Assistant Headteacher Maindee Primary

Salary: L6 - L10 (£61,198 - £65,822 )

Assistant Headteacher Maindee Primary
Job information
Post No. EPT0470 - Assistant Headteacher Maindee Primary

Are you able to inspire others?

Are you committed to Equity, Excitement and Excellence?

The Headteacher and Governing Body of Maindee Primary School are seeking a senior leader who has a proven track record of inspiring staff and pupils. We are a highly inclusive community focused school with a proven track record of developing excellent relationships with all stakeholders in school and also with external partners and the wider community. We are looking for an Assistant Headteacher who will be able to lead areas of this work and further develop the aims of the school.

This post is offered on a secondment basis. Please discuss this and obtain agreement from your Headteacher before applying for the position.

We are seeking an excellent practitioner who can:
- inspire children and adults to develop a love of learning
- demonstrate total dedication to the inclusion of all pupils
- an understanding of teaching children who are multilingual
- the ability to develop positive relationships with all pupils, staff, parents and governors
- motivate others to have high expectations in teaching, learning and behaviour across the school
- use expertise in teaching and learning to inspire and support other staff
- show commitment to professional development of others
- a passion for working for social justice and to empower others

In return we are able to offer
- a proven track record of being a successful community focused school
- high expectations for teaching, learning and behaviour
- pupils who are passionate about learning
- a commitment to ensuring the rights of the child are at the heart of our work
- a well resourced learning environment
- innovative working practices
- a highly skilled staff team
- a leadership team who are committed to supporting the wellbeing of everyone

It is essential that you are the right fit for our school but also that we are the right school for you. Candidates considering applying for this post are invited for an informal tour of the school on Wednesday 19th November May 2.30pm - 4.30pm. This is a ‘drop in’ session, please email the school to let us know that you are planning to attend (maindee.primary@newportschools.wales).

The appointment process will involve a lesson observation, following which successful candidates will be invited to attend an interview.

Posting Date: Monday 10th November

Closing Date: Thursday 20th November

Shortlisting: W/B 24th November

Interview dates: W/B 1st Dec and 8th Dec

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and is subject to an enhanced Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) check.

Applications
Applications can be made through the Newport City Council website.

THIS POST REQUIRES YOU TO BE REGISTERED WITH THE EWC

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 – Ein Gwerthoedd, Tegwch i Bawb, Gwneud Gwahaniaeth, Bod yn Gyfrifol, Gweithio gyda'n gilydd