DEPUTY HEADTEACHER

Location

THORNTON CLEVELEYS BAINES ENDOWED VC PRIMARY SCHOOL
Station Road , Thornton Cleveleys , Lancashire , FY5 5HY
Tel: 01253 823420
School website: www.bainesend.lancsngfl.ac.uk
Roll: 208

Information

The Headteacher and governors of Baines Endowed Primary School are looking to appoint a Deputy Headteacher who is an enthusiastic and inspirational leader with a passion for improving the outcomes for pupils and making a difference. We wish to appoint an outstanding teacher and dynamic leader who has the energy and vision to work with the Headteacher and SLT to drive forward improvements with focus and care for individuals and the community.

In addition to being a creative and outstanding classroom practitioner, the ideal candidate will have the vision and skills to work effectively in partnership with the Headteacher and school community in continuing to raise standards.

If you are or can offer the following then we’d love to hear from you:

An excellent communicator who is able to inspire and support colleagues.

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

Someone who loves their job and will go the extra mile to ensure that learning is engaging and fun.

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

Someone who is a real team player.

Friendly and approachable with excellent communication skills and a good sense of humour.

Someone who recognises and believes in the unique individuality of each child.

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

We are proud to be a school that can offer you;

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.

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

The opportunity to lead at an exciting time of change.

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.

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2023 an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

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.
More Information can be found at www.bainesend.lancsngfl.ac.uk

Proposed Interview Date:

23/05/2024 

For an informal discussion please contact:

We would encourage any prospective candidates to come and take a tour of school and meet our wonderful children and staff. Please contact the school office to book an appointment.

Application forms and further details are available from/returnable to

Application form attached.
Please return completed application form 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.