporting and enabling all children and young people to thrive.
• A Safe Birmingham: through a focus on making the city safer, safeguarding vulnerable citizens, increasing affordable housing, and tackling homelessness.
• A Healthy Birmingham: through a focus on tackling health inequalities, encouraging physical activity and healthy living, supporting mental health, and improving outcomes for adults with disabilities and older people.
• A Green Birmingham: through a focus on street cleanliness, improving air quality, continuing the route to net zero, and becoming a city of nature.
We see the Council's role as providing strategic leadership - that's being able to visualise a new future for the city and equipping others to share our vision. We want to ensure the provision of services for all, so we can support those least able to support themselves by working with partners and putting citizens and neighbourhoods at the heart of our decision-making. We are always looking for people who put the customer at the centre of their approach, with a commitment to excellence to help us achieve our vision. We will support you to develop and thrive in your role, building a pathway for long-term success, with lots of development opportunities, such as apprenticeships.


• enthusiastic and friendly children who work hard and try their best
• a supportive, talented and committed staff team
• a commitment to professional development and support for future carer progression
• supportive governors who are engaged in the life of the school and its aims and objectives
If you are interested in working in an exciting, forward-thinking school, with a real focus on 'improving the life chances of children', then we would like to hear from you., In return, we offer you excellent terms and conditions, generous annual leave, a great pension scheme, well-being support, annual travel passes and discounts at a number of city centre establishments.