DEPUTY HEADTEACHER

Location

LATHOM HIGH SCHOOL - A TECHNOLOGY COLLEGE
Glenburn Road , Skelmersdale , Lancashire , WN8 6JN
Tel: 01695 725653
School website: lathomhighschool.org
Roll: 802

Information

We are PROUD that, for the first time in its history, Lathom High School was rated “Good” in all areas by Ofsted in June 2022. We are looking for a dynamic, effective and enthusiastic Deputy Headteacher who will facilitate Lathom’s progress to national recognition as an outstanding school. We are currently able to explore capacity across the leadership team and, therefore, the governing body is open to exploring a model with two DHT posts through this recruitment.

Lathom High School is a mixed ability 11-16 Foundation with Minority Trust Secondary School serving the diverse community of Skelmersdale in West Lancashire. We are PROUD that Lathom is oversubscribed due to our consistently high aspirations for our students and our community.

Our values are long standing and embedded carefully. Our philosophy permeates every aspect of Life at Lathom and is visible in the way we work, what we do and the way the school feels. We are PROUD of the relationships which we build with our students, parents, visitors and stakeholders.

Our reputation within our local community for academic success, high standards of behaviour, inclusivity and partnership working is strong and continuously improving.

Our Governing Board welcomes applications from serving Deputy Headteachers and experienced, visionary and outstanding Senior Leaders who are keen, competent and able to step up to Deputy Headship for the first time.

If you are PROUD of your achievements, committed to excellence and have the vision to help lead a school from “Good” to “Outstanding”, the Governing Board at Lathom High School looks forward to meeting you.

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:

31/03/2025 

For an informal discussion please contact:

Pre-booked visits to school are warmly welcomed and strongly recommended.
The dates are:
Tuesday 4 March - 9.30am, Thursday 6 March - 9.30am, Wednesday 12 March - 9.30am
Please contact Collette Brooke, Finance & HR Manager, on 01695 725653 ext 205
or email c.brooke@lathom.lancs.sch.uk to book a visit.

Application forms and further details are available from/returnable to

If you wish to apply for the position of Headteacher at Lathom High School, please complete
the application form and return it with a letter of application of no more than 1000 words to
c.brooke@lathom.lancs.sch.uk

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