Deputy Headteacher

About the role

Our School – A pathway to grow, be curious and discover

Situated on the northern outskirts of Welwyn Garden City, Homerswood Primary and Nursery is a small community school providing an enjoyable environment for children to learn and grow. Our curriculum is designed to be pupil-led and offers leadership opportunities for every child – enabling them to become confident, resilient and articulate individuals. Our dedicated team of staff aims to provide each pupil with the skills they need to succeed in our school and beyond.

Our New Deputy Headteacher

We are looking for passionate and motivated ‘out of class’ Deputy Headteacher to support the fantastic achievements of the school and help drive it further forward.

Are you ready to take the next step in your leadership journey?

You will bring:

• The ability to communicate effectively with pupils, parents and staff, as well as the wider community.
• A commitment to championing the curriculum.
• Proficiency in staff coaching and mentoring.
• Experience and/or aptitude to lead on ICT and ECT.
• Excellent leadership skills to assist the Headteacher in directing and inspiring staff and pupils towards academic excellence.
• A positive approach to embracing inclusivity, openness and honesty with all stakeholders.
• Willingness to cover class teaching roles during periods of sickness and absence.
• A sound knowledge of educational policies, procedures and regulations.

We can offer:

We have lots to offer the successful candidate including:

• A dedicated staff team who work tirelessly to meet the needs of a range of different children and abilities.
• Engaged and motivated pupils who are eager to learn and succeed.
• A diverse, family-focused school where staff and parents work collaboratively in the best interests of the children.
• Opportunities for progression and professional growth.
• A very well maintained and resourced school.
• A Governing Body committed to the school’s priorities.
• A positive and energetic PTA group.

If this sounds like the school for you to pursue your leadership career, please apply by Friday 11th October 2024.

We would like to encourage all potential applicants to visit Homerswood to experience first-hand what a truly wonderful school we are. To arrange your visit please contact us at admin@homerswood.herts.sch.uk

For more information, visit https://www.homerswood.herts.sch.uk/  

Please apply online using the link below or download the attachment and send your completed application form to: leadership.recruitment@hfleducation.org 

CVs will not be considered.

Homerswood Primary and Nursery School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment to this post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check as well as other pre-appointment checks, including an online check, as outlined in Keeping Children Safe in Education (September 2023).

Homerswood Primary and Nursery School is committed to the aim of ensuring that everyone who applies to work for us receives fair treatment and we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of age, disability, race, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership and caring status. We expect all our staff to demonstrate a commitment to advancing equality of opportunity and fostering good relations.