Schools - Deputy Headteacher
Job Summary
Working Pattern:
Full time
Advert Start Date:
21/02/2025
Advert End Date:
Closed for applications on 17/03/2025 12:00
Salary:
L7 to L11 (£57,831 - £63,815)
Job Category:
Schools - Leadership
Employment Location:
Amble Links Primary School, Links Avenue, Amble, Northumberland, NE65 0SA
Further Information
Are you a passionate and inspiring teacher who wants to make a difference in children’s lives?
Do you share our belief that every pupil can succeed and thrive?
Do you have the ability to lead others to achieve this?
If so, Amble Links Primary School may be the perfect place for you to become our new Deputy Headteacher.
At Amble Links, we pride ourselves on being a safe, happy, hard-working, and welcoming school where pupils are at the heart of everything we do. Our pupils aspire to be "the best school in the world," and as Deputy Head Teacher, you will play a pivotal role in helping us turn that aspiration into reality.
About Us: Our vision is underpinned by our commitment to developing confident, emotionally intelligent, and well-rounded individuals. We provide an environment that encourages and expects pupils:
· To be resilient, responsible, and respectful
· To display high standards of behaviour
· To appreciate diversity and respect differences in a culture of "It’s Okay"
· To lead healthy and active lifestyles
· To leave us as individuals with high aspirations for their future
Our curriculum is designed to inspire and engage every pupil, ensuring they make excellent progress regardless of need, ability, or background. Through a rich and diverse range of opportunities, we aim to prepare our children for the next stage in their development. We have a strong sense of community that fosters positive relationships with parents, stakeholders, and the local area. Our ethos is built on the idea that Everyone Succeeds at Amble Links.
The Role: As Deputy Head Teacher, you will work closely with the Headteacher and staff to ensure the smooth running of the school and the successful implementation of our vision. You will be a strategic and inspirational leader who can drive forward the continued development of our school.
Your responsibilities will include:
· Leading, inspiring and challenging staff to maintain high standards in teaching and learning
· Ensuring that every pupil achieves their potential, regardless of background
· Fostering a positive, inclusive culture where children and staff feel supported and valued
· Developing strong, positive relationships with parents, carers, and the wider community
· Taking a lead on areas of school improvement, alongside managing key aspects of school operations
Who We Are Looking For: We are seeking a Deputy Headteacher who:
· Shares our values and vision, and is committed to ensuring the success of every pupil
· Has experience in school leadership, including improving teaching and learning and can work in close partnership with the headteacher
· Is an excellent communicator with the ability to motivate, challenge and inspire staff, pupils, and parents
· Demonstrates a passion for inclusion and diversity, ensuring all pupils receive the support they need to flourish
· Is strategic, organised, and able to lead and manage school-wide initiatives
· Has a strong commitment to community involvement and building positive relationships
· Is self-motivated and willing to learn
Why Choose Us? At Amble Links, you will be part of a team that works collaboratively and supports one another to achieve the best outcomes for our pupils.
We offer:
· A positive, supportive environment with opportunities for professional development
· A clear focus on staff wellbeing and work-life balance
· A community that values every individual, where everyone is encouraged to be their best
· The opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of our pupils
To find out much more about us visit our website at www.amblelinks.northumberland.gov.uk and our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/linksfs
Together, let’s ensure that every child at Amble Links has the opportunity to succeed!
This is a full time, permanent post. Teaching commitment is likely to be 0.7fte. Pay Scale L7-11.
If you think we might be the right school for you we strongly encourage you to pay us a visit before applying. Call us on 01665 710667 to arrange a suitable time.
Application Process: If you are ready to join us in shaping the future of Amble Links Primary School, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application and supporting statement (of no more than 1000 words) by the deadline below. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments 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.
Closing date for applications: 12 noon on Monday 17th March 2025 Shortlisting: Wednesday 19th March 2025
Interviews: Wednesday 9th April 2025
School Name: Amble Links Primary
School Full address: Links Avenue Postcode: NE65 0SA Tel.: 01665 710667
e-mail: paul.heeley@amblelinks.northumberland.sch.uk
Website address: www.amblelinks.northumberland.sch.uk
Please note
This job is closed for applications.