Deputy Headteacher: Pastoral – Safeguarding & Wellbeing

Job description

Wood End Primary School is a 2 form entry primary school with a rich and diverse mix of well-mannered and well behaved children. The children, staff and governors of Wood End Primary School are looking for an ambitious, highly-motivated Deputy Headteacher to join our dynamic leadership team and contribute to the further development of our school.

We are seeking to appoint a leader with the vision and expertise to work alongside the leadership team to further develop the school. We want a leader with energy, enthusiasm and character to enthuse staff and children.

The successful candidate must have:

• Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills
• The ability to make a difference and the aspiration to develop themselves and the school further.

You can learn more about the school by visiting our website at www.woodendprimaryschool.com.

Application packs are also available by contacting our Bursar, Sarah Lindsey, on 02084226175 or via email at slindsey@woodendprimaryschool.com.

We would encourage all applicants to visit the school in advance of submitting their final application by midday on Wednesday 17th April.

Selection Procedure for the post:

Please complete the application form and include a supporting statement of no more than two sides of A4 paper. This should take account of the criteria in the Person Specification.

Please return your completed application by email to: admin@woodendprmaryschool.com.

Or by post to: Mr Warner Stainbank, Headteacher, Wood End Primary School, Whitton Avenue West, Northolt, UB5 4LB.

Key dates:

• Monday 25 March – Thursday 28th March, Monday 15th April & Tuesday 16th April: Preliminary visit to the school. Please contact the school to organise a suitable time.
• Wednesday 17th April (12:00): Closing date for applications.
• Wednesday 17th April: Short-listing, reference take-up and invitation to interview.
• Friday 19th April: Interviews take place at the school.

CVs will not be accepted.

The Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references, as well as an online search.

Whitton Avenue West Northolt Middlesex UB5 4LB

Tel No : 02084226175

Email : admin@woodendprimaryschool.com