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Grade: Leadership Points 5 - 9
Thank you for your interest in the position of Assistant Head Teacher at our outstanding and growing school. We believe Bleak Hill provides every member of our school community with an environment which enables them to be happy, healthy and safe, in order to be highly motivated lifelong learners.
As a member of the leadership team you will have opportunity to work alongside our excellent team of committed leaders, teachers, support staff and our enthusiastic caring children. We are seeking a dynamic, inspirational and committed leader to build on our significant successes and drive us forward. Do you think you have the talent, drive and dedication to make a difference to a very deserving community?
You will need to be a strategic leader who:
Is an outstanding classroom practitioner with the ability to share this expertise with colleagues
Has a clear strategic vision with a successful record of inspirational subject or key stage leadership
Is dynamic and motivational with a proven record of developing teaching and learning
Leads by example and can demonstrate a commitment to raising standards
Will promote effective management of pupil behaviour and safeguard the welfare of children
Is able to inspire, motivate, challenge and support staff to be part of an outstanding team
Is an excellent, engaging communicator who will develop strong relationships with children, families and the wider community and make a significant contribution the wider life of the school
Is a team player
We offer:
The opportunity to help shape the future of our successful school
Inspirational, talented, hardworking staff
A vibrant school community
Enthusiastic, kind and respectful children
Supportive families
First class professional development opportunities
An experienced and dedicated governing body who offer support and challenge to the school
Key responsibilities will be to lead a key stage, a subject or an aspect of school. The role will be class based with dedicated leadership time. The year group to be taught following appointment will be determined by the skills/expertise of the successful candidate.
Whilst we are not able to offer visits to school at present, potential candidates are welcome to telephone for an informal conversation with Mr I Wellens, Head Teacher. Please contact Mrs. J. Thow, School Business Manager, to arrange a mutually convenient appointment. Telephone: 01744 678190.
Shortlisting will take place on Friday 23rd April 2021.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to take part in a lesson observation and a number of tasks on Tuesday 4th May Bleak Hill. At the end of the first day, further shortlisting will be undertaken, and you will be advised if you are required to attend for a presentation and formal interview on Wednesday 5th May.
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
This post is subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced Disclosure Certificate. Applications can be made online or by paper application form. Forms are available online from www.sthelens.gov.uk or alternatively by contacting Human Resources on the number below.
Applications should be returned to the school, for the attention of the Mr I Wellens, Head Teacher.
