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Deputy Headteacher Advert
Cloudside Academy is a very friendly, caring primary school where everyone is valued for their individuality and the talents that they have, while also seeing themselves as part of a supportive team. Every child is given the opportunity to thrive while empowering and encouraging others. We create an inclusive culture where our children respect, understand and encourage difference, valuing what each other have to offer the team.
We have large outside grounds, which include two playgrounds, a large playing field, a wooded area and an allotment. These areas provide the children with space to play; use during PE lessons; allow us to grow our own food and investigate during Science or Geography lessons. We are fortunate to have our own swimming pool where every child swims, each year, as part of the PE curriculum.
We are a large two-form entry junior school, situated in the locality of Sandiacre, on the border of Derby and Nottingham and part of the Erewash Borough of Derbyshire. Cloudside Academy has capacity for 320 pupils, where our curriculum is bespoke to our school context, taking into account the children's specific needs. All decisions made are based on the known needs of our children and the community.
As part of L.E.A.D. Academy Trust we are committed to providing the highest quality education, enabling every pupil to reach their full potential.
This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and inspirational leader to play a key role in shaping the future on our school.
The successful candidate will be a highly effective leader who:
- Has a proven track record of successful senior leadership and school improvement.
- Is passionate about securing the highest standards of teaching, learning and achievement.
- Has the ability to inspire, motivate and develop staff at all levels.
- Demonstrates strategic vision combined with excellent operational leadership.
- Has high expectations of themselves, colleagues and learners.
- Is committed to inclusion, equity and ensuring every learner achieves their full potential.
- Is resilient, solution-focused and relentless in the pursuit of excellence.
In return, the successful candidate will:
- have full support from a highly successful and experienced leadership team;
- work in a school with high aspirations for all of its pupils and staff;
- have access to the L.E.A.D. Urban Teaching School Alliance's professional development programme;
- have excellent in house training and CPD opportunities
- be provided with excellent career opportunities.
- have the opportunity to network in a thriving cluster
- the opportunity to develop leadership skills
- a school that believes in putting children first, raising standards and transforming lives.
- amazing children, who behave well, work hard and are active citizens within their community.
Cloudside Academy is part of L.E.A.D. Academy Trust which is a registered charity created in 2011. The Trust aims, through outstanding leadership, to provide the highest quality education to enable every pupil to realise their full potential.
This is a superb opportunity to develop and progress professionally and to impact upon children's learning.
Qualifications
Degree or equivalent qualification
essential
Qualified Teacher Status
essential
Senior leadership or management qualification (or willing to work towards)
desirable
Experience
Evidence of contributing to effective staff training, both on an individual and whole school level
essential
Experience of the appraisal process
essential
Experience in whole school self-evaluation
essential
Significant experience with a record of excellent teaching
essential
Recent experience of working successfully as a senior leader in a school
essential
Leadership of a significant area of phase or inclusion including responsibility for raising standards across the whole school
essential
Proven track record of raising achievement
essential
Experience of teaching in more than one key stage
essential
Demonstration of high expectations including leading by example as a teacher
essential
Evidence of contributing to effective staff training, both on an individual and whole school level
essential
Understanding of learning with regard to stages of basic skills development of children
essential
Personal Attributes
Leads by example, demonstrating integrity, resilience and clarity
essential
Passionate about education
essential
Ability to work under pressure, think creatively and to anticipate and solve problems
essential
Commitment to the encouragement, empowerment and training of all staff
essential
Deal sensitively with people and resolve conflicts
essential
Demonstrate flexibility and an ability to adapt to changing circumstances and new ideas
essential
Skills and Qualities
In depth knowledge of statutory education frameworks
essential
Evidence of the ability to hold staff to account in the pursuit of improving standards
essential
Effective strategies for promoting student welfare
essential
Confident use of ICT communication skills
essential
Knowledge and understanding of data analysis and the ability to use data to set targets for improvement
essential
Up to date knowledge and understanding of the current national education agenda
essential
The effective use of support structures and resources to aid student progress
essential
Knowledge of child protection and safeguarding legislation
essential
Strategies for ensuring inclusive practice across all areas of the curriculum
essential
Safeguarding Information
L.E.A.D Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references.
L.E.A.D Academy Trust is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
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