DEPUTY HEADTEACHER

Location

CHATBURN CHURCH OF ENGLAND SCHOOL
Sawley Road , Chatburn , Clitheroe , BB7 4AS
Tel: 01200 441426
School website: www.chatburn.lancsngfl.ac.uk
Roll: 128

Information

Chatburn DHT
"The distinctiveness and effectiveness of Chatburn as a Church of England school are outstanding. The Christian vision for the school with the love of Jesus at its heart and where all children are valued is evident in all aspects of school life. Consequently, pupils flourish in their academic and spiritual development. They are confident and actively compassionate. " SIAMS Report

The Headteacher and Governors of Chatburn CE Primary School are delighted to offer this exciting opportunity for a hardworking and inspirational leader to join our school family and help shape the future of Chatburn CE Primary School.
Chatburn is a popular church school in the beautiful setting of the Ribble Valley.
We enjoy a close relationship with parents, our church and local community, and Blackburn Diocese. Christian values underpin all our work and children are at the centre of all we do.

We are looking for a deputy headteacher who will;

actively support the vision of the headteacher and Governors

lead by example, supporting the school’s Christian ethos

be an outstanding classroom practitioner and role model

inspire a love of learning

be honest and lead with professional integrity

have high expectations and aspirations for our children

be highly organised and an effective communicator

be committed to developing themselves and others

In return, we can offer;

happy, respectful children who love to learn

a friendly, dedicated staff team who are hardworking and supportive

a caring, inclusive environment where everyone can flourish and feel safe

a headteacher and Governors who will support you in this role and in your own further professional development

The application form must be fully completed and legible. The supporting statement should be clear, concise and a maximum of 1500 words. Your statement should related to the specific post of Deputy Headteacher at Chatburn Church of England Primary School.

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:

12/03/2025 

For an informal discussion please contact:

Visits to the school are strongly encouraged prior to application.
Please call Helen Willis, Office Manager, on 01200 441426 to book an appointment.

Application forms and further details are available from/returnable to

Application Form attached. For supporting statements please note there is a word limit of 1500 words submitted in word format.
Please send completed applications to schoolsrecruitment@lancashire.gov.uk; please check that you have received 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.