Deputy Headteacher

This is an exciting opportunity to become part of the

team at St Anne’s CofE Primary School. We are looking to appoint an

exceptional Deputy Headteacher who will play a key role in shaping the next

phase of our school’s journey. Our Headteacher, now in their second year at St

Anne’s, has established a clear and ambitious vision for the school. We are on

a purposeful journey of improvement, building on our many strengths while

striving for excellence in all areas. We are seeking a leader who shares this

ambition and is committed to making a sustained and meaningful difference to

outcomes for all pupils. This post offers a fantastic opportunity to join a

dedicated and forward-thinking team, leading St Anne’s with Compassion,

Curiosity and Confidence. The Deputy Headteacher will work closely with the

Headteacher and wider Senior Leadership Team, providing both strategic and

operational leadership to help realise the school’s vision and priorities. We are

particularly seeking a candidate with exceptionally strong curriculum

knowledge and expertise in teaching and learning. The successful applicant

will be instrumental in supporting staff to further develop their practice,

ensuring the delivery of high-quality, evidence-informed pedagogy that leads to

excellent outcomes for all children. The role

includes weekly dedicated leadership time alongside a class teaching

commitment.

We are looking for a candidate who:

Has

exceptional knowledge and understanding of the primary curriculum and what

constitutes high-quality teaching and learning

Has

experience of, or is strongly committed to, leading in a church school

setting and in living out a Christian ethos and vision

Is an

excellent classroom practitioner who can support, challenge, and inspire

others to improve

Has a

deep understanding of curriculum design and implementation, with the

ability to strengthen practice across the school

Engages

regularly with educational research and applies evidence-informed

approaches

Recognises

the importance of assessment in driving strong outcomes for all children

Has

successfully contributed to, or led, school improvement

Has

experience of strong and impactful subject leadership

Has a

proven track record in monitoring and evaluation, providing high-quality

feedback to develop others

Will

actively contribute to the continued development of our dedicated and

professional staff team

Demonstrates

strong career aspirations and thrives in a dynamic and evolving

environment

Has

knowledge of Ofsted and SIAMS frameworks

Has

strong interpersonal and communication skills

Demonstrates

integrity, resilience, passion, and a commitment to inclusive practice

Has

completed or is undertaking a senior leadership qualification (e.g. NPQ)

Is

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