Deputy Head Teacher (non-class based)

Cypress is a large, split-site, primary school set in the north of Croydon, but surrounded by lovely green spaces.

Cypress is led by one head teacher across both the infant and junior sites. The school employs two deputy head teachers. They are based usually on one specific site, and are known to the school community as "Heads of School" i.e. head of infant or head of junior site. Also employed are three assistant head teachers; one for the infant site, another for the junior site and one as inclusion manager across the whole school.

Cypress has only formally been a primary school since September 2012. Improvements in KS2 have been rapid since that time. The school is in a strong position, as a whole, now.

Due to the relocation of our one of our current deputies, we are looking to appoint a new deputy head teacher. The successful applicant will, initially, be based primarily on our junior site.

The ethos of Cypress is diverse and exciting. We strive to enthuse children's learning through creative and exciting learning opportunities. Experiential learning is driven by: local and regional environment use; visitors and performances in school; sharing and celebrating our diversity and local and national initiatives.

We place great importance on the arts, science and sport, as well as a relentless focus on the basics. We welcome the use of innovative technologies to motivate children and engage with our community.

We place great emphasis on staff and governor team work and well-being. We work as a whole: governors and staff work together to support our pupils and their families. This includes our administrative and premises staff, family support workers, learning mentors, teaching assistants, lunchtime supervisors, wrap around care workers and teachers.

• Are you an excellent class teacher and an experienced leader?
• Are you effective in making use of data to drive improved outcomes for children?
• Are you a leader with a passion to make a positive difference to children's lives?
• Do you welcome the opportunity to work in a school which is at the heart of its community?
• Would you like to be part of senior leadership, within a school community, where moving children's learning forward is a team effort, between home and school?
• Do you genuinely believe that all children can make good progress, as long as you get the provision right?

Then Cypress may be the place for you.

Essential to success in this selection will be that the candidate has:

• A proven track record of excellent impact on learning;
• A clear understanding of assessment for learning and its role in achieving good progress for all;
• An expertise in managing data systems and ensuring that these systems inform provision effectively;
• Evidence of whole school, effective initiative delivery.

Have a look at our excellent website, www.cypressprimary.co.uk to find out more about us. Join our friendly and committed team, to bring out the best in our children and our local community. Pre-visits are essential.

For an application form, further details or to arrange a visit to the school please contact the school on 020 8653 4203/2618, e-mail infants@cypressprimary.co.uk or visit our website www.cypressprimary.co.uk and click on the vacancy tab.

Closing Date: Monday 27th April 2015 at Noon
Interview Date: Friday 1st May 2015

Cypress Primary is committed to safeguarding children and promoting the welfare of our children. The post is subject to a satisfactory, clear enhanced DBS check and references. As part of our safeguarding procedures, CVs will not be accepted.

LONDON BOROUGH OF CROYDON
Cypress Road, London SE25 4AU
Telephone: 020 8653 4203/020 8653 2618
Email: p.jordan@cypress-schools.co.uk
Website: www.cypressprimary.co.uk