Woodloes Primary School, part of the Community Academies Trust, is looking for an enthusiastic Deputy Head Teacher to join our supportive leadership team.
About the Role
The Deputy Head Teacher will work in close partnership with the Head Teacher to drive school improvement and secure the best outcomes for pupils.
Responsibilities
* Work alongside the Headteacher to shape, refine and implement the strategic vision for the school
* Translate strategic priorities into clear, actionable plans that lead to measurable improvements in classrooms
* Provide professional challenge and support, contributing to well-informed and robust decision‑making
* Take shared responsibility for the pace and impact of school improvement, particularly in curriculum, teaching and learning
* Lead on agreed whole‑school priorities, ensuring they are implemented consistently and evaluated rigorously
* Act as a key link between senior leadership and staff, ensuring clarity, consistency and high expectations across the school
* Maintain a clear and accurate understanding of school performance, keeping the Headteacher fully informed through evidence‑based evaluation
* Deputise fully for the Headteacher when required, demonstrating the capacity to lead the school with confidence and credibility
* Support and challenge, think strategically while maintaining a sharp focus on day‑to‑day impact, and work collaboratively to secure excellence
Qualifications
* Strong track record of improving teaching, learning and curriculum quality
* Experience working in partnership with the Headteacher to lead change and secure sustained improvement
* Secure understanding of the Ofsted framework, particularly Quality of Education
* Commitment to high expectations, inclusion and achieving excellence for all pupils
* Ability to inspire, challenge and develop staff at all levels
* Resilient, reflective and driven to make a measurable difference
* Essential: Ability to speak fluent spoken English as required by Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016
Benefits
* Delivering a high‑quality, ambitious curriculum for all pupils
* Building a culture of high expectations and strong relationships
* Developing staff through coaching, collaboration and professional learning
* Creating a positive environment where both pupils and staff can thrive
* Strong commitment to staff wellbeing, workload balance and professional development
* Continuous professional development opportunities and support for lifelong learning
Community Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are required to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks, including enhanced DBS checks and a willingness to demonstrate commitment to the standards which flow from community Academies Trust vision and values.
Community Academies Trust supports Equal Opportunities Employment.
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