DEPUTY HEADTEACHER

Location

BURNLEY LOWERHOUSE JUNIOR SCHOOL
Liverpool Road , Burnley , Lancashire , BB12 6LN
Tel: 01282 426774
School website: www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk
Roll: 207

Information

Do you possess the ambition and passion to help shape the future of our school? Lowerhouse Junior School is on an exciting journey of growth and development, and we are thrilled to announce an opportunity for an inspirational, and aspirational Deputy Headteacher to join our vibrant community. We are looking for someone who can partner with our Headteacher, staff, and governors to deliver the very best outcomes for all our pupils.

Located in the heart of Burnley, we serve the communities of Rosegrove and Lowerhouse. Our school is a place where hard work and good behaviour are not just encouraged but celebrated. We strive to cultivate a nurturing environment that fosters not only academic excellence but also the social and emotional growth of every child. At Lowerhouse Junior School, we believe in ‘inspiring a lifelong love for learning’.

We seek a Deputy Headteacher who is:

An advocate for inclusion, diversity, and the well-being of all pupils, staff, and community members;

Experienced in senior leadership with a proven track record of enhancing whole-school standards;

Skilled in utilising robust monitoring and assessment strategies to evaluate progress and set ambitious targets;

A highly effective practitioner and leader, capable of building on our current strengths;

Empowering and motivating staff to reach their utmost potential;

Energetic and driven with the ability to inspire both pupils and colleagues;

Aligned with our vision and core values, and capable of engaging the wider community;

Flexible in their leadership style, with resilience to navigate ongoing improvements;

Motivational, fostering teamwork and collaboration among staff;

Innovative in teaching and curriculum development, leading by example;

Eager to strengthen connections with parents, governors, and the community.

In return, we offer:

The chance to make a significant impact on enthusiastic and well-mannered children eager to learn;

A warm, welcoming school community, supported by dedicated governors and parents;

Strong external partnerships to enrich our school;

The opportunity to collaborate with a committed team of staff and local authorities;

A robust commitment to continuous professional development;

A strong focus on staff well-being.

Lowerhouse Junior School is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, expecting all staff to uphold this commitment. Appointment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service.

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.

Proposed Interview Date:

28/03/2025 

For an informal discussion please contact:

If you are driven, experienced, and passionate about fostering excellence at Lowerhouse Junior School, we would love to hear from you. Visits to our school are highly encouraged and can be arranged by calling our office at 01282 426774. For more information, please visit our website: http://www.lowerhousejunior.co.uk

Application forms and further details are available from/returnable to

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.

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

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