DEPUTY HEADTEACHER

Location

SKELMERSDALE TRINITY CHURCH OF ENGLAND/METHODIST PRIMARY SCHOOL
Kiln Lane , Skelmersdale , Lancashire , WN8 8PW
Tel: 01695 723878
School website: www.trinity.lancs.sch.uk
Roll: 260

Information

Deputy Head Teacher Position at Trinity Primary School, Skelmersdale:
Letting our light shine as we live, love and learn, together with Jesus.

The Headteacher and governors of Trinity Primary School are looking to appoint a Deputy Headteacher who is a dedicated, enthusiastic and inspirational leader with a passion for improving the outcomes for all 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 passion and care for individuals and the community. The successful applicant will take up a full time post with a 0.5 teaching commitment.

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

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

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

A proven track record of raising achievement and developing children to be confident and compassionate citizens.

Someone who loves their job and will go the extra mile.

A very high expectations of all and will inspire, challenge and encourage staff to achieve the best outcomes for themselves and our pupils.

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

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

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

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

The opportunity develop your own skills and leadership experience in an environment that is underpinned by Christian love.

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.

Proposed Interview Date:

19/06/2024 

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 on one of the following days.
Pre- application visits, welcome on;

Tuesday 14th May from 1.30pm

Friday 17th May from 1.30pm

Shortlisting: 22/05/24

Proposed Interview Date: 19/06/24

Application forms and further details are available from/returnable to

There is a word limit for supporting statements of 1,500. Please ensure you submit applications in word format.
Please note CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached.
Please send completed applications to schoolsrecruitment@lancashire.gov.uk; please check that you have received an automated acknowledgement that your application has been received.

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

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