Deputy Headteacher 1FTE - Secondary
Falmouth School, Falmouth, Cornwall, TR11 4LHThis job expired on 18 October 2024
Start date details
1 January 2025 / by negotiation
Closing date
18 October 2024 at 9am
Date listed
1 October 2024
Job details
Job role
- Deputy headteacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
Working pattern
- Full time (Can be done as a job share): 1FTE
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- L17-L22
What skills and experience we're looking for
We feel very proud to belong to The Roseland Multi-Academy Trust, which consists of three secondary schools, two of which have 6th forms, two primary schools, both with their own nursery provision and a Teaching School Hub.Our Trust therefore provides education from the age of 2 to 18 and teacher recruitment, training and induction through the ECT programme and continuing CPD via the National Professional Qualifications.It is an exciting place to be with many opportunities available to invest in your own CPD and career progression.
The Trust’s mission is "to provide an outstanding education for our communities, where everyone succeeds" and we put our staff at the heart of everything we do to create a team spirit in our highly successful schools.
Falmouth School is on an improvement journey after being re-brokered into The Roseland Multi Academy Trust.The last OFSTED report clearly identifies the improvement journey and the school and Trust are clear in the vision for the next steps to secure our mission for our schools.Although the outcomes will not be validated until later in the autumn term these are some of the key indicators taken from the SISRA collaboration: A8 50.51, P8 0.08, Basics 9-5 52.5%. Therefore, we are looking for the right leader to support the current leadership team to support the next drive in achieving our mission and vision.
Falmouth School is a friendly and inclusive schoolof 980 students with the potential to grow further, including the Sixth Form.We expect diligence and commitment to learning from everyone. We strive for passion for learning, thirst for knowledge and courage to embrace all challenges in learning with determination.We expect everyone to be able to enjoy a learning environment that is disruption free and where exciting learning happens every minute of the day and we all pursue these highest standards.
Our vision is that every adult deserves to enjoy working in an extraordinary school.Our vision for all students:
- Every student deserves to accomplish extraordinary success.
- Every student deserves to enjoy an extraordinary educational experience.
- Every student deserves to flourish in an extraordinary school.
We expect everyone to showcase British Values, foster a collective responsibility and the highest standards towards others within and beyond our learning community.We are seeking a committed and passionate colleague whose values align with the Trust to help us challenge every day to succeed in our mission.
This post is an exceptional opportunity for an ambitious Assistant or Deputy Headteacher to join the Headteacher and a highly motivated Leadership Team and staff, as they strive to ensure the children in their care leave the school as highly qualified, confident and articulate young adults.If you believe you can provide outstanding leadership, which inspires and motivates others towards excellence and ensures the very best education for all our students, then we would love to hear from you.We are looking for applicants with a proven record of accomplishment and with drive and ambition to motivate our staff and students to succeed.
What the school offers its staff
We believe we can offer you a unique opportunity to be a key member of staff in a forward-looking, ever-improving school with a happy and supportive working environment with great opportunities to collaborate across our Trust schools and beyond.
What you’ll get in return:
- A unique opportunity to be a key member of staff in a forward-looking, thriving school in the beautiful town of Falmouth, in Cornwall;
- A genuine family atmosphere with high expectations and standards where every student is known and valued;
- Access to high-quality Continuous Professional Development within the Multi Academy Trust and offered through OneCornwall Teaching School Hub;
- Competitive salaries, based on skills and experience;
- Teacher’s Pension Scheme;
- Discounted membership in Trust Sports Hubs (Falmouth & Newquay);
- Free parking facilities;
- Employer’s Eyecare Scheme(Specsavers);
- Employee Assistant Programme (EAP);
- TES media access (magazine, podcast and videos);
- Mileage paid if there is a requirement to travel to different schools within the Trust.
Commitment to safeguarding
Falmouth School, part of The Roseland Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS check and online searches will be carried out for shortlisted candidates.
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About Falmouth School
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 968 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
- School website
- Falmouth School website (opens in new tab)
- Email address
- jwinter@theroselandmat.co.uk
Falmouth School is a friendly, inclusive and highly successful school of 980 students, including a growing Sixth Form. Our ethos is that students achieve their best when they enjoy their learning. We believe every student has a talent, and it is our duty to guide and support each individual on their journey towards greatness. We are proud to be an ambitious 11-18 school with an excellent sixth form in a beautiful setting that serves the historic and vibrant town of Falmouth.
Falmouth has been shaped and influenced by its strong connection to the sea. Combining a fascinating maritime heritage and modern creativity, Falmouth is one of the South West’s leading cultural and festival destinations. It is framed by Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONBs) along the Helford and Fal Rivers and the Roseland Peninsula, located on the outstanding South West Coast Path, a magnet for walkers, picnickers and families alike.
Our school strive for passion for learning, thirst for knowledge and courage to embrace all challenges in learning with resolute determination. We expect everyone to be able to enjoy a learning environment that is disruption free and where exciting learning happens every minute of the day and we all pursue these highest standards: adults and students. We expect everyone to achieve their best every day and our sense of belonging is mighty as we are a ‘Falmouth Family’.
Falmouth School and Sixth Form is part of The Roseland Multi-Academy Trust, consisting of three secondary schools, two primary schools and a Teaching School Hub. The Trust’s mission is "to provide an outstanding education for our communities, where everyone succeeds" and we put our staff at the heart of everything we do to create a team spirit in our highly successful schools.
Arranging a visit to Falmouth School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email jwinter@theroselandmat.co.uk.
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