Deputy Headteacher of Green Fold School
The Orchards, Highfield Road, Farnworth, Bolton BL4 0NS
Tel: 01204 335883
Required for April 2025 or earlier
Permanent - Salary Range L11 - L15 £63,815 - £70,293 per annum
Are you ready for something different? Do you want to be part of our team?
Can you help shape our future?
Green Fold School is an outstanding inclusive primary special school (Ofsted November 2023 Outstanding) for children with complex needs in the heart of Bolton. Due to the successful promotion of the previous post holder we are currently seeking to appoint a strong, collaborative leader to join the existing Leadership Team in the role of Deputy Headteacher.
You will already have experience of successful teaching and leadership in a special school and have a significant understanding of children’s varying needs and of the complexities of their care.
Our school is part of The Orchards Federation, a group of three schools working closely together for the benefit of all our pupils, the other members of the Federation are The Orchards Nursery School and Cherry Tree Primary School.
Green Fold is located across 4 sites in Bolton each with specific enabling learning environments closely matched to our learners' needs; the role will allow you to work and lead across all four sites.
Green Fold numbers have been expanding every year and there are many opportunities for the right person.
You will:
* Have a proven record of leadership and management skills within the special school sector
* Be keen to learn and committed to collaboration/teamwork
* Have high expectations of children’s achievement and behaviour
* Motivate, organise, communicate and work with a strong, supportive, and committed team
* Be committed to meeting children’s needs and furthering aspiration
We can offer:
* A vibrant, modern well-resourced environment
* An organisation where every child really matters and everyone is valued
* An excellent opportunity for professional development
* A high level of commitment and support from the staff, governors and parents
An informal visit to Green Fold School can be arranged on: Wednesday 18 December / Monday 6 January 1.30 pm - 4.30 pm / Tuesday 7 January 8.30 am - 12.30 pm. Please contact the office to arrange a time to visit. (01204 335883)
Closing date: Wednesday 8 January 2025 at 9.00 am
Shortlisting: Wednesday 8 January 2025
Assessment: Monday 13 January 2025
Interview: Thursday 16 January 2025
For further details and an information pack please download from the website. Return completed application forms via email to: recruitment@theorchards.bolton.sch.uk (Ref: GF Dep Head)
Please note a full application form must be submitted as CVs and late applications will not be accepted. Accompanying information must not be more than two sides of A4.
The school is committed to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and it expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
An equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from all sectors of the community.
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