Deputy Headteacher*

Required for September 2010.

Due to the promotion of the previous post holder, the Governors wish to appoint a highly motivated, creative and inspirational Deputy Headteacher. The successful candidate will work in partnership with the Headteacher to take a leading role in shaping the future of our school which was judged to be outstanding when last inspected by Ofsted.

We are at an exciting time in our development and require a deputy headteacher who will:

•Share the vision for the future of the school and build upon the existing high standards and successes.
• Be an outstanding classroom practitioner with a passion for learning and teaching.
• Has successful primary school senior leadership experience and proven skills in leading school improvement.
• Have the ability to motivate and lead staff, children, parents, carers and other stakeholders.
• Have exemplary managerial, organisational and interpersonal skills combined with a caring approach and a sense of humour.
• Have high expectations of achievement and behaviour.
• Be committed to safeguarding and promoting the well-being of our pupils.
• Is aspiring to headship and committed to their own professional development.

The school can offer you:
• Keen and enthusiastic children who enjoy learning.
• A friendly, hardworking and supportive team of staff, governors, parents and carers.
• An attractive working environment that is well resourced.
• Guaranteed leadership time to fulfil your role and a commitment to your professional development.

Specific areas of responsibility are flexible but will include the development of the new primary National Curriculum and child protection. If you think you can make a vital contribution to the future development of our school we look forward to hearing from you. Prior visits to the school are welcomed and encouraged. Please contact the school by telephone to arrange a visit or for an informal discussion with both the Headteacher and Headteacher Designate.

Further details and an application form for the post are available from the school to collect, otherwise please email your request to . Applications can also be made online via www.hullcc.gov.uk/jobs

Closing date for application forms is Tuesday 13 April at 4 p.m.

ANY OFFER OF EMPLOYMENT TO THE ABOVE POST WILL BE SUBJECT TO RECEIPT OF A SATISFACTORY DISCLOSURE FROM THE CRIMINAL RECORDS BUREAU.

THE SCHOOL IS COMMITTED TO SAFEGUARDING AND PROMOTING THE WELFARE OF CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE AND EXPECTS ALL STAFF AND VOLUNTEERS TO SHARE THIS COMMITMENT.