DELAMERE SCHOOL
Irlam Road
Flixton
Manchester
M41 6AP
Tel: 0161 747 5893
Email: delamere.admin@trafford.gov.uk
Website: www.delamere.trafford.sch.uk
Headteacher: Sally Judge
An Outstanding school for pupils with co-existing & complex learning difficulties including autism aged 3 11 years.
ASSISTANT HEADTEACHER required from September 2025
Full-time position 1.0 FTE
Leadership Scale - L10-L13 £62,202-£66,919
Permanent
The governing body at Delamere is seeking to appoint a dynamic leader to join the Senior Leadership team in the position of Assistant Headteacher, leading on communication and language development.
We are looking for a candidate who:
Is an outstanding teacher;
Shares the Governors’ high expectations of our school and has a strong commitment to continuing to maintain our outstanding provision;
Will set and achieve high standards and expectations of learning, teaching, behaviour and care;
Has the commitment, dedication, determination and organisational skills required to succeed in such a demanding role;
Has a proven record in being able to lead, manage and motivate other staff.
Will set and achieve high standards and expectations of learning, teaching, behaviour and care.
Will consult and communicate effectively with all members of the school community.
Possesses enthusiasm and is committed to making a difference.
We can offer you:
An ambitious, caring & inclusive school with a clear vision & the highest aspirations for all its children;
A strong commitment to your continuing professional development including bespoke performance management to support you to fulfil your career ambitions;
A forward-thinking environment where innovation and research are used to ensure our provision is the best it can be;
A supportive, friendly & enthusiastic staff team;
Highly competitive rates of pay;
An experienced, dynamic, forward-thinking leadership team, committed to improving outcomes for pupils;
A real opportunity to make a significant difference to the lives of our children;
A school that cares for & nurtures every member of our school family, including staff, pupils and parents;
Access to range of Health & Wellbeing support including Physiotherapy, GP, mindfulness, online gym, weight management & an active Staff Wellbeing
Committee;
Discounted gym membership and Cycle to Work scheme;
Large on-site car park.
Delamere School is committed to safeguarding & promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This is reflected in our recruitment processes & the post is subject to enhanced DBS disclosures. References will be sought for shortlisted candidates and online checks undertaken. Please find our Safeguarding policy on our website: https://www.delamere.trafford.sch.uk/policies/
Information applicable to the role can be downloaded through the attachments linked to the advertisement. Application Forms only will be accepted. Please return these to: sbm@delamere.trafford.sch.uk
We strongly advise viewing our school website for more information about our outstanding school.
Formal opportunity to visit the school: Wednesday 12 February 2025. Please contact admin@delamere.trafford.sch.uk to book a visit.
Closing date for applications - Sunday 23 February 2025
Shortlisting - Monday 24 February 2025
Interviews - Monday 10 March 2025