Assistant Headteacher
Delamere School, Manchester, M41 6AP18 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2025
Closing date
23 February 2025 at 11:59pm
Date listed
30 January 2025
Job details
Job role
- Assistant headteacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2
Working pattern
- Full time: Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £62,202-£66,919
What skills and experience we're looking for
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The governing body at Delamere is seeking to appoint a dynamic leader to join the Senior Leadership team in the position of Assistant Headteacher, leading on communication and language development.
We are looking for a candidate who:
- Is an outstanding teacher;
- Shares the Governors’ high expectations of our school and has a strong commitment to continuing to maintain our outstanding provision;
- Will set and achieve high standards and expectations of learning, teaching, behaviour and care;
- Has the commitment, dedication, determination and organisational skills required to succeed in such a demanding role;
- Has a proven record in being able to lead, manage and motivate other staff.
- Will set and achieve high standards and expectations of learning, teaching, behaviour and care.
- Will consult and communicate effectively with all members of the school community.
- Possesses enthusiasm and is committed to making a difference.
What the school offers its staff
- An ambitious, caring & inclusive school with a clear vision & the highest aspirations for all its children;
- A strong commitment to your continuing professional development including bespoke performance management to support you to fulfil your career ambitions;
- A forward-thinking environment where innovation and research are used to ensure our provision is the best it can be;
- A supportive, friendly & enthusiastic staff team;
- Highly competitive rates of pay;
- An experienced, dynamic, forward-thinking leadership team, committed to improving outcomes for pupils;
- A real opportunity to make a significant difference to the lives of our children;
- A school that cares for & nurtures every member of our school family, including staff, pupils and parents;
- Access to range of Health & Wellbeing support including Physiotherapy, GP, mindfulness, online gym, weight management & an active Staff Wellbeing Committee;
- Cycle to Work scheme;
- Large on-site car park.
Commitment to safeguarding
Delamere School is committed to safeguarding & promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This is reflected in our recruitment processes & the post is subject to enhanced DBS disclosures. References will be sought for shortlisted candidates and online checks undertaken. Please find our Safeguarding policy on our website: https://www.delamere.trafford.sch.uk/policies/
Applying for the job
Please download the application form using the link below, and once completed send to sbm@delamere.trafford.sch.uk
CVs are not accepted.
Upload additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Delamere School
- School type
- Special school, ages 2 to 11
- School size
- 124 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 2 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
- School website
- Delamere School website (opens in new tab)
- Email address
- admin@delamere.trafford.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 01617475893
We are a school for children aged between 3 and 11 years with learning difficulties and additional complex needs such as autism, physical or sensory impairments.
We are very proud of our school and believe in providing the highest quality of education to all our children regardless of needs or ability.
Our mission statement is “Together, we Make a Difference …” and we achieve this by creating a personalised curriculum and unique learning journey for every child.
We work within a multi- professional team including speech therapists, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, professional musicians, artists and sports leaders to create exciting learning environments that encourage each child to reach their full potential.
We have close links within the local community which enhances the quality of our provision.
We are fortunate to enjoy fantastic facilities including a hydrotherapy pool, soft-play room, sensory room, and fabulous outdoor learning spaces.
We understand that education is a partnership between school and home with the child being at the centre. We strive to build good relationships with all our parents and carers and encourage participation wherever possible.
Arranging a visit to Delamere School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email admin@delamere.trafford.sch.uk.
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