Deputy Headteacher - Cwrt Rawlin Primary School

Deputy Headteacher - Cwrt Rawlin Primary School
Job description
CWRT RAWLIN PRIMARY

ISR: L08- L12

DEPUTY HEADTEACHER

To commence in January 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 pupils between the ages of three and eleven.

The school is located on the Western side of Caerphilly town. It is within easy traveling distance of Cardiff and Newport, just off the M4 corridor via the A470.

The Estyn Inspection Report 2016 states that:

• Most pupils make at least good progress during their time at the school;
• Many pupils apply their literacy and numeracy skills well across the curriculum;
• Standards of pupils' behaviour and wellbeing are high;
• Attendance rates compare well with those in similar schools;
• The curriculum provides a wide range of rich and varied learning experiences;
• All staff work together very well as a team to provide a caring and stimulating environment for all pupils;
• Most teaching is good;
• The school provides pupils with high levels of care, support and guidance.

Governors are committed to appointing a Deputy Head Teacher who:

• Has a proven record of excellent classroom practice; there will be a 2.5 day teaching commitment;
• Has very good knowledge of safeguarding procedures;
• 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, including a training package on coaching;
• 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: Thursday 14 th September 2023

Shortlisting will take place on: Thursday 21 st September 2023

Shortlisted candidate Visit to school: Date TBC

Lesson observations and school activities will take place over two days:

Tuesday, 26 th September 2023 & Wednesday, 27 th September 2023.

Interviews will be held on: Monday, 2 nd October 2023

View the Job Description and Person Specification.

For more information about the school, please follow the link www.cwrtrawlinprimary.co.uk

After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role please contact Tara Lloyd on 02920 807070.

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.

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.