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Deputy Headteacher

Rossett Acre Primary School, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG2 9PH

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• Job start date

  1 January 2021

• Closing date

  19 October 2020 at 9am

• Date listed

  2 October 2020

Job details

• Job role:
  • Headteacher
  • Deputy headteacher
  • Assistant headteacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern:
  • Full time
• Full-time equivalent salary: Leadership scale L10 - L14
• Additional allowances:

  Access to a wide range of benefits via Red Kite Learning Trust

Deputy Headteacher job summary

Deputy Headteacher

Permanent, Full Time
Leadership Scales 10-14
Start date January 2021 although could be flexed to allow for the appointment of an outstanding, suitably qualified and experienced candidate

Rossett Acre Primary School, part of the Red Kite Learning Trust, is a successful two-form entry primary school on the south side of Harrogate. With 394 pupils, our school vision is ‘Excellence and Happiness for all’ with our aim being that all of our pupils achieve their potential and are happy in their learning.

We are seeking to recruit a Deputy Headteacher who…

Is a strong leader and team player who will work with the Headteacher to strive for excellence and success at every level
Is able to plan strategically, implement and lead change for improvement
Has an inclusive purpose, raising and supporting the achievements of all to reach their potential
Has excellent interpersonal skills and qualities that motivate parents, children and staff
Is an excellent communicator and has a strong commitment to working in partnership with stakeholders
Can lead by example: in the classroom, supporting and developing others, and living the school values
Has an inspiring passion for education and making a difference to children’s lives, and has high expectations for outstanding learning
Ideally has a SEN qualification, though we are happy to support candidates if they have a willingness to study for it if appointed. It is planned that this role will be non-classroom based initially. This would be reviewed in the future

In return we can offer…

A highly regarded and vibrant school, popular in its community
Happy, confident and enthusiastic children to coach and involve
A supportive and involved Governing Body
A dedicated team of staff with a strong sense of teamwork
Strong partnerships with parents and community
Being part of a Trust of 13 schools proactive in working to improve the education for all of our children
Opportunities to further develop as a leader by being part of a forward-thinking Trust with an established network of creative and supportive colleagues

We are proud of our school. If you would like to have a discussion with our Headteacher, Corrine Penhale, before applying please contact the school on 01423 561579 to arrange a convenient time. Further details of our school can be found here

For our online application form click here
Closing date: Monday 19 October 2020 at 9am

For shortlisted candidates, assessments are scheduled for the morning of 21 October 2020 for stage 1 which would involve virtual tests. If successful at stage 1, final stage assessment including interview will be held on the morning of 22 October 2020.

Rossett Acre Primary School, as part of Red Kite Learning Trust, is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS. Headteacher: Corinne Penhale

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.

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About Rossett Acre Primary School

• School type: Academy, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary
• School size: 406 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
• School website: Rossett Acre Primary School website (opens in new tab)
• Email address: murtaghg@rklt.co.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/rossett-acre-primary-school-harrogate (opens in new tab)

Rossett Acre is a successful two-form entry primary school on the south side of Harrogate.

Our school and the Red Kite Learning Trust is about more than just academic success, it is about giving children and young people opportunities to develop as well rounded citizens able to take on and contribute to the world. We hope that new colleagues will be able to help achieve this for all our children and young people. In return we can provide a fantastic place to work and learn and a vast range of opportunities to extend your experience and expertise. If this sounds like a place that you would enjoy working in, we hope you will apply and come and see for yourself what is on offer.

Arranging a visit to Rossett Acre Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email murtaghg@rklt.co.uk.

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