We are seeking an ambitious, experienced, and dynamic leader to join our Senior Leadership Team as Deputy Headteacher. The successful candidate will be one of two Deputy Headteachers in the school and the precise allocation of roles will depend on the skill set of the successful candidate.  The ideal candidate will be hardworking, energetic, and share our vision of excellence, commitment to collaboration, and focus on meeting the needs of every student. They will set high standards for everyone in the school community and demonstrate integrity and empathy. A proven ability to raise student achievement is essential.  The successful candidate will support our further development as a school and allow us to build on our current achievements.

As Deputy Headteacher, the successful applicant will show commitment to excellence both inside and outside the classroom, maintaining high expectations and achieving outstanding results. They will also have a passion for education and the well-being of all students. We are proud of our school and seek a leader who will uphold our reputation and strengthen our positive relationships with staff, parents, and carers.  While applications reflecting experience in any curriculum area are welcome for this post, expertise in maths, science, or computing is desirable.

The postholder is expected to make a significant contribution to school improvement and provide support to the Headteacher where required across all aspects of school leadership. They will be part of the Senior Leadership Team and lead the development of whole school policy and practice in order to advance the school’s core purpose.  Specific responsibilities will be determined by the skills and experience of the successful candidate.  This post is available as a result of the decision of two long-standing members of SLT to move on from leadership and this means there is greater flexibility about the precise leadership responsibilities.

Our students and our staff are our greatest resource and we were very pleased that Ofsted formally recognised this in our most recent inspection, saying that our ‘teachers are knowledgeable and enthusiastic about the subjects that they teach’ and that they provide rapid support to address any misconceptions that may arise ‘.

Poynton High School is part of the True Learning Partnership which is responsible for five schools (three primary and two secondary) set in a beautiful region spanning the Cheshire – Derbyshire border. Our schools are all rated Good by Ofsted, continuously self-improving, and very popular. We work collaboratively and with a real community focus, an important priority is developing strong links between all of our schools, working as “One Vision, One Trust” to make a positive difference to the communities we serve. True Learning’s vision is that all its students will benefit from a rich and broad education framed within its ethos and values. 

More information about the Trust can be found via the Trust website, https://www.truelearning.org.uk/ or by contacting the CEO, Geoff Baker on gbaker@truelearning.org.uk

We are exceptionally proud of our staff and the dedication they display every day to support our students to reach their potential. Whether a member of our Leadership Team, Teaching Staff or Support Team – all have a vital role to play in providing an environment where we can provide world class education where all can achieve. We offer highly competitive salaries, pension scheme membership, free on-site parking and regular social events. All staff are able to access discounted gym memberships and other negotiated benefits across the Trust. 

I would encourage you to visit our website (https://www.poyntonhigh.org.uk/)  to get a better understanding of life here at Poynton High and if you have any questions that you would like to ask please do not hesitate to contact me directly on head@poyntonhigh.org.uk.  We would welcome visits to the school ahead of the closing date and these can be arranged by contacting Paula White, my PA, on pwhite@poyntonhigh.org.uk

I very much hope that you want to join our team and I look forward to receiving an application from you in due course.  Good luck!