Deputy Headteacher

We are looking for a Deputy Headteacher. This is an exciting opportunity to join Tyndale Primary School and become an integral member of the Leadership team. Our new Deputy Headteacher will have a proven track record of high expectations with developing teaching and learning, and the curriculum to raise standards, alongside prioritising strong relationships with staff and families to foster a nurturing learning environment where every child thrives.

Greenshaw Learning Trust is a highly successful multi academy trust that provides excellent quality, comprehensive and inclusive education through primary schools and secondary schools. Our schools are based in London, Surrey, Berkshire, Gloucestershire and South Gloucestershire, Bristol and Plymouth. We also have three shared service hubs where our central teams can be based out of. We are building a family of like-minded schools, that collaborate to provide mutual support, share their good practice and learn from each other, whilst retaining and developing their own distinctive character. We thrive from collaboration at every level. We encourage a culture of sharing ideas and learning from one another. As a Trust of schools, we are ‘Always Learning’.

To get a feel of life at Greenshaw Learning Trust, please download our ‘Why you should work for GLT’ recruitment brochure on our jobs portal.

Main responsibilities:

• Keeping the vision and direction for the school under regular review and maintaining high expectations, with a clear focus on pupil attainment and progress

• Play a significant role, with the Headteacher, Governors and other senior staff, setting aims and objectives for the school and in formulating the School Development and Improvement

• Develop and monitor policy and practice as laid down in the school improvement plan, and in agreement with the Headteacher

• Inspire, motivate and influence staff and pupils, taking a lead role in monitoring and evaluating all aspects of school life and in promoting the highest standards of teaching, learning, pupil discipline and children’s safeguarding

• Serve as an excellent role model for pupils and for all members of staff in all aspects of school life. To be an exemplar of all school policies and practices. To actively promote the aims of the school. To offer professional guidance and support to colleagues

You will need:

• Recognised Honours Degree

• Qualified Teacher Status

• Willingness to undertake further CPD

• Further professional qualifications

• Higher qualification in education and/or management

• Achieved an NPQ

What’s in it for you:

• Professional development and career progression

• Generous pension scheme

• Access to Blue Light Card scheme

• Eligibility for Teacher Art Pass (teaching staff only)

• An Employee Assistance Programme

• Gym Discounts

• Free eye tests

• Cycle to work scheme

• Green car scheme

• Being part of a great team and expanding organisation

Please download the recruitment pack for further information.

Closing date for receipt of applications is 06 May 2025. We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.

We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or adjustments to interact with us, please let us know.

Greenshaw Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment