Deputy Headteacher

Have you made an impact on the quality of teaching, learning and leadership in your current school?

Are you looking for an opportunity to innovate and lead change?

We are looking for an exceptional deputy head teacher who can inspire and challenge in order to drive up standards. As Gorringe Park Primary School currently 'Requires Improvement', you will play a leading role in the development of a curriculum that engages and fosters a successful learning culture. Initially leading on teaching and learning, you will assure the progress of all pupils in our diverse community.

We offer you:

• Enthusiastic, responsive children.
• An inclusive, multilingual and multi-cultural community.
• An active and supportive governing body.
• Strong working relationships with a local cluster of schools and Merton Local Authority.

If you have energy and ambition and relish the challenge of moving a school from Requires Improvement to Outstanding, this is an opportunity you won’t want to miss.

Informal visits welcome - to arrange a visit and request an application pack please contact Sherlyn Quye, School Business Manager on 020 8648 1451 or email office@gorringepark.merton.sch.uk.

Closing Date: 12th March 2015 (12 noon)
Interview Dates: 19th/20th March 2015

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to pre-employment checks, references will be sought and successful candidates will need to undertake an enhanced DBS check.