Deputy Headteacher

We are seeking an exceptional Deputy Headteacher to join Diamond Wood Community Academy at an exciting point in its journey. This is a role for a values-driven, aspirational leader who believes passionately that every child, regardless of background, deserves an outstanding education, rich opportunities and the highest expectations.

As an Infant and Nursery school, our children are at the very beginning of their educational journey, and they are an absolute joy to work with. They are curious, enthusiastic and full of warmth. They are supported by a dedicated and caring staff team who work hard every day and who are deeply committed to one another and to the community we serve.

We are looking for someone who has:

• Successful teaching experience within the primary phase, particularly EYFS and KS1
• Experience of leadership at middle or senior level (e.g. Assistant Headteacher, Phase Leader)
• Experience of whole-school curriculum leadership
• Proven impact on raising pupil attainment and progress
• Experience of analysing data and using it to inform future practice and drive improvement
• Experience of monitoring teaching and learning, including lesson observation and feedback
• Experience of leading whole-school initiatives or improvement priorities
• Experience of working with vulnerable pupils (SEND, disadvantaged, EAL)