Deputy Headteacher

Job Description

DEPUTY HEADTEACHER

Responsible for the quality of Teaching and Learning,

Staff Recruitment and Retention.

Group 7 - ISR Range 19-24 (£65,109 - £73,446)

Required for September 2020

As a result of a significant school expansion, the Governors are seeking to appoint an individual with the energy, drive, enthusiasm and ambition to be Deputy Head. This is a unique opportunity to work as part of a forward thinking, innovative leadership team; helping lead the school towards further success in the future.

The successful candidate will:

·Be an inspirational and enthusiastic leader with the ability to energise and

motivate others,

·Be committed to continuing to raise standards with a proven commitment to

learners and staff,

·Have exceptional communication and interpersonal skills and a 'can do attitude,'

·Be able to enhance the performance of a highly successful school,

·Demonstrate excellent communication skills and

·Be a strategic thinker

We will offer:

· Students who thrive within our inclusive ethos and enjoy school.

· Staff who are committed, hardworking and highly motivated.

· Supportive Governors who work in a positive partnership.

· Opportunities and experiences in preparation for the next stage in your career.

West Hatch is a thriving, heavily oversubscribed school. Proud of its success with significantly above average results. Rated 'Good' by Ofsted, we are always striving for improvement.

The Governing Body is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share in the commitment. This appointment is subject to an enhanced DBS check and positive references.

Further details about this post and an Application Form are available by visiting our school website.

Closing date: 3pm on Wednesday 5th February 2020

Interviews will take place on 12th & 13th February 2020

Information about the School

West Hatch is a thriving, heavily oversubscribed innovative school. Proud of its success with significantly above average results and recently rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted, we are always striving for improvement. We are keen to appoint individuals with a positive outlook and a proactive attitude – colleagues who enrich the lives of the learners and staff with whom they work.

We place great store on teacher development at all levels and offer a whole range of opportunities for colleagues to develop their leadership potential within and beyond West Hatch.

Further details about this post and an Application Form are available by visiting our school website.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.