Job Description
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About the role:
Chipping Ongar Primary School are looking to appoint a forward-thinking fixed term Deputy Headteacher to support the School on a fixed-term basis. The successful candidate should have considerable teaching experience in Primary education. We want a collaborator, who not only will work closely with our team, but who has a genuine desire to work openly and collectively. Applicants should possess excellent communication and organisational skills, be able to use their own initiative and manage their own workload and be able to prioritise high volumes of work.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Senior Teacher to progress on their leadership journey and gain experience in a Deputy Role.
Work Schedule:
Full time, Fixed term (2nd June 2025 - 1st June 2026)
How to Apply:
To apply for the role, please complete the application form, demonstrating how your skills and experience match the criteria in the Job Description and Person Specification and return directly to Chipping Ongar Primary School.
Application guidance notes are also available to assist you with completing your application.
Informal enquiries regarding the role can be made to the school office via email to admin@chippingongar.essex.sch.uk
Closing Date: Sunday 23rd February 2025, at Midnight
Interview Date: Friday 28th February 2025
Further details are available from t: 01277363789 e: admin@chippingongar.essex.sch.uk
w: chippingongar.essex.sch.uk
Information about the School
Chipping Ongar Primary School is a Primary School serving the needs of approximately 200 children between the ages of 4 and 11 years. In a caring and well-ordered environment all children will achieve their own potential: academically, spiritually, emotionally, physically and aesthetically.
Chipping Ongar Primary School is part of the Bridge Academy Trust: a collegiate and collaborative Trust, where, first and foremost, each school is a place of (high quality) learning, where young people ENJOY, ENRICH, ACHIEVE, ASPIRE. The core purpose is to provide high quality continuity of every child’s journey through education from 3 to 19, with a community and school-led school improvement approach and long-term sustainable strategy.
This Trust 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 subject to an enhanced DBS check, medical clearance and satisfactory references. Bridge Academy Trust welcomes applications from those of all backgrounds, faiths and ethnic groups.