DEPUTY HEADTEACHER

Location

THORNTON CLEVELEYS ROYLES BROOK PRIMARY SCHOOL
Marsh Road , Thornton Cleveleys , Lancashire , FY5 2TY
Tel: 01253 821396
School website: www.roylesbrookprimaryschool.co.uk
Roll: 297

Information

The governing body seeks to appoint a dynamic and inspirational Deputy Headteacher with the vision to build upon the achievements and reputation of our popular and happy school; to work alongside the Headteacher and all stakeholders to lead us through the next chapter of our improvement journey.

We can offer you:

a competitive salary

a dedicated and supportive team of staff and governors committed to excellence and wellbeing, who will appreciate and recognise your commitment and hard work

pupils with an enthusiasm for learning and an enjoyment of school life

a supportive and well- established PTFA

positive community links with the wider community, including parents and the local church

a commitment to your continuous professional development

the opportunity to build upon our ‘good’ OFSTED report by further developing our curriculum offer.

an attractive outdoor space, providing enhanced learning opportunities.

We are looking for someone who:

is an outstanding classroom practitioner

has current research- based knowledge of curriculum and teaching and learning and the experience of utilising it to support effective practice

has an uncompromising commitment to the safety and well-being of our pupils and staff

is a clear communicator

has a proven track record of implementing successful school improvement initiatives and as a result, can identify and build on the many strengths of our school

has the highest expectations of the children’s achievements and their behaviour and the passion to ensure that every child reaches their full potential

is committed to developing all staff through effective coaching, continuous professional development, and empowerment

is outward facing, approachable and can build upon existing positive links with parents and the wider community

has the ambition, drive, and creativity to lead the school into the future


Please visit our website https://www.roylesbrookprimaryschool.co.uk to read our current policies and procedures and to find out more about our curriculum and the extracurricular activities that enhance it.

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share in this commitment.

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024, 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:

31/01/2025 

For an informal discussion please contact:

We warmly welcome a visit to our school, prior to application. To arrange an appointment, please contact the School Business Manager via email: sbm@roylesbrook.lancs.sch.uk

Application forms and further details are available from/returnable to

Application form attached.
Please send completed applications to schoolsrecruitment@lancashire.gov.uk by 12 noon on 3rd January 2025.
Please ensure you receive an automated acknowledgement that your application has been received.

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