Deputy Headteacher

About the role

About the role:

The Governing Body and Headteacher of St Mary's School are seeking to appoint a new Deputy Headteacher to help lead our school which is on a journey of improvement. We are looking for a dynamic and passionate teacher who is keen to make a positive difference to the lives of our children, families and staff 

We are seeking an inspiring classroom practitioner with leadership experience who is eager to help develop the school, working alongside the Headteacher, staff and Governing Body to implement a long-term vision to improve the school's profile and enable the school and our children to realise their full potential We are looking for someone who is: 

• an outstanding role model, passionate about high quality teaching and learning for all pupils and who can demonstrate excellent classroom practice 

• a school leader with previous experience on a senior leadership team 

• committed and enthusiastic, with the ability to lead, motivate and support colleagues 

• able to embrace the Christian ethos of our inclusive and friendly school. 

We have high standards and are constantly striving for progress and improvement. As a Governing Body, we always seek to challenge ourselves and to develop the way in which we support, question and encourage the school. We embrace innovation and imaginative thinking to provide our children with a rewarding primary school experience

In return, we can offer you a school with: 

• Enthusiastic and responsive children who have a desire to succeed 

• An enthusiastic team of committed staff proud of what the school has achieved so far and determined to secure higher outcomes for the children 

• A welcoming and caring atmosphere with an active PTA and committed Governing Body 

• A commitment to supporting your professional development with appropriate training 

• A fantastic opportunity to add your own personality to develop our success and helping take our school forward 

• A clear ethos and vision shared by all, which promotes spiritual, moral, social and cultural welfare 

• A school which values the professionalism of everyone that works within it and sees staff wellbeing as a priority

About our school:

St Mary’s is a Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School with strong links to St Mary’s Church, North Mymms. There are currently 164 pupils on roll Our school lies on the edge of the village of Welham Green. It is located on the site of the former Bushwood Infant School which was built in 1961 and was formed by amalgamation with North Mymms Junior School in 1980, when the building was enlarged making a total of six classrooms, a hall and a library. A further classroom was added in 1994 The school is set in extensive grounds, which include two playgrounds, a large field and other areas for play which together make an attractive site. The Reception class has their own secure outdoor area

The school has been working hard with pupils, parents and governors to improve the school grounds in order to create an outdoor learning environment, which enhances and extends the children’s learning 

We are situated in the village of Welham Green with excellent transport links within easy walking distance of Welham Green mainline railway station and close to the A1 and M25 interchange

Visits to the School are actively encouraged and considered part of the process. Visits will be available on the following days: Tuesday 1st April 2025 and Thursday 3rd April 2025. Please contact Adrian Petty, Headteacher, to make an appointment to visit on 01707 276725. 

All information about the role can be found on the Teach in Herts website and the Times Educational Supplement website 

The closing date for all applications is 10.00am on Tuesday 22nd April 2025 and applications should be submitted to the Headteacher, Adrian Petty, at head@stmarys565.herts.sch.uk

Shortlisting will take place on Friday 25th April 2025 and interviews will be held on Friday 2nd May 2025 and will be a full day