Deputy Headteacher - Whitley Academy

What is the job role?

Leadership Scale 17-21 (£62,570 - £69,031)

Starting January 2023

Based at Whitley Academy, Abbey Road, Coventry CV3 4BD

We are delighted to announce that we are recruiting a Deputy Headteacher for Whitley Academy, for January 2023.

• Are you an outstanding teacher and leader with strategic vision, resilient character and a strong belief that all young people can succeed?
• Do you have a proven track record in raising standards?
• Do you have experience in motivating and developing staff to ensure that all students achieve highly?
• Are you able to work collaboratively with colleagues, receptive to new ideas, and eager to learn?
• Do you have the desire and aptitude to work towards headship?

Finham Park Multi Academy Trust is a growing organisation, which is currently made up of 7 schools across Coventry and Warwickshire of which Whitley Academy is the most recently affiliated. The Primary and Secondary schools in Finham Park MAT will set out to pioneer, innovate and deliver a “World Class” education for all.

Finham Park School and Finham Park Multi Academy Trust has been a highly regarded part of the educational landscape for over forty years. It has a long and proud history or providing the highest quality teaching and an innovative curriculum. We believe that school is about children ‘having the time of their lives’ and provide opportunities for this to be a reality whilst developing our core values of Integrity, Kindness, Courageousness, Perseverance and Humility.

At Whitley Academy we aim to build meaningful relationships based on trust and mutual respect.  We are committed to supporting all staff and students to “be the best you can be”.

What we can offer:

• A strong sense of community and a warm, welcoming workplace.
• Frequent opportunities to collaborate with teachers and support staff from the other schools in the MAT to develop and share best practice.
• A vibrant, modern building and facilities in a beautiful location within easy reach of the M40/M6 corridor.
• Supportive staff and a strong team ethos
• Supportive leadership within the school and MAT
• Progression opportunities as the school and MAT grow

Finham Park Multi Academy Trust is therefore seeking a Deputy Headteacher who will:

• be a successful leader; a willing and capable learner who believes in our vision for the school and who will inspire and empower others to share in achieving it
• inspire and motivate students and staff, ensuring all are valued and supported to be the best they can be
• be passionate about making a difference for every child
• be supported to develop their leadership skills and specialisms across several areas of school life.

We are happy to arrange informal, confidential discussions or visits to the school with Bernadette Pettman, Headteacher. Should you be interested in either of these options, please contact Sandie Baker, PA to the Headteacher on 02476 302580 or email s.baker@whitleyacademy.co.uk  

To apply, please read our pack before providing a full application form along with the equal opportunities form. Please ensure your supporting statement sets out why you feel that you are suitable for this role and includes demonstrable impact of your leadership and achievements.

Details of our interview arrangements will be provided to the shortlisted candidates.

Closing date:     Wednesday 22nd June 2022 at 9am                     

Interview date: Provisional date of Thursday 30th June or Friday 1st July - TBC

Completed application forms should be returned to apply@finhampark.co.uk or by post to:

HR Department

Finham Park Multi Academy Trust

Torrington Avenue

Coventry

CV4 9WT

For further information on this role and other opportunities within the MAT, please visit https://careers.fpmat.co.uk

Whitley Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful applicants will be requested to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check.