DEPUTY HEADTEACHER

The Governors are looking for a highly motivated, enthusiastic and nurturing leader with a clear educational philosophy and vision to join our happy church school. The successful candidate will be flexible, creative, ambitious and eager to make a difference in our children’s lives, they will have excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work as part of and to lead an effective, dedicated team.
As a Church of England Primary School, it is important that our new Deputy Headteacher can create, inspire and embody our Christian ethos and culture of this Church school, securing its mission statement with all members of the school community and ensuring an environment for teaching and learning that empowers both staff and students to achieve their highest potential.

Governors invite applications from Christian leaders with personal drive, enthusiasm, a sense of humour and the professional ability to build on the existing strengths at Padiham Green.
This is a great opportunity for a strong, confident, and effective leader to have a significant impact on a school whose staff are committed to providing a safe and nurturing environment where every child is able to become the best version of themselves.

SIAMS, May 2017 stated, ‘Christian values underpin high levels of exceedingly respectful and considerate pupil behaviour.’

We are looking for a non-class based deputy headteacher, with SENDCo responsibility, who:

• Has a passion for pastoral care and a working knowledge of SEND.
• Has the skills and knowledge to monitor, evaluate and influence whole school improvement.
• Has excellent organisational skills.
• Demonstrates drive, experience and creativity to build on our current high standards of teaching through continuous school improvement.
• Is committed to safeguarding the welfare and wellbeing of children, staff and visitors.
• Has excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to establish and develop strong professional relationships with colleagues, governors, parents, children and the wider community.
• Is a flexible team player with a cheerful disposition.
• Will strive to make a positive difference to the lives of all of our pupils.
• Has a good understanding of all three key stages in the primary phase.

We can offer:

• A happy welcoming school where everyone is valued.
• A caring and Christian ethos.
• Well behaved and happy children who are proud of our school.
• A committed and supportive governing body.
• Good opportunities for continuing professional development.
• Strong partnerships with parents, other schools and the local community.
• A beautiful learning environment.
• A strong supportive Governing Body with a clear vision for the future of the school.

Shortlisting: Tuesday 9th May (Noon) 2023
Pre-Interview: Wednesday 17th May 2023
Interview date: Thursday 18th May 2023

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2022, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.
The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.
Lancashire County Council has a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available to all applicants upon request.



More Information can be found at www.padiham-green.lancsngfl.ac.uk