Deputy Headteacher
This job expired on 14 June 2021 – see similar jobs
Job start date
1 September 2021
Closing date
14 June 2021 at 5pm
Date listed
25 May 2021
Job details
Job role
- Headteacher
- Deputy headteacher
- Assistant headteacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- L4 - L8 (Currently £45,434 - £50,151)
Deputy Headteacher job summary
“Pupils enjoy coming to school; they are happy and feel safe. Pupils are encouraged to develop a positive work ethic. The school is a calm and welcoming environment."
Ofsted 2019
Commencing in September 2021, the Directors of The Pope Francis Catholic Multi Academy Company (PFMAC), in partnership with the Governing Body of St John Fisher Catholic Primary school, are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and inspirational Deputy Headteacher to support our Headteacher in leading this popular, vibrant faith school and nursery whilst imparting their knowledge, personality and passion for teaching upon our wonderful children.
The successful applicant must be a committed, practising Catholic who will promote and embody our Catholic ethos and be dedicated to leading an inclusive learning environment in which all members of the school community may fulfil their potential.
In addition to the subject responsibility for RE, this post comprises .50FTE teaching time.
We are looking for a person who will:
• Work alongside the Headteacher and Governing Body to develop and realise the school’s vision and strategic direction
• Assist in formulating the educational aims and objectives of the school and implement the policies through which they shall be achieved
• Promote the school’s Catholic ethos and mission statement
• Work with the Headteacher to provide a curriculum that promotes the spiritual, moral, social and cultural development of all pupils
• In partnership with the Headteacher and the Senior Leadership Team, provide professional leadership and management of teaching and learning throughout the school
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal and management skills and possesses the ability to motivate, lead, mentor and support colleagues
• Be an excellent classroom practitioner with high expectations for achievement and behaviour
• Possess the ability to create an innovative and inspiring learning environment in which children are happy, engaged and challenged to thrive
• Be empathetic and appreciative of children’s emotional, educational and developmental needs
• Show a commitment to inclusion and success for all pupils
In return, we can offer you:
• Welcoming, enthusiastic and well behaved children who love their school and enjoy learning
• Dedicated, friendly and supportive staff
• A caring, inclusive, Catholic ethos
• Support for your professional development and well-being
• A close working partnership between the Church, parents and the local community
• Active governors who are committed to their roles as strategic leaders
St John Fisher Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and we expect all staff, volunteers and visitors to uphold this commitment.
Any offer of employment is subject to satisfactory references and enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks.
Commitment to safeguarding
At St John Fisher Primary School, we are committed to promoting the safety and wellbeing of all children and staff. For further details, please refer to our safeguarding policy which can be found on the school website.
Any offer of employment is subject to satisfactory references and enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks.
In line with our Safer Recruitment policy, on-line screening checks will be undertaken as part of the recruitment process. Should you object to these searches taking place, please contact the school office.
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About St John Fisher Catholic Primary School, Littlemore
- School type
- Academy, Roman Catholic, ages 3 to 11
- Education phase
- View all Primaryjobs
- School size
- 203 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
- Email address
- m.white@stjohnfisher.co.uk
- Phone number
- 01865779676
St John Fisher Catholic Primary School, part of The Pope Francis Multi Academy Company (PFMAC), is a culturally inclusive school located in the parishes of Sacred Heart and Blessed Dominic Barberi, Oxford. The school caters for 252 children, 3-11 years old, and provides children with an education inspired guided by the teachings of Jesus Christ. We aim to continually strengthen the vital partnership between home and school and in doing so recognise and value parents as the first educators of their children.
Arranging a visit to St John Fisher Catholic Primary School, Littlemore
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email m.white@stjohnfisher.co.uk.
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