Deputy Headteacher

We are seeking to appoint aforward-thinking and talented Deputy Headteacher from January 2027.

As Whaplode moves to a dedicated Headteacher and Deputy Headteacher leadership model, this is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping the nextphase of the school’s journey, building on its existing strengths and supporting continued improvement.

At Whaplode, you will play an instrumental role in creating an environment where both pupils and colleagues can thrive. Weare looking for an outstanding candidate with a strong track record of teaching and leadership, who is keen to continue developing as a leader while supporting the educational vision of both the school and the Trust. Your strong leadership and effective support will be crucial in ensuring that everyone at Whaplode meets their full potential.

Thisrole is being advertised at an exciting and important time in the school’sjourney. As Deputy Headteacher, you will work closely alongside the newly appointed Headteacher, the wider School Leadership Team and Trust Central Teamto shape a strong leadership team and drive forward the school’s plans for continued improvement and growth.

Therole carries a teaching commitment, providing the opportunity to demonstrate inspirational classroom practice while setting high expectations for others.

This balance will ensure you remain closely connected to teaching and learning and have a direct impact on standards and outcomes for pupils.

Thisis a fantastic opportunity to help shape the next chapter for Whaplode and makea significant and lasting difference to pupils, colleagues and the wider school community.

To bea member of the Senior Leadership Team.

Tosupport the development and implementation of rich curriculum that has breadth,depth and balance whilst taking into account thelocal school context.

Tosecure highqualityteaching and learning that allows pupils to build their knowledge and to applythat knowledge as skills.

Develop systems to measure outcomes that pupils achieve because of teaching and learning, ensuring they are fully implemented across the academy.

Support the development of an ethos of integrity, compassion and excellence throughout the Academy and community which it serves in order to value self-esteem alongside respect for others.

To maintain high morale and set an example of professionalism, highqualityperformance and leadership.

Developin all pupils the skills, attitudes and stamina required for life-long learning and success in a rapidly changing world.

Enhance opportunities through partnerships between parents / carers, pupils, staff,other trust schools and the local community to maximise the benefits of being a Trust school.

Support the distinctively Christian ethos of the Academy and build on these foundations.

Makea significant contribution to the continued development and success of the Academy.

Support the Headteacher in the leading of Teaching and Learning to ensure learners achieve the best possible results academically and with regard to theschool values.

Alongside the SLT, ensure that the strengths of the school and the improvements in standards are well understood in the local community.

Work alongside the Headteacher todevise and implement the Strategic Direction of the School, with focus on teaching and learning.

Work alongside the Headteacher,Trust and other key stakeholders to ensure that the school’s and Trust’s visionare clearly articulated, shared, and understood.

Work within the school community to translate the school’s vision into agreed objectives that promote and sustain school improvement.

Motivate and work with others tocreate a shared culture and positive environment.

Support the implementation of the School Development Plan…