Deputy Head Teacher

Do you have high expectations, energy, drive and vision?  

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced school leader to join the Senior Leadership team in a school which is in an exciting period of transition as we move towards a two-form entry school. We are looking for someone who is ready to join with us on our journey to become outstanding. The school is ideally situated within close proximity to junction 27 (M62) midway between Leeds, Wakefield and Bradford with good commuter transport links.

We are seeking to appoint an experienced, enthusiastic, inspirational and highly motivated Deputy Head Teacher to join our friendly, welcoming village school.

The successful applicant will be an outstanding teacher with:

• A clear vision of what makes a school outstanding;
• A strong belief in the importance of wellbeing and positive relationships and a commitment to high standards for all stakeholders;
• Be an excellent classroom practitioner and be innovative in further developing teaching and learning;
• Able to cope with new challenges and the workload that this position will bring, alongside knowledge of imminent changes in education;
• Have a positive approach towards leading change through strong partnerships and relationships.

In return our school can offer:

• Motivated and enthusiastic children with high standards of behaviour
• A warm, welcoming, supportive and hard-working team of staff and supportive parents and governors
• A strong leadership team committed to staff development within a supportive ethos
• An excellent new build extension and refurbished building
• Outstanding opportunities for professional development

The successful applicant will be responsible for whole school effectiveness, raising standards, ensuring Pupil Premium is spent effectively, CPD and leading a phase team and a core subject.

The post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service Enhanced Check.

The Head Teacher is keen for any prospective applicants to visit the school prior to them applying and prior to short listing. Please contact via head@gildersomeprimary.org.uk

For more information, and to apply for this post, please visit the Leeds City Council jobs site at www.leeds.gov.uk/jobs (job reference 4728).

Shortlisting: w/c 22nd September, 2014
Interviews: Friday 10th October, 2014

'Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to a Disclosure Barring Service Check (formally Criminal Records Bureau disclosure).

'We promote diversity and want a workforce which reflects the population of Leeds'.