Deputy Headteacher (Pastoral)
Sir John Leman High School, Beccles, Suffolk, NR34 9PG13 days remaining to apply
Start date details
April 2025
Closing date
15 November 2024 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
25 October 2024
Job details
Job role
- Deputy headteacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- L22 - L27
Deputy Headteacher (Pastoral) job summary
Sir John Leman High School and Sixth Form, a beacon of academic excellence in Beccles, Suffolk, is thrilled to invite applications for the position of Deputy Headteacher, to promote and support the wider educational progress of all students and take a lead on pastoral care and Safeguarding.
Sir John Leman High School is a distinguished educational institution with a rich history of academic excellence, innovative teaching practices, and a commitment to fostering a love for learning. Nestled in the heart of Beccles, our school is dedicated to providing a supportive and inspiring environment for both students and staff.
This is an excellent opportunity to work closely with our newly appointed Headteacher, Sarah Hartshorn, and play a pivotal role in shaping the educational landscape of our school.
We require an outstanding individual to recognise and build on current strengths while improving areas that will take Sir John Leman High from ‘Good’ to ‘Great’.
The Role:
As the Deputy Headteacher you will be a driving force in shaping the educational experience of our students. Your responsibilities will include but are by no means limited to:
Strategic Leadership:
Share general aspects of whole school management
Contribute to the development of whole school policies
Pastoral Leadership:
Be the Designated Safeguarding Lead for the school
Support and work with the school Pastoral and Academic Mentor teams to raise student aspirations and support personal development
Curriculum Leadership:
Develop and implement a dynamic and forward-thinking curriculum that aligns with high educational standards, builds knowledge and promotes student engagement and success.
Data-Driven Decision Making:
Utilise data analysis to assess curriculum effectiveness, identify areas for improvement, and implement evidence-based strategies for continuous enhancement.
Collaboration and Professional Development:
Foster a culture of collaboration among educators, promoting professional development opportunities to enhance teaching practices and ensure high-quality learning experiences.
Stakeholder Engagement:
Work closely with teachers, parents, and the wider community to build strong relationships and create a positive and inclusive learning environment.
Qualifications:
Degree in Education
Proven leadership experience in curriculum development and implementation.
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
Knowledge of current educational trends and a commitment to continuous improvement.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- A supportive and collaborative work environment.
- Dynamic and well-resourced departments
- A high level of induction and support for newly appointed colleagues
- A school which is proud of the exceptional progress and achievement of its young people
- A school rated as ‘Good’ by OFSTED
- A school committed to the well-being and professional development of staff
Our school is part of Kingfisher Schools Trust, a group of seven schools in Suffolk and Norfolk. Our mission is to provide exceptional education for our pupils. Newly formed in February 2024, the trust is on a journey of improvement, with Sir John Leman leading the way. As well as the opportunity to be a major influence within school, there will be opportunities to develop within the trust. We provide excellent opportunities for continuous professional development. Other benefits include:
Access to a huge variety of training courses through The National College
Pension scheme (TPS) with generous employer contribution
Employee Assistance Programme for free and confidential advice
Shopping and leisure discounts
Cycle to work salary sacrifice scheme
Affordable electric car salary sacrifice scheme
How to Apply:
If you are a passionate and visionary leader ready to shape the educational future of our students, we invite you to submit your application via My New Term,
The application deadline is Friday 15th November 2024 at mid-day. Interviews will take place on Thursday 28th and Friday 29th November 2024.
To arrange an informal conversation about the role and to arrange a tour of the school, please contact recruitment@kingfisherschools.co.uk
Our school is part of Kingfisher Schools Trust. The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check will be part of the pre-employment screening process for this role. An application form must be completed in full; CVs alone cannot be accepted.
Commitment to safeguarding
Sir John Leman High School is part of Kingfisher Schools Trust. The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Applying for the job
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.
CVs are not accepted.
About Sir John Leman High School
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 1443 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
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- School website
- Sir John Leman High School website (opens in new tab)
Sir John Leman High School, situated in the historic market town of Beccles, Suffolk, on the edge of the Norfolk Broads, is a mixed comprehensive secondary school and sixth form. The pupil roll is around 1,400, with some 160 of these students moving on to the school’s sixth form.
Sir John Leman High School focuses on four key areas: achievement, ethos and values, opportunities and relationships. It aims to create a friendly, purposeful environment characterised by high expectations and exemplary standards of behaviour.
Every student is valued as an individual and helped to develop confidence and self-esteem and to achieve in all areas of school life. Creativity is encouraged, as is risk-taking in a caring and supportive environment. The school aspires to create excellent relationships, shared aspirations and an ethos of co-operation and respect.
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