Job Description Job Title: Deputy Headteacher Salary Scale: L18-L23 Start: September 2018 (earlier if possible) Reporting to: The Headteacher Specific responsibilities of the post will be agreed on appointment reflecting the experience, skills and interests of the successful candidate and the needs of the school. Core Purpose The core purpose of the post is to work collaboratively with the Headteacher and other Deputy to realise our vision to be an outstanding Catholic community, taking a key role in school improvement and leading and managing all aspects of College life. The Deputy will deputise, taking full responsibility for the College, as required. The Deputy Headteacher will work to create a reflective culture of continuous improvement and high aspiration and will support all members of the College, staff and students, to realise their potential. The specific responsibilities of each Deputy Head will be agreed annually and may be subject to change, to afford each member of the Senior Leadership Team the opportunity to gain experience in different aspects of school leadership. Leadership and Management Responsibilities To support and assist the Headteacher in all aspects of the role. To formulate the aims and objectives of the College and devise and implement the School Improvement Plan. To establish and review policies through which the aims and objectives of the School Improvement Plan may be achieved. To manage staff and resources. To facilitate staff training on a range of initiatives relevant to specific responsibilities. To assist in recruitment and retention of staff, fostering good relationships and encouraging good working practices. To be a visible presence in the school, to have high expectations and lead by example. To ensure that our safeguarding arrangements are robust. Be a public advocate for the school, representing its interests loyally and with discretion. To attend and contribute to meetings relating to the curricular, administrative, organisational, pastoral and managerial aspects of the school. 1 P age
To attend Governing Body meetings as needed to advise, report, and support committees. Vision and culture To have a holistic approach to learning which is broader than examination results and to support the College s mission in developing Men and women for others, nurturing the spiritual formation of our young people. To work with staff and Governors to develop the distinctive Jesuit ethos, vision and aims of the school. To maintain a secure, caring, welcoming, happy, stimulating and challenging learning environment. Lead, support and develop school strategies to maintain outstanding standards of student behaviour and attendance, and warm and supportive relationships, in keeping with our Christian values, especially in support of vulnerable students. Operations To facilitate the effective day to day running of the school ensuring that systems and procedures support this. Contribute to the review, creation and implementation of clear, simple policies and procedures to ensure the smooth running of the school. To be an integral and effective part of the whole school duty system. To uphold the College s Behaviour policy and ethos. To ensure effective communication across all aspects of the school. To participate in the monitoring and evaluation of behaviour and safety and student wellbeing, together with effective school performance. School improvement To strive for the highest possible standards of student behaviour, learning and attainment for all students. To provide clear strategic direction for the school to secure the highest quality educational provision. To ensure that appropriate educational initiatives are implemented effectively to secure continuous improvement. Lead, with the Head Teacher, Governors and Senior Team, the development and implementation of the College s strategic School Improvement Plan and departmental plans and policies. To ensure the plans are realised and reviewed. To review the work and organisation of the school and monitor and evaluate effectiveness, challenging leadership at all levels. To ensure that the College benefits from a rigorous self evaluation framework that directly leads to raising standards. To prepare and lead the school towards achieving an Outstanding Ofsted grading. To keep abreast of changes to accountability measures. Curriculum Support the further development of a flexible, challenging curriculum to meet the aspirations and interests of students and the needs of an ever changing world. 2 P age
Keep abreast of curriculum changes and developments. Teaching and Learning To be a skilled and successful teacher who can model good practice for others. Develop outstanding teaching and learning and assessment as our key priority. To play a lead role in the development of other teachers, leading teams and achieving measurable impact. To monitor teaching and learning and assessment throughout the school. Raising achievement Promote a culture of accountability and giving of our best to staff and students. To confidently evaluate performance data and identify priorities for continuous improvement. Lead in the monitoring of student progress, using performance data to motivate staff and students to improve and to inform parents of progress.. To ensure that guidance and support is provided to all students. To implement a range of strategies to raise achievement. Leading and managing others To promote team work, supporting, developing, challenging and motivating others to ensure effective working relationships and high performance. To line manage a number of Assistant Headteachers. To line manage a number of subject areas and/or year groups. To undertake performance management of a number of staff. Contribute to