St Andrew's C of E Primary School

Vacancy for Deputy Headteacher

The Governors, staff and children of St Andrew’s CE Primary School are seeking to appoint a dedicated, dynamic and inspirational Deputy Headteacher to work in partnership with the Headteacher in the   strategic leadership and development of our school. 

Working with the Headteacher, staff and governors, you will be a determined and ambitious leader who is passionate and highly motivated to  deliver our robust strategy of continuous improvement in teaching, learning and wellbeing in our ambitious and inclusive church school.

In July 2023, Ofsted’s inspection report, graded the school as ‘Good’ overall with ‘Outstanding’ for our Behaviour and Attitudes.  The opening paragraph from the Ofsted report reads: “Pupils at St Andrew’s thrive in the warmth and kindness that threads through the work of staff and leaders”. 

What we offer:

• An extremely popular single form entry school in the heart of Orford.
• Enthusiastic, confident children with exemplary behaviour who are proud of their school and love to learn.
• A hardworking and dedicated staff team committed to enabling all children to achieve.
• Excellent relationships with parents, our church, Diocese and the wider community.
• A happy, progressive and vibrant working environment for teaching and learning.
• A rich and stimulating curriculum, enhanced with a range of extra-curricular activities, breakfast club and after school clubs including music, sport and art.
• A proactive and encouraging governor team fully committed to providing the best opportunities, development and learning environment for our children and whole staff team.

We are looking for a Deputy headteacher who:

• Has a passionate commitment to develop children’s learning, setting high expectations for everyone to reach their true potential with an engaging curriculum.
• Has a desire to enhance the existing strengths of the school, bringing inspirational drive and enthusiasm for continuous improvement and to further develop its Christian ethos and values.
• Has the skills and knowledge to monitor, evaluate and report on standards of attainment, learning and teaching across school and data analysis.
• Has experience of teaching and leading teams of staff effectively
• Has clear and demonstrable experience of developing their own and others pedagogy and practice
• Has excellent communication, management and interpersonal skills; highly energetic and willingness to promote a strong team spirit.
• Has an open approach to the many school stakeholders including governors, parents/carers, church and community.
• Believes passionately in the role of a Church of England School and lives out the Gospel Values in their day-to-day life
• Is committed to the safeguarding, welfare and wellbeing of children and staff.

Application packs, including the required Diocesan application form, are available from the school website: www.standrews-cp.co.uk/warrington/primary/standrews. If you would like further information about this role, please make an appointment to speak to  Mrs Moulsdale (Headteacher).

All applications should be returned to the School Business Manager:  standrew_business@sch.warrington.gov.uk by the closing date of Friday 7th March 2025.

St. Andrew’s C.E. Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will need to undertake an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure & Barring Service, provide suitable references, evidence qualifications and be subject to identity checks.  Warrington  Borough Council is an equal opportunities employer.

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