Deputy Head Teacher x 2 - Glan Usk Primary School

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Deputy Head Teacher x 2 - Glan Usk Primary School
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Post No. POSN004233 - Deputy Head Teacher x 2 - Glan Usk Primary School

Required for September 2025, consideration will be given to notice periods and whether subject to completion of pre-employment and safeguarding checks, the candidate is able to commence employment prior to September 2025.

The Governors of Glan Usk Primary School are seeking to appoint two innovative and inspirational Deputy Head Teachers. The successful candidates will be committed to education and teaching of the highest standard to further the success of this outstanding Primary school and ensure that the school provides the best opportunities for all children.

The Governing Body are committed to appointing two Deputy Head Teacher’s who:

- Demonstrate a passion and a high-level skill set for leading outstanding teaching and learning across the school,
- Lead and promote excellence, equity and high expectations of behaviour, deploying positive behaviour management strategies effectively and consistently,
- Ensure that the well-being of all children is central to all that they do and build a relationship of mutual respect with the pupils, parents, staff, wider community and the Governing Body,
- Show excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills,
- Motivate, inspire and generate enthusiasm in a team environment and have a flexible and positive approach to challenge and change,
- Own a strong professional learning record and articulate aspirations for headship, being able to deputise for the Head Teacher on a regular basis,
- Demonstrate a deep understanding of the Curriculum for Wales and in its progression and assessment,
- Understand how to meet the needs of all pupils, including those with additional needs or those who are multilingual, have particular talent or are vulnerable,
- Bring energy, enthusiasm, positivity and drive to fulfil the role to the best of their ability at all times,
- Is an inspirational leader who has a clear vision for the partnership.

Governors will support the successful candidates in all aspects of school life thereby creating a practice of effective learning and development throughout the school and its community.

Prospective candidates are invited to visit the school on the 20th March from 2pm. If you would like to attend, please email the School via glanusk.primary@newportschools.wales to make arrangements.

THIS POST REQUIRES YOU TO BE REGISTERED WITH THE EWC.

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

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We are legally obliged to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. If you are invited to interview, you will be asked to provide appropriate documents such as your full birth certificate/passport/work permit in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996.

Key Dates
Closing Date for Applications: 30th March 2025
Shortlisting: 31st March 2025
Lesson Observations scheduled for: 2nd and 3rd April (Successful candidates will progress to interview stage)
Interviews scheduled for: 8th and 9th April 2025 (Successful candidates will progress to Day 2)

We welcome applications for all our jobs in either Welsh or English. An application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Newport City Council is committed to working towards its workforce being more representative of the population that we serve and particularly welcomes applications from people from minority ethnic communities represented (or living) in the city. Selection will be made on ability and skills to undertake the role.

Newport City Council is not currently supporting applicants with sponsorship for right to work. In applying for a vacancy, applicants should already have the right to work in the UK.

Our values – Fairness for all, Making a difference, Being responsible, Working together
Ein gwerthoedd – Tegwch ar gyfer pawb, Gwneud Gwahaniaeth, Bod yn gufrifol, Gweithio gydan gilydd