the selection and appointment of new staff. Communications To promote effective and fruitful relationships with outside agencies and the community. To communicate information specific to the role to all stakeholders. To foster good relationships with local schools and support transition, To keep relevant documentation and information up to date on website and staff area. To ensure that all colleagues are familiar with the school s aims and objectives. To ensure effective communication / consultation as appropriate with the parents / carers of students. To liaise with other schools, educational establishments, commerce and industry, Examination Boards and any relevant external agencies. To represent the views and interests of the College. To lead the development of effective links with other educational institutions and community. To represent the College at events, conferences and meetings. To promote the College at Open Days / Evenings. All SLT members will be expected to comply with any reasonable requests from the Headteacher or Governors to undertake work that is not specified within this job description. 3 P age
As the Deputy Headteacher, you are required To be a practising Catholic, committed to Catholic education To deputise for the Headteacher as required To take a lead role in strategic planning and driving whole school change To assist the Headteacher in the professional development of staff To assist the Headteacher in personnel issues To assist the Headteacher in securing the school s commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students Further Information All staff members are required to contribute to and support the overall aims and ethos of the school. All staff members are required to participate in training and other learning activities as well as professional development as required by the school s policies and practices. This job description is not necessarily a comprehensive definition of the post. It will be reviewed regularly and may be subject to amendment from time to time after consultation with the post holder, without changing the level of responsibility of the post. 4 P age
Deputy Headteacher Person Specification We are looking for a passionate leader with a can do approach who can motivate and inspire others. You will be a positive professional, willing to go the extra mile to ensure that all in our community, staff and students, are supported to realise their full potential. We are proud to be a Catholic College with a distinctive Jesuit ethos and we seek an individual who will actively live our mission. Qualifications, experience and professional development Qualified Teacher Status Good honours degree Further professional qualifications Evidence of further professional development Relevant, recent experience of teaching in an 11-16 or 11-18 school A minimum of 3 years experience as an Assistant Headteacher. Experience of working in more than one secondary school Proven record as a teacher whose students make excellent progress Demonstrable positive impact in previous roles Experience of leading successful improvements and managing change at a whole school level Skills and Abilities Capacity and enthusiasm for hard work Ability to work as part of a team whilst also being selfmotivated Ability to manage behaviour and instil in others the confidence to do the same A visible and credible presence who has the ability to relate well to people at all levels Ability to work calmly under pressure and maintain a positive and optimistic attitude Ability to manage and resolve conflict 5 P age
Excellent organisational skills including the ability to prioritise and manage time effectively Ability to think strategically, analytically and creatively and demonstrate initiative in solving problems High level of presentation and literacy skills Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Data-literate with the ability to track and analyse pupil performance using a variety of sources and the ability to communicate this to others. Understand the principles and practice of effective school self-evaluation Acknowledge success and challenge underperformance Personal Qualities Ability to inspire, challenge, influence and motivate others Reliable, honest and trustworthy, demonstrating the highest professional standards A visible whole school presence, leading by example A caring, considerate and respectful leader An effective communicator at all levels The capacity to be able to listen to and reflect upon feedback and act appropriately Takes Initiative identifies and anticipates future opportunities and challenges and what needs to be done. Takes a particularly proactive role in driving forward direct areas of responsibility. Highly flexible, able to adapt and respond positively to a variety of situations and people in order to meet changing priorities. An excellent health, punctuality and attendance record Professional Competencies A skilled and successful classroom practitioner Experience of successful development and implementation of strategies to improve the quality of teaching and learning An understanding of different models of teaching and learning Experience of curriculum innovation, development, organisation and implementation An understanding and experience of timetabling 6 P age
Experience of leading others in developing skills in teaching and learning including coaching and mentoring Knowledge and experience of effective school evaluation Evidence of effective use of performance management to improve practice, setting ambitious goals for self and others An understanding of current trends in education Experience of resource management including budgetary innovation A knowledge and understanding of the current OFSTED framework 7 P age