Deputy Headteacher
Delamere School, Manchester, M41 6AP32 days remaining to apply
Start date details
April 2025
Closing date
10 November 2024 at 11:59pm
Date listed
1 October 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
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- Leadership pay scale L16 – 20 £72,162-£79,475
What skills and experience we're looking for
The governing body at Delamere School is seeking to appoint a dynamic leader as Deputy Headteacher.
We are an Outstanding school for pupils aged 3-11 with co-existing & complex learning difficulties including autism and are looking for a Deputy Headteacher who:
- Can demonstrate an ability to provide outstanding teaching in a SEND provision.
- Shares the Governors’ high expectations of our school and has a strong commitment to continuing to maintain our outstanding provision.
- Has a proven record in being able to lead, manage and motivate other staff.
- Is a reflective practitioner committed to bringing out the best in all members of the team.
- Will set and achieve high standards in teaching and learning.
- Is relentlessly aspirational for ALL children regardless of their needs and abilities.
- Will consult and communicate effectively with all members of the school community.
- Possesses high levels of enthusiasm, resilience and is committed to making a difference.
- Has a solution focused ethos and an optimistic outlook within a challenging context.
What the school offers its staff
We offer:
- 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
- sbm@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 sbm@delamere.trafford.sch.uk.
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