Our Values

RESILIENT ASPIRATIONAL COURAGEOUS

At Aldermoor Farm we have high expectations of every child. We provide them with a safe and nurturing environment, exceptional opportunities and education that inspires every child to flourish into confident, successful and well-rounded learners who will thrive in a changing world.

About the team we are recruiting to

Our children at Aldermoor Farm Primary School are amazing, and so are our staff, who work collaboratively across our three-form entry school with SEN provision. Professional development has been key to our rapid journey of improvement and ongoing success. Therefore, we invest heavily in the development of all our staff through training, coaching and progression opportunities. CPD is evidence-based and aims to develop individuals' confidence and interests within education. We work hard to ensure that all members of staff are supported to have a healthy work-life balance. This is a brilliant opportunity for a school leader to be part of our great team. If you would like to find out more about the post or would like to come and visit, then please contact the school office at 02476 456 272 and ask for Lucy Wright, Headteacher. Or email admin@afprimary.org.uk 

What is the job role?

The Deputy Head will be responsible for working with and supporting the senior leadership team on the following key school leadership and management areas. This will involve accepting responsibility for aspects of these key areas. 

•  Strategic direction and development of the school 
•  Teaching and Learning 
•  Leading and Managing Staff 
• Efficient and effective deployment of staff and resources 
•  Accountability 

Hours: 1 day per week 

Contract type: Fixed Term

Who are we looking for?

Aldermoor Farm Primary school is looking to appoint a passionate, enthusiastic and innovative Deputy Head teacher for 1 day per week. Experience in Early years is essential. 

This position may suit someone looking for a secondment, in agreement with their current school. 

The ideal candidate will be committed to providing high-quality education and fostering a positive learning environment for our children. The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate a range of skills: 

• A strong, reflective practitioner who is keen to progress 
• Experience as a senior leader 
• A leader who leads by example, champions others and has a thirst for school improvement 
• Works well in a team with a proactive ‘can-do’ attitude 
• Confidently able to create a calm and safe learning environment which supports children to self-regulate and take responsibility for their behaviour
• Ability to work under pressure and prioritise effectively 
• Commitment to safeguarding and equality

If you need help or support to complete your application, please visit our accessibility page to see how we can assist you.

Guaranteed Interview Scheme - As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role and identify with one of the below criteria:

• Members of the Armed Forces and veterans
• Are currently in care or have previously been in care
• If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition

For full details on the application process please read the attached documents. If there is any evidence of a candidate using AI to complete their application, then the application will be rejected unless the candidate can provide a justification which the Council considers to be reasonable.

Interview Date:

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS.

Following recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) for an additional pre employment check with effect 1 Sept 22, please note, an online search may form part of this recruitment process.

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