Assistant Headteacher
| Posting date: | 24 May 2025 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 06 June 2025 |
| Location: | Congleton, Cheshire, CW12 4RG |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 7e71ffec-e3bd-4667-963b-4ae5f7f132df |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
Our school is continuing to grow so the Governors, staff, pupils and parents at Astbury St Mary’s CE Primary School are seeking to appoint an additional member of SLT. They are inviting applications from an exceptional communicator and inspirational leader who:
Ø has a commitment to Christianity and can nurture faith and spirituality in others
Ø has drive, energy and a vision to lead and encourage others in a warm & caring manner
Ø demonstrates a relentless commitment to primary education and ensuring that school supports the development of the whole child
Ø shares a commitment to inclusion
Ø has proven experience as an outstanding primary school teacher
Ø is an excellent communicator that will encourage staff and pupils to do their best and be fair at all times
Ø dedicates time to research and investigate new schemes, methods and approaches
Ø has a proven record in raising standards
What the school offers its staff
Ø friendly and caring pupils
Ø a welcoming and nurturing atmosphere
Ø an active and dedicated governing body
Ø supportive parents
Ø strong links to the church and local community
Ø an eager and dedicated PTFA
Ø excellent support and CPD from CDAT
Further details about the role
In addition to the professional duties as given in the current School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions document, the Assistant Headteacher will have the following specific roles and responsibilities:
• To teach a class (EYFS, KS1, KS2)
• To lead on teaching and learning throughout the school including the curriculum
• To lead a system and culture of continual improvement and high standards in teaching through coaching, team-teaching, and demonstrating excellence
• To engage fully with the trust.
• To take a major role in monitoring and evaluating school provision related to raising standards and achievement.
• To take a leading role in the pastoral care of all children in the school including behaviour management, child protection and safeguarding.
• To support the Headteacher in the day-to-day management of the school
• To provide occasional support across the multi-academy trust as directed by the CEO and to attend relevant network meetings.
Commitment to safeguarding
Astbury St Mary’s Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment procedures, will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and references will be taken up.
Our school is continuing to grow so the Governors, staff, pupils and parents at Astbury St Mary’s CE Primary School are seeking to appoint an additional member of SLT. They are inviting applications from an exceptional communicator and inspirational leader who:
Ø has a commitment to Christianity and can nurture faith and spirituality in others
Ø has drive, energy and a vision to lead and encourage others in a warm & caring manner
Ø demonstrates a relentless commitment to primary education and ensuring that school supports the development of the whole child
Ø shares a commitment to inclusion
Ø has proven experience as an outstanding primary school teacher
Ø is an excellent communicator that will encourage staff and pupils to do their best and be fair at all times
Ø dedicates time to research and investigate new schemes, methods and approaches
Ø has a proven record in raising standards
What the school offers its staff
Ø friendly and caring pupils
Ø a welcoming and nurturing atmosphere
Ø an active and dedicated governing body
Ø supportive parents
Ø strong links to the church and local community
Ø an eager and dedicated PTFA
Ø excellent support and CPD from CDAT
Further details about the role
In addition to the professional duties as given in the current School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions document, the Assistant Headteacher will have the following specific roles and responsibilities:
• To teach a class (EYFS, KS1, KS2)
• To lead on teaching and learning throughout the school including the curriculum
• To lead a system and culture of continual improvement and high standards in teaching through coaching, team-teaching, and demonstrating excellence
• To engage fully with the trust.
• To take a major role in monitoring and evaluating school provision related to raising standards and achievement.
• To take a leading role in the pastoral care of all children in the school including behaviour management, child protection and safeguarding.
• To support the Headteacher in the day-to-day management of the school
• To provide occasional support across the multi-academy trust as directed by the CEO and to attend relevant network meetings.
Commitment to safeguarding
Astbury St Mary’s Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment procedures, will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and references will be taken up.