About the role
Join Our Team as Deputy Headteacher at Sauncey Wood Primary School!
Are you ready to step into a leadership role that will shape the future of children? Sauncey Wood Primary School is seeking an inspiring Deputy Headteacher to join our vibrant community in Batford, Harpenden.
Our vision is to foster a supportive, creative, collaborative, and active learning culture where every child can thrive. With spacious grounds, well-equipped outdoor learning areas, and a commitment to holistic education, we provide an environment where curiosity is encouraged, perseverance is valued, and cooperation is celebrated.
As our Deputy Headteacher, you'll be stepping into a school rated "good" by Ofsted, with a dedicated team of teachers, support staff, and governors who are passionate about our pupils' success. You'll build on our existing strengths while bringing fresh energy, ideas, and enthusiasm to help us continue growing and improving.
What We're Looking For:
- Someone who shares our child-centred approach and will help to nurture all our pupils to be the best they can be.
- Has teaching and leadership experience and is looking to develop those skills further.
- Is invested in our school and looking to make a long-term impact, coupled with the drive and enthusiasm to help us develop further.
- Can help to shape and share our vision and ethos.
- Can both lead and support our staff to further develop their practice.
- Has the knowledge, experience, and organizational skills to support the Headteacher in the smooth running of the school.
What We Offer:
- An aspirational and nurturing environment where you can make a real difference.
- A successful and thriving school committed to continuous improvement.
- Happy, confident children eager to learn and grow.
- A dedicated, talented, and friendly staff ready to support you.
- Strong, supportive leadership and experienced governors.
- An active and successful Friends of Sauncey Wood community.
- Ongoing commitment to your professional development.
Do you have the drive and enthusiasm to move our school to the next stage of its development? We’d love to hear from you, and encourage you to contact our Headteacher on head@saunceywood.herts.sch.uk, who would be happy to answer any questions you may have and show you around the school.
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.
Sauncey Wood 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. 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).
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