Deputy Headteacher
Start Date: September 2024
Salary: L8-12 (starting salary depending on experience and qualifications)
Contract: Full Time and Permanent
Job Expires: Sunday 14th April, 12 midnight(closing date)
NQTs Considered: No
ARE YOU A SCHOOL LEADER THINKING ABOUT A NEW CHALLENGE?
Christ Church C of E Primary School is situated in Clifton, Bristol. The school is 2 form of entry, SIAMS Outstanding and has an Ofsted rating of Good (March 2023) - at the next graded inspection Ofsted stated that the school could be judged Outstanding.
After 6 years in the role, our current Deputy Headteacher is relocating at the end of this academic year and we are seeking to appoint a school leader to work alongside the Headteacher and who is able to build on the achievements of the school as it progresses on the next exciting phase of its development. Are you the person for the job?
We will have a newly appointed Headteacher for September 2024; this is an opportunity for new leadership to be innovative and make their mark.
WE ARE SEEKING SOMEONE WHO:
• has a passion for teaching and learning;
• sets high expectations for all;
• will inspire, motivate, and support the children staff, parents and wider community;
• is highly committed to helping all children to achieve success and strive for their own high aspirations;
• has strong inter personal and communication skills to collaborate with and help lead a vibrant team;
• demonstrates strong analytical and organisational skills to continue to build a school of excellence and opportunity;
• has a good sense of humour;
WE CAN OFFER YOU A SCHOOL WITH:
• a welcoming and diverse community with exciting challenges;
• responsive children who have an appetite for learning and who are happy confident and have real pride in their school and their own achievements;
• highly professional staff who are enthusiastic, innovative and dedicated to a shared vision to be the school of choice in the community;
• an environment in which all individuals are valued;
• an active and supportive Governing Body which is committed to working with the senior leadership team to continue the strategic development of the school, whilst acknowledging the significant pressure under which school leaders operate;
Please view our website at 'christchurch.bristol.sch.uk' for more information about the school, its achievements and the curriculum.
It is essential that applicants use our advertised application form. We cannot accept CVs.
We actively encourage visits, to see the school in operation and meet our team. Please arrange directly with the school office (see website or application pack for contact details). Preferred dates Monday 25th or Tuesday 26th March, 4 pm.
Closing date Sunday 14th April, 12 midnight
Shortlisting: If you are shortlisted you will be contacted by telephone.
Interviews: w/c 29th April
Christ Church C of E Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be subject to full Disclosure and Barring Service, Section 128 and de-barring checks before appointment is confirmed. Please note that the school may carry out online searches as part of the shortlisting exercise. If you have lived or worked outside the UK, the school may carry out additional safeguarding checks.