Job Ref No. ECC2429-159 Position Type: Deputy Headteacher Pay Range: L9-13 + Fringe
Position Start Date: 01/09/2025 Contract Type: Full-time Contract Term: Permanent
Application Close: 09/05/2025 Midnight Date of Interviews: W/C 19th May 2025
About Somers Heath Primary School
We are part of Catalyst Academies Trust, a high-performing, local trust, and an active member of the Thurrock Primary Teaching School Alliance and Teach Thurrock Initial Teacher Training Primary Partnership.
Role Overview
We seek a dedicated, ambitious individual to develop as a senior leader, with responsibilities including raising standards, fostering high expectations, and contributing to the trust-wide review and improvement of teaching and learning.
Candidate Profile
* Outstanding teacher and strategic leader
* Resilient with strong personal drive
* Proven impact on student progress and attainment
* Committed to high expectations and making a difference
* Experience in leading staff development
* Strategic lead for assessment and pupil progress
What We Offer
* Well-behaved, eager learners
* Non-class based role with some teaching responsibilities
* Excellent professional development opportunities
* A committed team dedicated to outstanding education
* Spacious, attractive facilities
About the School
Visits and informal discussions are encouraged. Please contact the school office at 01708 853397 or via email at admin.shps@catrust.org.uk to arrange a visit or chat with Headteacher Martin Curtis.
Join us in providing outstanding education in a supportive environment near the M25, A13, Dartford Crossing, and Lakeside Shopping Centre.
Safeguarding and Recruitment
We are committed to safeguarding children. The successful candidate will undergo checks including an enhanced DBS, medical, and references, and must complete a 'Disqualification by Association' declaration.
Application Documents
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Contact
Martin Curtis
Somers Heath Primary School
Foyle Drive, South Ockendon
Essex, RM15 5LX
Telephone: 01708 853397
Email: admin.shps@catrust.org.uk
Note
This position is open until 09/05/2025, with interviews scheduled for the week commencing 19th May 2025.
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