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Deputy Headteacher
Leadership pay range 18 - 22 (£60,755 - £67,008)
Required September 2019
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
We have an exciting opportunity to appoint an ambitious, dynamic and forward thinking teacher to join the leadership team of our over- subscribed and highly successful school.
The successful applicant will be an outstanding classroom practitioner with a proven record of school improvement at senior level. It is expected that the successful applicant will have experience in the following:
raising standards and improving student progress and attainment
establishing accountability via line management to develop leadership and improve
outcomes
develop teaching and learning through intervention, support and high expectations
ability to contribute to the strategic vision and direction of the school
the ability to analyse and evaluate evidence
excellent inter-personal and motivational skills
the ambition to develop and progress to Headship
Our oversubscribed school once again achieved a 'GOOD' rating in its Ofsted inspection in February 2017 and we have a commitment to supporting students in developing as well-rounded individuals as well as achieving their academic potential.
Great Baddow High School is very well thought of locally. Our motto, which translates as 'always striving for higher things' encapsulates our vision for our students and staff.
Pre-application visits are warmly encouraged particularly during the working day in order to view our students and teachers working together in well-equipped, specialist classrooms, using modern technologies and resources. School tours are available on Thursday 2 and Friday 3 May 2019 at 9.15 am, please contact Yvette DeFeo to arrange this.
Please apply by downloading the application form or alternatively contact Yvette DeFeo on 01245 293711 or email on recruitment@gbhs.co.uk please leave your name, address, telephone number and email details.
Closing date: Midday on Wednesday 8 May 2019
Interviews: Tuesday 14 and Wednesday 15 May 2019
Information about the School
Great Baddow High School is a happy and successful 11-18 school benefitting from a large site and excellent specialist accommodation.
Our curriculum, enhanced by many enrichment opportunities, clubs, trips and visits, is broad and varied. We aim to support students in achieving their potential both academically and as well-rounded, confident individuals; we are equally committed to the professional development of our staff.
We believe that high expectations in a disciplined but friendly learning environment are essential and respect for oneself and others underpins this. Outstanding pastoral care ensures students feel happy and safe and are, therefore, best placed to succeed.
Many of our students progress into our Sixth Form where they are joined by others from elsewhere. They make an important contribution to the life of the school, involving themselves in a wide range of activities including World Challenge, and supporting younger students in a variety of ways. Sixth formers enjoy their own common room, café and study areas.
Great Baddow High School Specialises in Science and Sport and is a centre of excellence.
We deliver a high quality education in science that challenges and stimulates students. The sciences are popular A Level subjects with many students choosing science-based courses at university. We promote many vocational and enrichment opportunities, including STEM projects (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths) to enrich learning experiences.
Specialising in sports since 2004, our sports facilities, teaching expertise and extra-curricular provision are outstanding. Our students enjoy sporting success at district and national level and benefit from an exceptional extra-curricular programme although our ethos is centred on participation for all.