Deputy Headteacher – Pastoral with SENCO, Safeguarding and teaching responsibilities
Closing in 10 days (19 May 2025 9:00 am)
Job details
Salary: Leadership pay scale – L1 – L5
Employer: Bishops Hull Primary School
Location: Taunton, Somerset, TA1 5EB
Contract type: Permanent
Working pattern: Full time
Closing date: 19 May 2025 9:00 am
About the job
Key information
We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and inspirational Deputy Headteacher, with Pastoral, SENCO and DSL responsibilities at Bishops Hull Primary School to start in September 2025. This role will be a key member of school staff and an integral member of the school Senior Leadership Team (SLT) supporting the Headteacher with the long term strategic view and day to day running of the school. The role also involves 2 days per week class teaching.
What will I be doing?
The successful candidate will have undertaken the NASENCO qualification and will take a proactive lead on SEND provision across the school, working alongside class teams, SLT, Governors and external agencies to give the best support for our children, staff and families.
You will be someone who is able to lead by example, inspiring others with high expectations, and a tangible belief that all children can sparkle acting as an advocate of positive behaviour management with an understanding of the value of building relationships with all stakeholders.
You will have proven leadership experience with the ability to motivate and empower others in line with the journey of school improvement and will be able to confidently analyse a variety of data to support school improvement actions and measure impact.
You will also have undertaken the DSL training and have experience of working as a deputy or designated safeguarding lead.
Supporting documents and information
If you would like to visit our school prior to your application, please contact the school office to arrange an appointment on 01823 331624
Closing date: Monday 19 May at 9:00am
Interviews: Wednesday 21 May
