Beamont Community Primary School Deputy Headteacher Person Specification

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  Recognised teaching qualification, degree or equivalent
  
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  Post-entry curriculum or management qualification
  
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  Evidence of recent, relevant continued professional development (must be a learner!)
  

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  Proven successful teaching experience across a range of year groups
  
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  Experience of working in more than one school
  
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  Experience of working with a wide range of abilities including G&T and SEN and securing improvement
  
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  Experience of leading a curriculum area(s) in a creative way resulting in continued improvement
  

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  Experience of working with outside agencies / involvement in wider initiatives including the community
  
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  Experience of monitoring, evaluating and improving Teaching and Learning
  

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  To think strategically, and support the Head teacher, in building and communicating a coherent vision
  
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  Understand the qualities of outstanding teaching
  
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  A working knowledge of effective inclusive practice
  
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  Understanding of school improvement at class, key stage or school level
  
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  Experience of improving standards through the use of pupil performance data, target setting, and other strategies
  
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  Knowledge of self-evaluation processes
  
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  Has up to date knowledge of safeguarding practices
  
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  Sound knowledge of the role of ICT in teaching and learning across the curriculum
  
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  Knowledge of current developments, national priorities and statutory frameworks in education
  

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  Fully committed to whole school improvement and securing engagement of all stakeholders
  
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  Commitment to equality of opportunity and inclusion
  
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  Continued commitment to the development of Leadership and Management skills
  
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  Promote and support an enriched curriculum including educational visits, extra-curricular activities
  
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  Imaginative approach to working with others to provide best opportunities for our children
  

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  Positive leadership skills that inspire and value others, develop trust and confidence
  
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  Able to uphold the caring community ethos of the school and its teamwork approach
  

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  Able to maintain and further develop existing good links with parents, other site users and the local community
  
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  Ability to relate to people at all levels with excellent communication skills
  
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  Maintain confidentiality
  
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  Present a good role model for pupils and staff
  
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  Ability to make firm decisions and convey them clearly
  
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  Excellent time management and organisational skills
  
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  Demonstrate perseverance and resilience
  
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  Flexible, approachable and open to new ideas
  
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  A sense of humour and endless enthusiasm
  

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Written references will be requested to confirm experiences, professional and personal knowledge, skills and abilities.

Proof of qualifications will be required at interview.

There must be a positive recommendation from your current employer. The post offer will be subject to a satisfactory health and attendance record, and enhanced disclosure from CRB.