Deputy Head Teacher

Deputy Head Teacher

THIS IS A CATEGORY "E" POST.
Please note that in all cases written references will be taken up and made available to interviewers BEFORE the final selection stage; even if you indicate otherwise

Ref:

ST2044(e)

Full time

£52,723 - £58,135 per annum

This is a Foundation School which is part of a Trust; the employer will be the Governing Body of the School.

Hotspur Primary School

Mowbray Street

Heaton

Newcastle upon Tyne

NE6 5PA

From 1st January 2020 or as soon as possible thereafter

Hotspur is a vibrant two-form entry primary school in Heaton that serves a richly diverse community. We are passionate about enabling children to become rounded, confident and happy individuals. As a school we aim to provide a rich and varied curriculum that:

•develops a love of learning

•ensures high standards in English and maths

•is balanced between tightly structured and creative learning

•helps children to discover what they are good at and what they enjoy doing

•nurtures inquisitive minds that are open to new ideas

•promotes equality and diversity

Following the promotion of our Deputy Head to Headteacher, we are looking to appoint an exceptional teacher and dynamic leader to join our team who:

•is passionate about making a transformational difference to the lives of children

•reflects constantly on their teaching and children’s learning and can use this to help others to develop as teachers

•has the highest expectations of themselves and all children

•can turn ambitious strategic aspirations into clear, measurable and manageable plans

•can work successfully and collaboratively with a variety of professionals, families and the wider community to ensure great outcomes for all children

Prospective candidates are encouraged to visit school between 2nd-10th November. Please contact kevin.mcvittie@hotspur.newcastle.sch.uk to arrange this - or to arrange a phone conversation if there are exceptional circumstances that prevent a visit. Further information will be provided during the visit that will help you to make a formal application by noon on Thursday 12th November.

Closing Date for applications: Noon Thursday 12th November 2020

Shortlisting: Friday 13th November 2020

Interviews: Wednesday 25th November 2020

We are strongly are committed to the safeguarding and welfare of young people. All posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check. As this post involves working with children, vulnerable adults or dealing with sensitive information, written references will be taken up and made available to interviewers before the final selection stage; even if you indicate otherwise

Permanent

Closing date:

12 November 2020