Job Type:	permanent	Duration:
Category:	Education / Training / Instruction	Recruiter Reference:	coventrycc/TP/177/9314
URL for Applications:	Apply Here	Salary:	£56,082 - £61,882 per annum

What is the job role?

Ofsted February 2019 – “This school remains good. The leadership team has maintained the good quality of education in the school since the last inspection.”

 

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated, ambitious individual who relishes a challenge, having high expectation of oneself and others.  We are seeking to appoint an Assistant Headteacher to support the strategic leadership of the school, with KS1 & KS2 teaching experience and to take specific responsibility for a core subject. You will need to be forward thinking, innovative in leadership and display a passion for education. 

 

Are you someone who:

• Wants to join a highly motivated team of dedicated professionals, who cares passionately about pastoral and academic development?

• Loves learning and is committed to improving the achievement of every child and extending their own professional development?

• Can model excellent teaching skills based on high expectations of pupils?

• Has excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to lead, motivate, inspire and support your team with energy and enthusiasm?

 

If so, we would like to hear from you.

 

In return we can offer you:

• The opportunity to shape the next step of your leadership journey through values led leadership.

• The opportunity to join a forward-thinking school that works tirelessly to support the outcomes of our children, families and staff.

• A school that is committed to the well-being work life balance and professional development of all staff.

• Join a team where leaders at all levels work together effectively to drive improvement and sustain quality in the school.

• The opportunity to make a real difference to the community we serve.

 

Whitmore Park is a large school in the City of Coventry. 

We have the highest expectation of all of our staff and pupils, with a strong commitment to promoting their well-being. We provide a broad and balanced curriculum, with pupil involvement, enjoyment and achievement at its heart.

 

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all pupils and expect all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS is needed for this post. Two references will be taken up for all short listed candidates prior to interview.

 

If you are interested, a visit to the school is highly recommended. To find out more, please contact Mrs Jo Davis, Office Manager, at admin@whitmorepark.org  or telephone 02476 335697 to arrange an appointment.

 

Application forms and relevant documents are available to be downloaded below and are to be returned via email to: jobs@whitmorepark.org

 

Start Date: As soon as possible.

Closing Date:  Sunday 14th April 2024

Interview Date: Week commencing 15th April 2024

Who are we looking for?

Our 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 candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS.

 

Following recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) for an additional pre employment check with effect 1 Sept 22, please note, an online search may form part of this recruitment process.