Deputy Head teacher

Teaching Vacancies; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 68,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Leadership opportunities

Staff wellbeing support

Trust-wide collaboration

Job summary

Northfield Manor Primary Academy seeks an experienced Deputy Head Teacher to support the Head Teacher with strategic leadership, policy development and driving school improvement within Victoria Academies Trust.

The post leads teaching and learning, whole-school assessment, safeguarding and staff development. It is non-class-based by default, with occasional teaching possible, and a focus on inclusive education for all pupils.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading schools or large departments.
• Strong understanding of curriculum development and assessment.
• Commitment to inclusive practice and high-quality teaching.

Responsibilities

• Lead teaching and learning across the school.
• Drive whole-school assessment and improvement.
• Oversee safeguarding and wellbeing policies.
• Line manage senior leaders and contribute to strategic planning.

Skills

Teaching excellence

Leadership

Curriculum development

Assessment literacy

Inclusive practice

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Leadership qualification

Tools

Data analysis tools

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

Main Purpose of the Role

The Deputy Head Teacher at Northfield Manor Primary Academy plays a crucial role in supporting the Head Teacher in providing strategic leadership and direction for the school. As a member of the senior leadership team, the Deputy Head Teacher will take a major role in formulating the school's aims and objectives, establishing policies to achieve these goals, managing staff and resources effectively, and monitoring progress towards the school's vision.

The Deputy Head Teacher is expected to be an exemplary classroom practitioner, leading teaching and learning across the school, and driving whole-school assessment and improvement. They will also support the professional development of staff, including acting as an induction tutor for Early Career Teachers (ECTs).

The role of Deputy Head Teacher is pivotal in ensuring the continued success and growth of the school, aligning with the school's vision and values of providing an inclusive, high-quality education for all pupils.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

Whole-School Leadership and Management

• Collaborate with the Head Teacher and other senior leaders to formulate the school's aims and objectives, and establish policies to achieve these goals
• Contribute to the development, implementation, and evaluation of the school's policies, practices, and procedures to support the school's vision and values
• Manage staff and resources effectively to ensure the successful delivery of the school's aims and objectives
• Monitor progress towards the achievement of the school's aims and objectives and report on progress to the Head Teacher and governing body
• Line manage designated school leaders, including Assistant Headteachers, Phase Leaders and Subject Leaders, as agreed with the Head Teacher
• Support the Head Teacher in the day-to-day running of the school, including oversight of staff absence, cover arrangements and PPA provision
• Contribute to improvement across Victoria Academies Trust, including relevant networks and support for other academies as required

Teaching and Learning

• Lead teaching and learning across the school, ensuring that all pupils receive a high-quality education
• Lead whole-school assessment, using data to inform teaching and learning strategies and drive school improvement
• Lead statutory assessment and testing arrangements, alongside internal assessment and pupil progress tracking systems
• Lead the school's Pupil Premium strategy, monitoring and evaluating the impact of spending and overseeing the annual published statement
• Lead a core subject area, ensuring the effective implementation of the curriculum and supporting staff in their subject knowledge and pedagogy
• Lead monitoring and evaluation of teaching, learning and curriculum provision to improve standards and pupil outcomes

Professional Development

• Support the development of staff, including acting as an induction tutor for ECTs
• Participate in the school's appraisal procedures and support the professional development of other teachers and support staff
• Lead improvement in teaching through coaching, team-teaching, modelling effective practice and facilitating high-quality professional learning

Safeguarding

• Promote the safety and well-being of all pupils and staff
• Work in line with statutory safeguarding guidance and the school's safeguarding and child protection policies
• Work closely with the Designated Safeguarding Lead and safeguarding team, sharing concerns promptly and supporting safeguarding procedures and actions as required
• Support the Designated Safeguarding Lead in promoting effective safeguarding practice across the school

Other Duties

• Deputise for the Head Teacher and assume responsibility for the school in their absence
• Contribute to the wider life and ethos of the school
• The role is normally non-class-based, although teaching classes or groups may be required from time to time
• Collaborate and work with colleagues and other relevant professionals within and beyond the school
• Uphold the highest standards of professional conduct, both within and outside the school

Skills and Competencies

• Excellent teaching and learning skills, with the ability to model best practice and support the development of others
• Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire staff
• Thorough understanding of curriculum development, assessment, and school improvement
• Strong knowledge of inclusive practice, behaviour management, EAL provision and evidence-informed approaches to improving outcomes for disadvantaged pupils
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues
• Commitment to promoting the safety and well-being of all pupils
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a senior leadership team
• Dedication to continuous professional development and a passion for lifelong learning

Professional Development

Northfield Manor Primary Academy is committed to supporting the professional development of all staff, including the Deputy Head Teacher. The school will provide opportunities for the Deputy Head Teacher to engage in relevant training and development activities, both internally and externally, to ensure they are equipped to fulfil their responsibilities effectively and continue to grow in their role.

The school will also support the Deputy Head Teacher in pursuing further qualifications and leadership opportunities, in line with their career aspirations and the needs of the school.

Safeguarding

Northfield Manor Primary Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children. The Deputy Head Teacher will be expected to work in line with the school's safeguarding and child protection policies and procedures, as well as relevant statutory guidance such as Keeping Children Safe in Education.

The Deputy Head Teacher will play a key role in promoting the safeguarding of all pupils in the school, working closely with the Designated Safeguarding Lead and safeguarding team to ensure the best interests of children are met. This will include sharing any concerns about a child's welfare, in accordance with the school's safeguarding protocols. The Deputy Head Teacher is not the lead Designated Safeguarding Lead.

What the school offers its staff

About Northfield Manor Primary Academy

Northfield Manor Primary Academy is a vibrant and inclusive school where children are at the heart of everything we do. We are proud of our nurturing ethos, high expectations and commitment to ensuring every child achieves their full potential, both academically and personally.

As part of Victoria Academies Trust, we are driven by a shared vision of providing exceptional educational experiences and improving life chances for all children. We are now seeking an exceptional Deputy Head Teacher to join our leadership team and help shape the next stage of our journey.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced leader who is passionate about teaching and learning and committed to securing the very best outcomes for pupils. Working closely with the Head Teacher, you will play a key role in driving school improvement, developing staff, leading assessment and curriculum development, and ensuring that every child receives a high-quality education.

Victoria Academies Trust invests heavily in its staff and we offer:

• Excellent professional development opportunities, including access to the Trust's leadership development programmes and Pathways Programme.
• Opportunities to collaborate and network with leaders across our family of schools.
• A highly supportive and ambitious leadership team.
• Dedicated opportunities for coaching, mentoring and professional growth.
• Free access to the Education Support employee assistance programme.
• A Trust and school that place staff wellbeing at the centre of decision-making.
• The opportunity to contribute to wider Trust improvement and leadership initiatives.

In return, we ask that you are:

• An outstanding classroom practitioner with a strong understanding of effective teaching and learning.
• An experienced and successful leader with the ability to inspire and develop others.
• Committed to achieving the very best outcomes for all children.
• Passionate about inclusion and ensuring every pupil can thrive, with the ability to use assessment and data to drive improvement.
• Committed to continuous professional development and self-improvement.
• Aligned with and committed to our Trust values of Unity, Courage, Curiosity, Integrity and Excellence.

We welcome applications from experienced senior leaders who are looking for an exciting opportunity to make a lasting difference within a supportive and ambitious school and Trust.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.