Deputy Headteacher - Glyngaer Primary School

Deputy Headteacher - Glyngaer Primary School
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Glyngaer Primary School

DEPUTY HEADTEACHER L07 – L11

To commence 1 st September 2024 or as soon as possible thereafter (pending safeguarding clearance)

Applications are invited from dynamic, experienced and suitably qualified Teachers for the post of Deputy Head Teacher of this successful Primary School. The school provides education for boys and girls between the ages of three and eleven.

The school is in a rural area north of Caerphilly town, and whilst adopting new technology and understanding the need for change, has a lot of the charm and character of a “local village” school. The school is recognised as a pioneer in many areas and is often asked to share best practice within the Cluster and wider education community, confirming its position as a strong, well-run school.

Governors are committed to appointing a Deputy Head Teacher who:

• Has a proven record of excellent classroom practice;
• Has very good leadership and management skills;
• Has a clear vision and high expectations for school improvement;
• Has excellent personal and team building skills;
• Has excellent understanding of the skills curriculum and staff development;
• Is strongly committed to working closely with governors, parents and the wider community.
• A very positive attitude to innovation and change

The governors will provide effective support for the successful candidate who will demonstrate a strong commitment to work closely with them to provide high quality leadership and the best possible education for children

In return we can offer:

• A strong commitment to professional development
• A school with high aspirations and a genuine opportunity to make a difference
• An opportunity to help shape the future of teaching and learning
• A dedicated and supportive team of professional staff and governors

Closing Date for applications is: 2 nd May 2024

Shortlisting will take place on: 13 th May 2024

Lesson observations will take place on 16 th and 17 th May 2024

Interviews will be held on: 21 st May 2024

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to visit the school on 20 th May 2024 for a tour of the school and to meet the school council.

To view the Job Description and Person Specification please click on the attached documents.

After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role please contact Dave Cook on dave.cook@bt.com.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.

If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk for further information.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and a comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all successful applicants. This will include an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.

This vacancy has been processed in English only because there are no Welsh language requirements.