The Role

Full time

Permanent

Start September 2022

Heathmere Primary School is an inner London school on the edge of Richmond Park. We are focused on ‘Excellence in Teaching’ and everything we do is about giving our children the best opportunities possible. We are looking to appoint a Deputy Headteacher to lead on Teaching and Learning with specific responsibility for Curriculum and Assessment. The successful candidate will also be responsible for behaviour.

We are looking for someone who:

• Will buy into our whole school values of respect, resilience and high expectations
• Is an excellent teacher and leader with a proven track record of raising attainment
• Will be strategic and relentless in the pursuit of excellence for the children
• Has drive, determination and a commitment to raising standards
• Believes in inclusion and achievement for all children
• Can work alongside staff to improve the quality of teaching and learning for the children

We can offer you:

• The opportunity to work in partnership with a Leadership Team who are highly motivated and continually looking to improve things
• A commitment to developing your leadership skills and opportunities to undertake training such as NPQH
• A school that works closely with the London SW Maths Hub and the Wandle Teaching School Alliance
• An inclusive school
• A team of staff and governors who are passionate and committed to our school being the best it can be
• Enthusiastic children and a positive learning environment

Teaching responsibilities can be discussed at interview

The school is well-served by buses from areas such as Kingston, Putney, Hammersmith, Fulham, Wandsworth and Clapham Junction. It is situated on the A3 with easy access by car from South London, West London and Surrey. There is free on-street parking and secure bike storage.

Visits to the school are encouraged. Please phone to make an appointment or email the School Business Manager sbm@heathmere.wandsworth.sch.uk

An information pack, including a Job Description and Person Specification can be downloaded below

Completed applications should be returned to the school via email to: sbm@heathmere.wandsworth.sch.uk

Closing date: 28 April 2022 (at 9am)

Interviews: 03 May or 04 May 2022

When completing the form candidates should refer to the job description and person specification.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Please note that we do not accept CVs

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER

Heathmere Primary School

Alton Road

Wandsworth, London

SW15 4LJ                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   Tel: 020 8788 9057 
Headteacher: Miss Emma Lewis BEd (Hons), NPQH
Email: sbm@heathmere.wandsworth.sch.uk
Age range: 3 - 11

Richmond and Wandsworth Councils