Deputy Headteacher - Primary School
Location: Aintree Primary School (L10 area)
Salary: £48,894 - 55,359 per year
Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Start Date: 04.11.24
A primary school in Aintree, Liverpool are seeking a dynamic and ambitious Deputy Headteacher to join their leadership team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced school leader who is passionate about driving school improvement and making a positive difference to the lives of our children.
Key Responsibilities:
* Work closely with the Headteacher to lead whole-school development, implementing strategies to raise outcomes for all pupils, including those from disadvantaged backgrounds and with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
* Inspire and motivate staff, leading by example and managing teams effectively to ensure high standards of teaching, learning, and behaviour.
* Demonstrate outstanding classroom practice across EYFS, KS1, and KS2, ensuring that all pupils are supported to reach their full potential.
* Support and challenge colleagues to improve, driving forward high-quality teaching through robust school-wide systems, effective coaching, and professional development.
* Work collaboratively with the Headteacher to develop and monitor a curriculum that is both engaging and challenging, ensuring that it meets the needs of all learners and supports their academic and personal growth.
* Build positive relationships with pupils, staff, parents, and the wider community, fostering a welcoming and inclusive school culture.
* Take a lead role in promoting excellent attendance and behaviour across the school, ensuring that high expectations are consistently maintained.
* Champion inclusion and SEND provision, valuing each child’s unique strengths and ensuring that vulnerable groups receive the support they need to succeed.
* Be ambitious for the school’s future, sharing in a vision that prioritises the success and well-being of every learner.
Essential Requirements:
* Proven experience as a school leader, with a successful track record in driving whole-school improvement.
* Demonstrable experience in raising outcomes for children, including those who are disadvantaged or have SEND.
* Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to inspire and lead others effectively.
* Excellent classroom practice, with a deep understanding of teaching and learning across all primary phases (EYFS, KS1, and KS2).
* Passionate about education, with the drive and ability to support and challenge colleagues to achieve continuous improvement.
* Outstanding interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with all members of the school community.
* A commitment to delivering a broad, balanced, and engaging curriculum, alongside rigorous monitoring to ensure high standards across all classes.
* A collaborative approach, working in close partnership with the Headteacher to realise a shared vision for our school.
* A strong commitment to inclusion, with the skills to lead SEND provision and support vulnerable groups effectively.
What School can Offer:
* A welcoming and supportive school community that values the contribution of every member.
* Opportunities for professional development and growth within a forward-thinking school environment.
* A chance to make a lasting impact on the lives of our children and the wider community.
* A leadership role where your expertise and ideas will be valued and where you can lead on significant areas of school improvement.
How to Apply:
Please submit your CV and a cover letter explaining your experience and suitability for this role to your application.*
*the role will initially be temporary, until made permanent by the school.
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