Deputy Headteacher
Leadership Scale Points 18-22
Starting September 2025
Based at Lyng Hall School, Blackberry Lane, Coventry CV2 3JS
We are delighted to announce that we are recruiting a second Deputy Headteacher for Lyng Hall School. This is an exciting opportunity to join the school at the same time as a new Headteacher, following the current Headteacher announcing their retirement from the end of this academic year. We are seeking to appoint an inspirational and dynamic Deputy Headteacher who has exceptional leadership skills and shares an ambitious vision to work with the Headteacher, Governors and Senior Leadership Team to support the school on its improvement journey.
Finham Park Multi Academy Trust is a growing organisation, which is currently made up of eight schools across Coventry and Warwickshire. The Primary and Secondary schools in Finham Park MAT set out to pioneer, innovate and deliver a “World Class” education for all.
Lyng Hall School is committed to providing a ‘World Class’ education for all students.
Lyng Hall was recently inspected by Ofsted and graded ‘Good’ for Behaviour & Attitudes, Personal Development, Leadership & Management, and Sixth Form (November 2024). The Lead Inspector noted in their report that:
“Lyng Hall School welcomes everyone. Staff ‘go the extra mile’ to help pupils. They support those who are new to the school well so that they settle quickly into the learning community. Pupils get along with each other. They know who to turn to if they have a concern, and they feel safe. The rate of attendance is rising and closing in on the national average.”
The successful candidate must be:
* Committed to making a positive difference to the lives of all students and staff.
* Reflective and resilient with a strong personal drive.
* Able to demonstrate exceptional leadership at a senior level and work closely with the Headteacher.
* Passionate about securing exciting learning opportunities that impact on students’ attainment and progress.
* Values driven, dedicated to improving outcomes for all students.
* Honest and have complete integrity and ‘moral compass’.
We will offer you:
* A positive and innovative learning culture, where wellbeing and workload are effectively managed.
* A dedicated, highly skilled and committed staff, upholding high expectations and aspirations for all of our students.
* A strong sense of community and a warm, welcoming workplace.
* Frequent opportunities to collaborate with teachers and support staff from the other schools in the Trust to develop and share best practice.
* A vibrant, modern building and facilities in a central location within easy reach of the M6/M1 corridor.
Are you looking for your next challenge? Do you relish the chance to support colleagues to secure rapid sustained school improvement? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!
Visits to the school are welcomed. If you would like to have an informal discussion with the current Headteacher, Paul Green or the CEO, Mark Bailie about the role, telephone 02477180000 Option 2 for HR.
Closing date: Sunday 27th April 11.59pm
Interview date: TBC
How to Apply
Applications are submitted through our Every Candidate Portal. Click the link below to take you directly to the site.
https://candidates.every.education/Vacancies/Details?advertKey=711148af-822b-4863-9fc8-8b9f64808f03
Alternatively, you can click on the ‘application form’ on our careers website which will direct you to the application page.
To request any of the documents in an accessible format, or to request an application form via email please contact apply@finhampark.co.uk or call 02477 180000 and select option 2 for HR.
If you are a new user to our portal, you can click on ‘Register’ to complete your candidate profile. If you want to apply directly for this role and not save your data for any future vacancies, you can click on the ‘Apply Now’ button at the bottom of the Every page.
For further information on this role and other opportunities within the MAT, please visit https://careers.fpmat.co.uk
Online Checks
In line with KCSIE (Keeping children Safe in Education) 2023 we will complete online searches as part of our due diligence on all shortlisted candidates. If anything is identified as part of these checks they will be discussed with you at interview. If any safeguarding concerns are identified we reserve the right to withdraw your application.
Finham Park Multi Academy Trust requires all applicants to be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions as we are unable to offer sponsorship/work visas. You will be required to provide proof of Right to Work at interview stage and if you are offered a job position with us.
Lyng Hall School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful applicants will be requested to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check.
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