Deputy Headteacher - Full-time/Part-time

Platt CEP School, Sevenoaks

Ref:KCC886-3325-122L
Posted:08/05/2024
Pay:L1-6 depending on experience
Start Date:Sept 24
App Close Date:17/05/2024 at 09:00
Interviews:22/05/24

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**About Us**

We are a vibrant and inclusive Church of England primary school located in the quiet village of St Mary’s Platt (just off the M26), dedicated to providing high-quality education and fostering a supportive learning environment for our pupils. Committed to our vision that every child has the potential for growth and development, we strive to empower every child to reach their full potential academically, socially, and emotionally.

**Position Overview**

We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic leader to join our dedicated team as Deputy Headteacher on a maternity cover (temporary contract) basis. This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic educator with strong leadership skills to make a significant impact on the continued success and development of our school. A secondment would be considered.

**Key Responsibilities**

- Support the Headteacher in the strategic leadership and management of the school, contributing to the overall vision and direction.

- Provide effective leadership and management of staff, promoting a culture of collaboration, professional growth, and continuous improvement.

- Lead on specific areas of school development, such as curriculum planning, assessment, pupil progress, ensuring high standards of teaching and learning and behaviour.

- Play a key role in maintaining a positive school ethos, promoting the values of care – learn – forgive among pupils, staff, and parents.

- Assist in the day-to-day operational management of the school, including staff deployment, timetabling, and resource allocation.

- Support the implementation of policies and procedures to ensure the health, safety, and well-being of all members of the school community.

- Foster positive relationships with parents, carers, external stakeholders, and the wider community to promote partnership and engagement.

**Requirements**

- Qualified teacher status (QTS).

- Proven experience in a leadership role within a primary school setting, with a track record of successful school improvement initiatives.

- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to inspire, motivate, and influence others.

- Strong understanding of current educational policies, practices, and curriculum frameworks.

- Commitment to promoting the welfare and safeguarding of children and young people.

- Ability to work effectively as part of a team and lead by example, demonstrating integrity, resilience, and a positive attitude.

- Flexibility, adaptability, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced school environment.

We would welcome visits to the school to see us in action and meet the Headteacher, Emma Smith. Please arrange a visit by calling the school office or email headteacher@platt.kent.sch.uk

We look forward to receiving your application and welcoming a passionate and dedicated Deputy Headteacher to our school community. Please note the short timescales are due to teacher resignation deadlines.

Closing date: Friday 17^th May 9am

Shortlisting: Friday 17^th May pm

Interviews: Wednesday 22^nd May

Information about the school

We are a small, one form entry community church of England school made up of 180 kind, motivated and excited learners. Our vision is based on the parable of the mustard seed in that we aim for all children to grow, flourish and be responsible and reflective individuals. The staff at our school are valued and are expected to embrace our Christian vision and the values of Care – Learn – Forgive. Our children are confident and proud of their school and belonging to it. We believe education should not only equip children academically and emotionally but provide memories and shape our children to 'live life in all its fullness' (John 10:10).

We moved into our beautiful new school building in September 2021 and you will be part of growing our site and our learning community.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children and young people and to this end all staff are subject to DBS checks.

Job Contact Information

Name:School Office
Address:Platinum Way, St Mary's Platt, Sevenoaks, Kent, TN15 8FH
Telephone: (01732) 882596
Email: Office@platt.kent.sch.uk

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