Deputy Headteacher

Deputy Headteacher

Grade: Leadership 7-11

Term: Permanent & Full-time

Reporting to: Headteacher

We are seeking to appoint a non-class based deputy headteacher to join our warm and vibrant school from September 2024.

We require a deputy headteacher who will work in close partnership with our Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team to continue to develop our aspirational culture focussed on building capacity for consistently outstanding teaching and learning, and high expectations for all aspects of school life at Phil & Jim. The over-arching purpose of the role is to continue to develop our vision for outstanding and inclusive quality of education for all our children.

We are looking for someone who can:

-         Deputise in the headteacher’s absence

-         Demonstrate a clear understanding of what constitutes outstanding teaching and learning

-         Inspire and motivate staff, parents, carers and children 

-         Demonstrate high standards of interpersonal and organisational skills

-         Show commitment to ensuring equality of opportunity for all our learners

-         Be a dynamic, imaginative and creative practitioner with high expectations for all in our team

We offer you:

ü A happy, supportive and nurturing environment where we work effectively as a team

ü Children who are eager to learn, committed staff, governors, parents and carers

ü A commitment to a healthy work/life balance

ü Inspiring curriculum enrichment opportunities because of our exciting location in central Oxford

ü Opportunities to develop your practice supported by a commitment to your continuous professional development

Benefits:

Our school is not only walking distance from all of Oxford’s famous city attractions and landmarks, but is located next to the beautiful Port Meadow.

ü Access to Oxfordshire County Council discounts

ü Cycle to work scheme

ü Ample parking and secure bike store

ü Well-being days

ü Staff laptops and iPads

To see the full candidate pack and apply follow this link to our website philandjim.org.uk