ASSISTANT HEADTEACHER

Location

HOLLY GROVE SCHOOL
Burnley Campus , Barden Lane , Burnley , BB10 1JD
Tel: 01282 682278
School website: www.holly-grove.lancs.sch.uk
Roll: 134

Information

Holly Grove school is a primary school (2 – 11 years) for pupils with generic learning difficulties

The governors and head teacher wish to employ an enthusiastic, flexible and committed Assistant Headteacher. Due to the promotion of the current Deputy Headteacher to Headteacher, an exciting leadership opportunity has arisen at this outstanding primary special school. The school is looking to appoint a highly skilled and motivated individual to join the Senior Leadership Team and work under the direction of the Headteacher, alongside the current Assistant Headteacher.

The post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Holly Grove School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects staff to share this commitment

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 that in line with the Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024 an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates

The successful candidate must be committed to sustaining regular attendance at work

The successful candidate must promote a healthy lifestyle and encourage physical activity/movement throughout the day.

References will be requested for all shortlisted candidates prior to interview

More Information can be found at http://www.holly-grove.lancs.sch.uk/

Essential Qualifications

See job description and person specification

Desirable Qualifications

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Essential Experience

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Desirable Experience

See job description and person specification

Proposed Interview Date:

09/05/2025 

For an informal discussion please contact:

Candidates are welcome and encouraged to visit the school on Monday 31st March at 1.30pm or Wednesday 2nd April at 9.30am , please e-mail Eve Taylor, Headteacher Designate to arrange your visit on e.taylor@holly-grove.lancs.sch.uk or ring school on 01282 953710.

Application forms and further details are available from/returnable to

Attached to the advert. . The application form must be completed electronically and returned by email to j.thresh@holly-grove.lancs.sch.uk
NB: CVs are not acceptable

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