Deputy Headteacher (Curriculum)
We have a rare and exciting opportunity for an outstanding Deputy Headteacher (Curriculum) to work alongside an experienced and supportive leadership team and play a key role in shaping the academy’s future - developing, implementing and measuring the impact of a highly effective curriculum.
We are looking for an exceptionally talented leader who will use their energy and vision to make a real impact; to support the achievement of outstanding outcomes for our students and staff, as well as ensuring that the school continues to develop its current standards and achievements.The successful candidate will be an experienced, proactive and innovative school leader, with a clear strategic vision and a consistent record of success within secondary settings. As an excellent practitioner, you will have strong leadership and interpersonal skills and a proven ability to work collaboratively, to inspire, motivate and support the whole school community.
In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for leading on curriculum development, teaching and learning and outcomes across the school. You will ensure that the school’s “Vision 2027” is fully embedded and will continue to provide a broad and balanced education designed to enable all students to discover their strengths and to make the most of their talents and reflect our ambition for the school to be a beacon of excellence.You will be responsible for the school’s curriculum strategy and have strategic oversight of the school timetable as well as the promotion of an academic culture based on excellence, engagement and achievement. You will actively support the development and maintenance of policies and practices that promote high achievement, inclusion, and excellence in teaching and learning.
This role will lead on ensuring quality first teaching across the school, including holding colleagues to account in an appropriate and professional manner. You will set high expectations for staff and students to contribute and support outcomes and personal development.
Enthusiastic, dedicated and resilient, you will help us realise the full potential in all our students.
Reporting to the Headteacher, you will have direct line management of a small team of senior leaders who collectively ensure the highest academic standards at the school.
We believe we have a unique school that delivers a great education in a sought-after location supported by a committed whole school team of teachers, support staff, leaders and trustees. This is a wonderful opportunity for the right individual to add to the success story of Robert May’s School.Our aim is to build on existing traditions of excellence and deliver a first-class educational experience for all. We pride ourselves on students being at the centre of all we do and are proud of our friendly and supportive environment. We are committed to producing responsible, confident, and forward-thinking young people who are ready to thrive in their local, national, and global communities.
The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate:
- A commitment to drive excellence in teaching and learning in order to raise standards and secure successful outcomes for all students.
- The ability to develop, implement and measure the impact of a robust and engaging curriculum that meets the needs of all students.
- A track record of developing trusting and supportive working relationships with staff that fosters their confidence and inspires and challenges them to further achievement.
- Evidence of strategic interventions that demonstrate leadership, vision and credibility, indicating inspirational leadership that extends across the whole school community.
- Experience in overseeing and driving improvements in teaching and learning practices.
- Fostering relationships with key stakeholders through engaging communication with students, teachers, parents, trustees and the wider community to further the school’s aims and achievements.
Our staff team is at the heart of our success. We have developed a strong culture of collaboration and cooperation with a high regard for personal and professional development. If you feel that you have the ability and drive to enable our students to reach their full potential, joining our school also offers many personal benefits including:
- Highly motivated, well-behaved and respectful students, supported by a highly skilled and committed staff team.
- A cohesive school community with strong relationships between students and staff.
- A strong commitment to the well-being and continuing professional development of staff, including potential opportunities to work alongside our partner schools.
- A supportive and forward-thinking leadership team.
- An exciting opportunity to play a leading role in the school’s future development and make a real difference in the lives of young people.
- A competitive remuneration package, reflecting the seniority of the role that includes membership of the Teachers’ Pension Scheme.
Key dates for our recruitment process:
- Visiting opportunities for interested applicants: week of 12th May 2025
- Closing date for applications: Friday 16th May 2025
- Shortlisted candidates will be notified by midday on Monday 19th May 2025
- Interviews will be held on Wednesday 21st and Thursday 22nd May 2025
Please contact Mrs Lisa Shackleton, HR Officer lisa.shackleton@rmays.com Tel: 01256 702700 for more information or to arrange an informal visit.