Deputy Head Teacher

Portway is a happy and successful school located in Plaistow, East London. We are at the heart of this culturally rich community where we are able to offer purposeful and exciting learning opportunities for all. Our vision for our school is for our children to learn today what they need to be able to transform tomorrow!

We are looking for an ambitious and inspirational leader for the future who is keen to develop their professional development and leadership skills. A Deputy Headteacher is required for September 2023, with specific responsibilities to be agreed on appointment, and then reviewed annually. The ideal candidate will have successful leadership experience at deputy head level or equivalent.

We welcome applications from experienced leaders who have the following qualities:

Undertake the day-to-day operational management of the school, as directed by the Head teacher;
Support the Headteacher to formulate, communicate and deliver a strategic vision for our school;
Upholds a core belief that every child will achieve under their leadership
Put safeguarding at the heart of everything they do;
Thinks strategically with the ability to innovate
Have a strong vision of what excellent teaching and learning looks like, and the energy, commitment and professional expertise to deliver this across the whole school;
Values professional development and is enthusiastic about taking risks
Demonstrates the ability to devise, sustain and be accountable for effective curriculum design with energy and enthusiasm
Motivates others and thrives on working in diverse teams
Encourages positive engagement of children, staff, parents and the wider community in the life of Portway Primary School.
Shows resilience, with an ambition and desire to lead a school in the future.

In return we will empower, motivate and inspire you to be the best you can be. You can expect the following unique benefits to enhance your working life:

Curious children, who love learning
Collaboration opportunities with supportive, forward thinking and dedicated teams
An extensive wellbeing offer for staff, pupils and families and a Leadership team who promote wellbeing and academic success equally
Well-resourced and attractive environment comprising of a drama studio and school forest
Quality first professional development and career enhancement opportunities;
Opportunity to work in a diverse, inclusive and vibrant community with excellent transport links
Discounted 2 year old/3 year old full time childcare support.

If this role sounds like the job for you and if you would like any more information, please do not hesitate to contact Fredericka Bines, Head of Operations/ PA to the Headteacher, to arrange a visit or an informal telephone conversation (020 8472 7142) with our Headteacher, Scott Chudley, ahead of making your application.

Visits are strongly recommended. When you visit the school, you will see first-hand our excellent facilities and feel how welcoming Portway is.

Visits dates:

17th April 9.00am

19th April 10.00am

20th April 11.00am

20th April 3.30pm

21st April 1.30pm

Bookings can be made by emailing the school - info.portway@leadinglearningtrust.org

Further information about our school can be found on our website - http://portway.leadinglearningtrust.org

Interviews: w/c: 1st May 2023

We particularly welcome applications from suitably qualified and experienced colleagues who reflect the diversity of our school community.

Portway Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all our staff to share this commitment. All staff are subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check as well as qualifications and reference checks. A disqualification declaration questionnaire maybe required for this post.

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