About this Role
Deputy Headteacher
Enderby Danemill Primary School
Salary: Leadership Pay Scale ISR L6 - L8
Contract Type: Permanent, 32.5 hours per week, 52 week per year
FTE: 1.0 (full-time)
About the Role
Enderby Danemill Primary School are looking to recruit an enthusiastic, inspiring and highly motivated Deputy Head teacher who will provide inspirational learning experiences for our pupils and be highly committed to improving outcomes for all.
Why ChooseEnderby Danemill Primary School?
At Danemill we believe that a happy child is a child who will enjoy learning in a positive, inclusive and fun environment. Our aim is to ensure that each and every child fulfils their potential and is ready for the next stage in their education. Our key learning values are woven throughout our curriculum, curiosity, communication, reflection, resilience, motivation, creativity, collaboration and bravery.
Our Achievements to date
- Rated Ofsted 'Good' in April 2024
- 360 Online Safety Award
- Eco-Schools Merit
- Primary Schools Quality Mark
- Accredited Route to Resilience School
- School Games Gold Award
- Microsoft Showcase School
- Wellbeing Award for Schools 2023 - 2026
'Pupils behave well and follow the 'Danemill Way'. Pupils are proud to receive praise for being ready, respectful and resilient.'- OFSTED
Key Responsibilities
- Formulating the aims and objectives of the school
- Establishing policies for achieving these aims and objectives
- Managing staff and resources to that end
- Monitoring progress towards the achievement of the school's aims and objectives
- Be committed to the Professional development and training of all staff including the training of new supportstaff
- Lead on agreed areas as designated by the Headteacher, providing CPD to staff at all levels
What We're Looking For
Qualifications:
- Qualified teacher status
- Degree
- Chartered Teacher Status or other professional teaching status
Experience:
- Teaching experience 4 years+ and over multiple age ranges
- Involvement in school self-evaluation and development planning
- Line management experience of support staff
- Experience of contributing to whole school staff development
- Have experience with working parents across the school
- Have taught in two different schools
- May have contributed to Advisory Board Meetings.
Skills & Knowledge:
- Data analysis skills, and the ability to use data to set targets and identifyweaknesses
- Understanding of high-quality teaching, and the ability to model this for othersand support others to improve
- Understanding of school finances and financial management
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to communicate a vision and inspire others
- Ability to build effective working relationships
Please refer to the JobDescription and Person Specification to support your application.
Occasional travel between Discovery locations may be required. A valid driving license and appropriate business insurance are necessary, and you will need to provide evidence of these documents.
Why Join Us?
Professional Growth &Support
- Ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Access to learning networks and visits to otherorganisations.
- Supportive leadership and a highly committed team.
- Highly committedand motivated Team
- A role which hasthe opportunity to make a real difference whilst having fun
- A establishedCentral Services Team who support schools and wider colleagues
Work-Life & WellbeingBenefits
- Flexible working options.
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
- Defined benefit pension scheme.
- Be an integralmember of the team in a vibrant school.
- Create anoutstanding learning environment for the success of all of our children.
- Play a significantpart in continuing to develop our school.
- Be part of a widercommunity of Discovery Schools Trust.
Additional Perks
- Free parking.
- Cycle-to-work scheme.
- Gym discounts.
- Eyecare vouchers.
- Dental support.
- Retail discounts.
- Annual incremental pay increases within the pay scale.
Equal Opportunities &Accessibility
We welcome enquiries from everyone and value diversity inour workforce.
Applications are welcome from all sections of the community regardless ofgender identity, ethnic origin, disability, age or sexual orientation. If yourequire assistance completing your application, please contact [email protected] for support.
More about Discovery SchoolsTrust
Discovery Schools Trust is dedicated to improving learningand teaching by creating a culture that promotes excellence. The needs of allchildren are placed at the heart of all decision making regardless of theschool they attend. Teaching and learning excellence are shared throughlearning networks, sharing of ideas and materials as well as leadingpractitioners between schools. Discovery has developed a school improvementsystem which focuses on improving outcomes for all children. It also placesstaff development, talent management and succession planning at the heart ofachieving outstanding organisations.
Please note that interviews for this position may be madeearlier than the stated closing date if a suitable candidate is identified.Therefore, we encourage interested applicants to submit their applicationspromptly. Early submission will not only ensure consideration for the positionbut also increase the likelihood of being invited for an interview. Weappreciate your understanding and look forward to receiving your application.
Safeguarding Statement
We are committed to safeguarding our pupils; therefore, thesuccessful applicant will require an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosureand Barring Service (DBS) and references.
AI
While we acknowledge the advantages of AI in craftingpersonal statements for applications, we strongly encourage and expectapplicants to personalise and tailor responses. Please note that the Trust mayutilise AI checking solutions during the application review process and will beconsidered when shortlisting.
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