Deputy Headteacher - Little Sutton Primary School

The vacancy has arisen for a Deputy Headteacher at Little Sutton Primary School; a two form-entry mixed foundation school for pupils aged 4 to 11 years, which currently has 420 pupils on roll. Little Sutton English Hub is also based on the school site.

We are looking for an inspirational Deputy Headteacher who will support the Headteacher empower and motivate staff and pupils. We are seeking an individual with the drive and passion for ensuring that all children achieve their full potential, combined with strong leadership, management and interpersonal skills. We have a positive, nurturing ethos and we are very proud of our school community.

We are looking for someone who has:

• experience of senior leadership within a school
• experience of teaching and leading across the primary age range
• led a core curriculum subject across the whole school
• a willingness to continually develop their skills with a desire for future headship
• evidence of continuing professional development, including for example Future Leaders, NPQ’s etc
• Substantial experience of successfully managing initiatives relevant to the role, as set out in the job description and person specification

All staff are expected to know what to do if they have concerns about a child, take on the responsibility for providing a safe environment and promoting children’s welfare, undertake regular safeguarding and child protection training and, familiarise themselves with KCSIE and local policies and procedures.

The successful candidate will be expected to take up the appointment at the beginning of the spring term, or sooner if possible.

Informal contact with the school is most welcome.

How to Apply

Application pack is available to download here.

Please submit your application to s.thompson@littlesu.bham.sch.uk or by post to: Mrs Thompson, School Manager, Little Sutton Primary School, Worcester Lane, Sutton Coldfield, B75 5NL