DEPUTY HEADTEACHER

Location

TORRISHOLME COMMUNITY PRIMARY SCHOOL
Low Lane , Torrisholme , Morecambe , LA4 6PN
Tel: 01524 410799
School website: www.torrisholme.lancs.sch.uk
Roll: 405

Information

The governors of Torrisholme Community Primary School are seeking to appoint a passionate leader, who is outstanding, inspirational and motivated, to improve the outcomes for our children. The ideal candidate will work alongside the Head Teacher and leadership team to enable everyone in our school community to flourish. There will be a 0.5 teaching commitment to the post.

We are looking for someone who:-

Can communicate the schools vision and drive the strategic leadership, empowering all pupils and staff to excel.

Can lead by example with integrity, creativity, resilience, and clarity drawing on your own scholarship, expertise and skills, and of those around you

Is an inspirational and outstanding classroom practitioner who leads by example and who motivates, inspires and challenges staff and children to be passionate about their learning.

Has a proven track record of raising achievement and developing children to be confident and compassionate.

Has very high expectations of all and will inspire, challenge and encourage staff to achieve the best outcomes for themselves and our pupils, enabling them to reach their full potential

Is innovative and forward thinking with a progressive vision for school improvement through clear communication and has a can-do attitude.

Is able to take a strategic role in curriculum development and improving teaching and learning

Is an experienced leader who is able to confidently deputise for the Head Teacher

Is able to support staff in their development

We can offer you:

Working alongside a Head teacher who will provide the skills and support to develop you with your next steps in your career.

An inclusive ethos with a cohesive community built on strong supportive relationships with parents and a supportive and challenging governing board.

Well-behaved and motivated, confident and happy pupils who are proud of their school.

A school where you have the opportunity to make a real difference.

The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.

Lancashire County Council has a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available to all applicants upon request.

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2022 an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.
More Information can be found at www.torrisholme.lancs.sch.uk

Proposed Interview Date:

02/02/2024 

For an informal discussion please contact:

For an informal discussion please contact the school

Application forms and further details are available from/returnable to

Application form attached.
Please return completed applications to schoolsrecruitment@lancashire,gov.uk

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.