13 days remaining to apply

  • Start date details

    As soon as possible

  • Closing date

    4 December 2024 at 12pm (midday)

  • Date listed

    20 November 2024

Job details

Job role

  • Deputy headteacher

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Key stage

Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2, Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5

Working pattern

Full time

Contract type

Permanent

Pay scale

L18-L22

What skills and experience we're looking for

The Village School are seeking an experienced senior leader to become their new Deputy Headteacher.

This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a dedicated team working toward fostering academic excellence, personal growth, and an inclusive environment that allows every student to thrive.

We are deeply committed to fostering a strong sense of belonging and empowerment among all members of our community. Celebrating diversity and promoting an inclusive environment are central to our mission as we strive to create a place where everyone can contribute meaningfully to the betterment of society.

As Deputy Headteacher, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our school’s vision and supporting our outstanding staff in nurturing the full potential of each student. We are looking for a candidate who shares our passion for education and demonstrates inspiring leadership rooted in high standards, continuous improvement, and a commitment to the Seven Principles of Public Life.

With our recent Outstanding status awarded in June 2023, we are poised to continue leading with excellence, and we are eager to welcome a Deputy Headteacher who will contribute to our journey.

What the school offers its staff

We are committed to fostering a supportive and rewarding work environment for our staff. At our school, we offer a comprehensive range of employee benefits, including access to ongoing professional development opportunities, personalised wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Smart Clinic, and a collaborative community that values growth and work-life balance. Join us and be part of a team dedicated to making a lasting impact in education, while advancing your own career in a nurturing and inclusive setting.

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.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

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About The Village School

School type
Academy, ages 3 to 19
School size
323 pupils enrolled
Age range
3 to 19
Phone number
0300 303 0610

Our school supports the needs of children with complex needs, cognition and learning difficulties. The school is a learning community of five villages, serving pupils aged 3 to 19, with a diverse and vibrant student body.

The Village School school curriculum is our progression model and supports, challenges and encourages each young person so they are active participants at every stage in the learning journey with a real zest for experiencing all aspects of life to the full!

Arranging a visit to The Village School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email hr-tvs@compasslp.co.uk.

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