Waunarlwydd Primary School : Deputy Headteacher

Waunarlwydd Primary School is at the heart of its community. We are a vibrant and welcoming primary school that is dedicated to fostering a safe, inclusive, and inspiring learning environment. We are committed to providing high-quality education to all our learners, supporting both their academic and personal growth. We are seeking to appoint a passionate, innovative, and dedicated individual who is ready to take on a leadership role in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Our school ethos centres around being a self-improving school with the well-being of the whole school community at the heart. The annual School Development Plan endeavours to build on this ethos.

The Governing Body of our successful primary school is seeking to appoint an inspirational deputy headteacher to lead the school as it continues on its journey towards excellence. We are looking to appoint an innovative leader with:

• excellent classroom practice
• an excellent understanding of education reform agendas
• a sharp focus on improving learner progress
• a highly visible and approachable leadership style
• exceptional communication skills
• an ability to nurture positive relationships and trust with all stakeholders within our school community
• a commitment to enhancing and supporting the wellbeing of all

The school can provide:

• a happy atmosphere that offers a caring, safe and welcoming environment
• a supportive environment that promotes high expectations
• enthusiastic children and supportive staff, parents and governors
• a team of staff who are committed to promoting positive wellbeing and success for all pupils;
• a safe and nurturing site blessed with wonderful indoor and outdoor spaces
• a commitment to ongoing professional learning at all levels

This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure application to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Within Swansea Council there is a "Safeguarding is Everybody's Business" principle, and this applies to all Swansea Council employees, elected members, volunteers and contractors. Further details can be found at: https://www.swansea.gov.uk/corporatesafeguarding

The application form should be returned to: Karen Lang (Clerk to Governors) langk1@Hwbcymru.net

Application form - headteacher/deputy headteacher ( Word doc, 171 KB )

Waunarlwydd Primary School Deputy Headteacher Job Description ( PDF, 233 KB )

Waunarlwydd Primary School Deputy Headteacher Job PERSON SPECIFICATION ( PDF, 122 KB )

We would encourage you to undertake a visit to our school, so that you can see for yourself what the school has to offer. A tour of the school for prospective applicants can be arranged during the week of 17 February. Please email Karen Lang langk1@hwbcymru.net to book a visit.

School tour: Week beginning 17 February
Closing date: 7 March 2025 (noon)
Shortlisting: 14 March 2025
Lesson Observations: Week beginning 24 March 2025
Stakeholder groups: 31 March 2025
Formal Interview Day (to include a presentation): 1 April 2025