Deputy Headteacher

Alder Grove Church of England Primary School, established in September 2020, has quickly become a highly sought-after school within the local and wider community. We are seeking to appoint a Deputy Headteacher to play a central role in supporting the Headteacher, Leadership Team and Governing Body as we continue to develop our school in alignment with our shared Vision and Values. We are looking for an inspiring leader with a passion for advancing teaching and learning, who will be a key part of our school’s unique journey as we continue to grow each year and beyond.

Alder Grove is a school within The Keys Academy Trust which is a primary specialist MAT committed to providing the very best educational experiences for our pupils and staff, so that our schools are recognised as centres of academic and pastoral excellence at the heart of the communities they serve. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with colleagues across our family of schools as part of the Trust’s CPD programme and networking opportunities. 

• Do you want to work in a forward thinking and aspirational multi-academy trust that places learning at the heart of everything it does?
• Are you looking for a unique role that will be central to the development and growth of a new school, helping to build upon the vision and values as it continues to grow? 
• Do you have the ambition and determination to secure positive outcomes for our young people?
   

The successful candidate will: 

• Be an outstanding leader who motivates and inspires our growing school community
• Deliver innovative and creative whole school impact
• Be committed to developing a knowledge-led curriculum
• Have high expectations for standards of achievement and behaviour 
• Be able to work collaboratively and independently
• Be an excellent communicator committed to working in partnership with staff, parents and governors
• Promote our Christian ethos, vision and values
• Be a strong and supportive team player

We warmly invite candidates to book an appointment to see the school with a member of the Senior Leadership Team. Please contact the school office to arrange this - recruitment@aldergrove.wokingham.sch.uk. An application pack is available on the school website www.aldergrove.wokingham.sch.uk or by contacting the school.

Applications will be reviewed on receipt
Interviews: December 2024 – TBC with applicants upon successful shortlisting process 
 

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service enhanced criminal records check. No agencies please