Deputy Headteacher
Falmouth School, Falmouth, Cornwall, TR11 4LHThis job expired on 9 May 2023
Start date details
1 September 2023 / by negotiation
Closing date
9 May 2023 at 9am
Date listed
26 April 2023
Job details
Job role
- Headteacher
- Deputy headteacher
- Assistant headteacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
Working pattern
- Full time: 1.0FTE
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- Salary 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, 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.
Falmouth School is a friendly, inclusive and successful school of 980 students, including a growing Sixth Form. At Falmouth School, 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 sense of belonging is mighty as we are a ‘Falmouth Family’.
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 seek a committed and passionate colleague whose values align with our school vision and Trust mission and who is ready to champion our cultures through everything they do.
What the school offers its staff
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 track record of teaching and learning success and with drive and ambition to motivate our staff and students.
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.
How to apply: A completed application form needs to be submitted (CVs are not an accepted form of application). To apply, please download the teaching application form available on our website, and send to vacancies@falmouthschool.net for the attention of Mrs Lisa Grigg.
Further information about the job
We have recently had an Ofsted inspection which confirmed that we are positively moving forward on our rapid improvement journey. Our school has an inclusive environment where everyone feels able to participate and achieve their potential. 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.
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.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Falmouth School
- Organisation type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- Size
- 923 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Website
- Falmouth School website
- Email address
- vacancies@falmouthschool.net
Falmouth School is an inclusive and ambitious 11–18 school of almost 1,000 students, including a thriving and growing Sixth Form. We are proud to be a school of choice for our community, where high expectations are matched by exceptional care and where every young person is known, valued and supported to achieve their very best.Our vision is built on three simple values: Kindness, Responsibility and Ambition. We believe that every student can succeed and that education should inspire curiosity, build confidence and open doors to future opportunities. We are committed to creating a culture of belonging where every member of our community feels safe, respected and able to flourish.
At Falmouth School, we are relentlessly ambitious for all our students. We believe that strong relationships and high quality teaching enable every learner to thrive. Our classrooms are calm and purposeful, allowing exciting learning to take place every minute of every lesson. We encourage our students to develop resilience, independence and the confidence to embrace challenge, preparing them for success both in school and beyond.
Our commitment to excellence has been recognised through consistently strong outcomes and a successful Ofsted inspection. Alongside academic achievement, we place equal importance on personal development, student leadership, creativity, sport, the arts and service to our community. Whether performing on stage, competing in sport, leading charitable initiatives or representing the school as student leaders, our young people make us incredibly proud every day.
Situated in the beautiful coastal town of Falmouth, our school benefits from an inspiring location. Falmouth's rich maritime heritage, thriving creative industries and stunning coastline provide exceptional opportunities for learning beyond the classroom. Surrounded by outstanding natural beauty, our students enjoy an education in one of the most distinctive and vibrant communities in the South West.
Falmouth School is proud to be part of The Roseland Multi Academy Trust, a family of schools united by the belief that every child deserves an outstanding education. The Trust is committed to developing exceptional staff through high quality professional development, collaboration and career progression. We value our people and recognise that investing in our staff is fundamental to achieving the very best outcomes for our students.
Arranging a visit to Falmouth School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email vacancies@falmouthschool.net.
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