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Deputy Headteacher

Castor CofE Primary School, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE5 7AY

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• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  22 November 2024 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  7 November 2024

Job details

• Job role:
  • Deputy 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
• Pay scale: L5-L9

What skills and experience we're looking for

Castor Church of England Primary School

Full-Time Deputy Headteacher

Salary: L5 (£54,939) to L9 (£60,644)

(Non-class based 3 days per week, 2 days class-based)

The Headteacher and governors are looking to appoint an exceptional and ambitious individual to join our senior leadership team as the Full-Time Deputy Headteacher. This is a unique opportunity for a talented educator with a passion for driving school improvement and a desire to help our school achieve an 'Outstanding' Ofsted rating.

Castor Church of England Primary School is a vibrant village school located west of Peterborough. With 179 pupils on roll, the school boasts a diverse community, with 60% of children residing within the catchment area and 40% coming from across Peterborough. The school is led by a strong Senior Leadership Team, which includes a SENDCO (2 days per week), an Assistant Headteacher who is class-based, and the Designated Safeguarding Lead.

Key Responsibilities:

• Curriculum leadership, with a focus on English and Maths
• Enhance our GDS results through strategic initiatives.
• Training and CPD lead, responsible for the professional development of our dedicated staff
• ECT Mentor, supporting the induction and growth of early career teachers
• Data analysis and intervention planning to ensure the progress and attainment of all pupils
• Non-class based 3 days per week, with 2 days spent teaching in Key Stage 2
• Have a strong grasp of educational standards and a commitment to improving student outcomes
• Support the school in raising funds through innovative ideas and specialised subject knowledge

Requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• Proven experience in a senior leadership role or in school improvement
• Excellent knowledge of the primary curriculum and assessment frameworks
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate staff and pupils
• A commitment to continuous professional development and a passion for school improvement

Desirable Qualities:

• Experience in leading curriculum development and implementation
• Expertise in data analysis and using data to inform decision-making
• Successful track record of mentoring and supporting early career teachers
• Ability to work collaboratively with the wider school community, including parents and governors

This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of our pupils and the future of our school. If you have the vision, drive, and expertise to help us on our journey to 'Outstanding', we encourage you to apply.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. To arrange a visit please contact the Office Manager, Mrs Baxter-Edwards on 01733 380280 or officemanager@castor.peterborough.sch.uk

To apply, please download an application pack from our website https://www.castorschool.com/page/?title=Vacancies&pid=85

Completed application forms and letter of application should be emailed to finance@castor.peterborough.sch.uk and marked for the attention of Suzie Phillips, Headteacher.

When writing your letter of application, please address how you meet the requirements of the job description and person specification. Also please include:

• Your reasons for applying
• Your experience and skills which would equip you for this role.

Your letter should be no more than two sides of A4 paper

Closing Date for applications: Friday 22nd November at Midday

Interviews to be held on Tuesday 3rd December

Castor Church of England School is an equal opportunities employer and employs suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. Any appointments will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment clearances including the right to work in the UK, an enhanced DBS check and two satisfactory references.

What the school offers its staff

Why Join Castor Church of England Primary School?

• Wonderful, confident, and motivated children who are proud of their school
• Wellbeing is a priority for all of our staff (please see our Wellbeing policy)
• Talented, highly professional, and passionate staff who are committed to excellence
• An environment shaped by the best pastoral care, where every child's future matters
• Committed, dedicated Governors at the heart of a strong parish community
• Recent 'Good' Ofsted and SIAMS inspection outcomes, with a drive to achieve 'Outstanding'

Commitment to safeguarding

Castor C of E Primary School is committed to safeguarding children and all posts are subject to satisfactory references and Enhanced DBS checks. Posts are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and do require a criminal records check. Applicants must be prepared to disclose any convictions they may have and any orders which have been made against them.

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About Castor CofE Primary School

• School type: Local authority maintained school, Church of England, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary
• School size: 165 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
• School website: Castor CofE Primary School website (opens in new tab)
• Email address: finance@castor.peterborough.sch.uk
• Phone number: 01733 380280
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/castor-cofe-primary-school (opens in new tab)

This is an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to join our friendly team at Castor and contribute to the academic growth and holistic development of the children in our school.

Castor Church of England Primary School is set in a beautiful village just four miles from Peterborough with excellent road links to the surrounding area. It is a place where every member of the team is highly valued and where the right candidate can make a difference to the lives of our children within a supportive caring environment.

Arranging a visit to Castor CofE Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email finance@castor.peterborough.sch.uk.

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