School Job Vacancies

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Required for September 2016

Oakdene Primary School is an Outstanding Primary School (Ofsted Nov 2012). We have very high levels of attainment, achievement and standards. We are always looking to enhance our provision to ensure that our Children receive the very best education.

We are now looking for a Deputy Headteacher, who can develop our outstanding provision whilst continuing to ensure that every child receives the best possible education at Oakdene. A teaching commitment in Key Stage 2 will be expected as well as Leadership of this Key Stage.

The successful candidate will be:

* An exemplary leader with the enthusiasm to motivate staff and encourage teamwork;

* An outstanding and inspirational teacher who is committed to providing high quality learning experiences
for all children;

* Experienced in curriculum innovation and development and able to demonstrate that they have had an
impact in raising standards;

* Well-organised with excellent inter-personal and communication skills;

* Committed to the practice of System Leadership by working in partnership with The Oaks Teaching
School;

The role offers the opportunity to:

* Support the Headteacher in leading and managing the school;

* Work in close partnership with a dedicated and supportive staff;

* Teach enthusiastic children who are keen to learn;

* Develop your career in a supportive school with positive links with parents and the wider community;

* Have a pro-active role in the lead School of The Oaks Teaching School

This post is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our students and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

This post is subject to satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Section Service (DBS) Enhanced Disclosure Certificate.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged. Please contact the School Business Manager, Mrs Campbell, to arrange a visit (Tel: 01744 678410

Visits to school: Friday 5th February at 1.30pm or Monday 8th February at 9.15am
Closing Date: Friday 12th February at 12 NOON
Observations: Monday 29th February or Thursday 3rd March
Interviews: Monday 7th March

Application forms are available online from www.sthelens.gov.uk or alternatively by contacting Human Resources.

APPLICATION FORMS TO BE RETURNED DIRECT TO MRS H LEE AT THE SCHOOL BY 12 NOON ON FRIDAY 12th February.