DEPUTY HEADTEACHER

Location

NEWCHURCH ST NICHOLAS CHURCH OF ENGLAND PRIMARY SCHOOL
Dark Lane , Newchurch , Rossendale , BB4 7UA
Tel: 01706 229478
School website: www.newchurchcofe.lancs.sch.uk
Roll: 139

Information

We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated and talented Deputy Headteacher to work alongside our hardworking, dedicated team and support our new headteacher leading the school in the next exciting chapter of its story. They will work alongside the Headteacher to lead and inspire us in our drive to build on our current good practice and to continue to raise pupil achievement.

The Governors are looking for a highly motivated, enthusiastic and nurturing leader with a clear educational philosophy and vision to join our happy church school. The successful candidate will be flexible, creative, ambitious and eager to make a difference in our children’s lives, they will have excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work as part of and to lead an effective, dedicated team.

As a Church of England Primary School, it is important that our new Deputy Headteacher can create, inspire and embody our Christian ethos and culture of this Church school, securing its mission statement with all members of the school community and ensuring an environment for teaching and learning that empowers both staff and students to achieve their highest potential.

This is a great opportunity for a strong, confident, and effective leader to have a significant impact on a school whose staff are committed to providing a safe and nurturing environment, where every child is able to become the best version of themselves.

We are looking for a class-based deputy headteacher, who:

Has the skills and knowledge to monitor, evaluate and influence whole school improvement.

Has excellent organisational skills.

Demonstrates drive, experience and creativity to build on our current high standards of teaching through continuous school improvement.

Is committed to safeguarding the welfare and wellbeing of children, staff and visitors.

Has excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to establish and develop strong professional relationships with colleagues, governors, parents, children and the wider community.

Is a flexible team player with a cheerful disposition.

Will strive to make a positive difference to the lives of all of our pupils.

Has a good understanding of all three key stages in the primary phase.

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.

Rehabilitation 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 CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached.

Proposed Interview Date:

16/10/2024 

For an informal discussion please contact:

Prospective candidates are encouraged to visit the school prior to application. Please contact the school office to arrange a visit.

Shortlisting Date: 2nd October
Interview Date: 16th October

Application forms and further details are available from/returnable to

Please send completed applications to schoolsrecruitment@lancashire.gov.uk. Please ensure you receive an automated acknowledgement that your application has been received.
Governors request that your supporting statement is no more than 3 sides of A4, minimum font size 11 with standard margins. Please submit your application in word format.

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