Deputy Headteacher

St Botolphs CE Academy; Knottingley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

St Botolph’s CE Academy in Knottingley is seeking an experienced Deputy Headteacher to join our team. The role initially includes a 0.6 teaching commitment and shared accountability with the Headteacher for educational quality and pupil wellbeing.

You will lead on curriculum development, monitor and improve teaching, coach staff, and ensure safeguarding across the school. A proactive, values-driven leader with strong communication is essential.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in primary or equivalent setting.
• Experience leading curriculum development and school improvement.
• Strong focus on safeguarding, pupil welfare and staff development.

Responsibilities

• Shape and deliver the school's strategic vision and values.
• Champion outstanding teaching and learning and drive improvement.
• Lead, coach and develop staff at all career stages.
• Promote welfare and wellbeing of every pupil and contribute to safeguarding leadership.
• Use pupil performance data to evaluate impact and inform decisions.
• Build strong partnerships with parents, governors and the Trust network.
• Model high professional standards and commitment to ongoing development.

Skills

Leadership

Curriculum development

Staff development

Data analysis

Safeguarding knowledge

Education

NPQH or equivalent

Job description

Due to promotion of our current Deputy Headteacher, we have an exciting opportunity for an inspiring and experienced leader to join us and play a pivotal role in the next chapter of our school's journey.

Working closely with our Headteacher, you will share accountability for the quality of education, the wellbeing of all pupils and staff, and the school's ongoing improvement - and you will act as Headteacher in their absence.

You will work alongside a fantastic team, who care deeply about our children in our fantastic school. St Botolph’s is a special place with a distinctive Christian ethos. Our school vision 'find your fantastic' permeates through every single thing that we do.

We are looking for an experienced, dynamic, enthusiastic and committed Deputy Headteacher to join our team. IN the first instance, there will be a 0.6 teaching commitment.

We are looking for a Deputy Headteacher who will:

• Shape and deliver the school's strategic vision, embedding our values of courage, joy, creativity, kindness, curiosity and empowerment in all aspects of school life
• Champion outstanding teaching and learning, leading on curriculum development and using monitoring and evaluation to drive improvement
• Lead, coach and develop staff at all career stages, building a culture of ambition, collaboration and professional growth
• Promote the welfare and wellbeing of every pupil, acting as or supporting the Designated Safeguarding Lead i
• Use pupil performance data with rigour and precision to evaluate impact and inform strategic decisions
• Build strong partnerships with parents, carers, local governors and the wider Trust network
• Model the highest standards of professional conduct and a commitment to your own continued development

We are looking for someone who brings the following:

• Proven primary school leadership experience and a sustained track record of raising pupil outcome
• The ability to inspire and motivate staff and children alike, with warmth, energy and high expectations
• Strong knowledge of curriculum, assessment, SEND and inclusion and how to translate this into excellent practice
• A values-driven approach and the commitment to hold or work towards the NPQH
• A genuine belief that every child, regardless of background, can achieve their very best
• A sense of humour

Enhance Academy Trust has an absolute commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS. The Trust values the diversity of our workforce and welcomes applications from all.