Deputy Headteacher
Ben Jonson Primary School, London, E1 4PZThis job expired on 10 October 2022 – see similar jobs
Job start date
1 January 2023
Closing date
10 October 2022 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
21 September 2022
Job details
Job role
- Headteacher
- Deputy headteacher
- Assistant headteacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2
Working pattern
- Full time: Full time hours in line with the Teachers Pay and Terms document.
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- Leadership Range L16 – L20 (Inner London Weighting)
Deputy Headteacher job summary
Ben Jonson Primary School is a vibrant, three
form entry school for children aged 3 to 11. We are situated close to Mile End park and a
short distance away from the City of London, in the London Borough of Tower
Hamlets.
We welcome children from all backgrounds, abilities and talents.
Our main aim is to give all our children the opportunity to develop their
full potential.
Our children are at the heart of every decision we make to ensure that
they are happy, confident and that the opportunities provided for them are
relevant to their needs, both now and in the future.
Our Ethos
Ben Jonson Primary School has a character of its own
with a real ‘buzz’ around the building from our youngest children in the Early
Years, all the way up to our Year 6 children preparing for the next steps in
their journey. It is this buzz that captures the heart of our School, a truly
unique place where children are happy, confident, and proud of their
achievements, both inside and out of the classroom.
The school values -Brave,Kind,Curious,are
central to our school life, and support our provision of a uniquely engaging
and warm environment in which all children can learn, enjoy and succeed. We
strive to inspire our pupils to be lifelong learners, equipping each and every
pupil with the skills, knowledge and mindset to succeed in the next stage of
their education. We believe in furthering strengths and interests while
supporting each child’s developmental needs, and through creativity, curiosity
and high expectations, we aim to support our children in becoming responsible,
successful citizens.
What we offer
- Competitive salary
depending upon qualifications
and experience; - Professional development opportunities;
- A motivated team of teachers and support staff
committed to developing and raising standards. In addition, we have a team of
specialist teachers in specific areas to provide targeted and quality first
teaching; - A supportive and knowledgeable Governing Body and
experienced Senior Leadership Team; - Excellently resourced school in a beautiful modern building;
- Free parking on site (subject to availability);
- Free coffee and tea supplied throughout the day.
Who are we looking for?
The ideal candidate
will be a reflective and inspiring Deputy
Headteacher who:
- Must be able to work well under pressure,
having the ability
to adopt a flexible approach
to working and support other areas of the school when required; - Must be able to take both a strategic
overview and hands-on
approach, managing multiple
levels of demand from multiple sources; - Proven experience managing others
and experience operating
as a member of the Senior
Leadership Team; - An excellent knowledge of current safeguarding regulations and best practice;
- Excellent social and
presentation skills; - High level written and spoken
English; - Organised and resourceful;
- Proactive and intuitive;
- Shares the school’s vision for education and has a commitment to the same ethos;
- Demonstrates a solid understanding of, and commitment to working within the principles of equality, diversity, and inclusion;
- Has strong interpersonal skills
and can build professional relationships and collaborate with a wide range of people including staff,
parents, and pupils; - Is motivated to develop a culture of excellent teaching and learning by sharing
good practice and
participating actively in continuing professional development; - Embraces developments and innovations in teaching and learning and is open to a range of approaches to assessment and
differentiation in the classroom; - Is a team player
who shows a positive attitude,
works well with colleagues, and offers constructive suggestions for school
improvement; - Is a good role model to other colleagues.
Application Process
Please apply for this vacancy by the following link: https://www.benjonson.towerhamlets.sch.uk/vacancies
Return your completed application form to: recruitment@benjonson.towerhamlets.sch.uk
We are an equal opportunities employer and we are committed
to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to
share this commitment. The post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
School
Visit
A visit to the school is essential. There is an
opportunity to attend the school for a tour on Monday 26 September 2022 and
Friday 30 September 2022. Please call 020 7790 4110 to book your slot or email admin@benjonson.towerhamlets.sch.uk
Closing Date:
Monday 10 October 2022 at 12:00pm
Interview Date:
Monday 17 October 2022 and Tuesday 18 Oct 2022
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Upload additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Ben Jonson Primary School
- School type
- Local authority maintained school, ages 3 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 631 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Ben Jonson Primary School website
- Email address
- recruitment@benjonson.towerhamlets.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 020 7790 4110
Arranging a visit to Ben Jonson Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@benjonson.towerhamlets.sch.uk.
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