The Governing Body at Wrenbury Primary School are pleased to invite you to consider this wonderful opportunity to become our next Deputy Head Teacher.

Wrenbury Primary School and Little Wrens Nursery is at the heart of our rural community. ‘We all matter” is central to the culture across the whole school as children are fostered to embrace their true identities and be proud of their achievements. The school continues to be GOOD (Ofsted Jan 2023), acknowledging the strong emphasis on pupils’ personal development and highlighting how they are exceptionally well cared for. 

The Wrenbury team have developed an inspirational curriculum which supports each child to aspire and achieve their best. All partners work together to ensure our pupils understand how they learn and to communicate this effectively to others. Everyone is committed to nurturing happy, healthy, and hopeful children prepared for tomorrow. 

The school is a Group 2 school with 125 pupils on roll.

The role, which will start on 1^st January 2025 is a permanent full-time post. The salary range will be L1 (£47,185) - L3 (£49,574), to be confirmed on appointment. 

We are hoping that the next Deputy Head Teacher at Wrenbury Primary School will:

• take on this important role with passion and commitment to ensure the pupils, families and staff feel that they are in safe hands.
• use their vision and experience to strive for excellence and build upon the school’s solid foundations.
• work collaboratively with all partners to provide our amazing pupils with the positive early school experience that they deserve.
• have a track record of achievement which demonstrates positive impact and improved outcomes for pupils.
• demonstrate excellent leadership, organisation and communication skills.
• be able to think strategically, ensuring sound governance and effective management of the budget.
• value and develop all staff.
• protect and safeguard members of the school community.
• Promote an emotionally balanced approach to ensure children feel confident and resilient in their learning and interactions with each other.

In return, our Governing Body aim to provide:

• a positive working environment, supported by committed staff and enthusiastic pupils.
• a valuable opportunity to be a key part of the Nantwich Education Partnership and to gain support from neighbouring primary and secondary schools.
• regular supervision and support to ensure your well-being is prioritised.
• a culture that values and nurtures leadership and professional growth.

Key Dates :

Completed applications to be submitted by Midday on Friday 13^th September 2024

School Visits: 10^th September at 4.30pm and 11^th September at 10.00am
Please email admin@wrenbury.cheshire.sch.uk to book 

Shortlisting Meeting: Wednesday 18^th September 2024

Activity / Interview Date: Wednesday 9^th October 2024

Application forms should be downloaded from this website and returned to Wrenbury Primary School, Nantwich Road, Nantwich, Cheshire, CW5 8EN or by email to admin@wrenbury.cheshire.sch.uk by Midday on Friday 13^th September 2024.

If you have any queries during term-time, please contact the school on 01270 260656 or email admin@wrenbury.cheshire.sch.uk.

If you have any queries during the school holidays, please contact Maria Wilson (Clerk to Governors) at maria.wilson@cheshireeast.gov.uk.

You may provide a supporting letter with your application; this should not exceed two sides of A4 paper, font size 12. Please do not restate the factual details already included elsewhere on the application form.

The successful applicant will be subject to the conditions of employment for Head Teachers contained in the current School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions document 2024 and other current education and employment legislation.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers, and external agencies to share this commitment.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the successful applicant will require an enhanced DBS check. As the post will involve regulated activity with children, it is a criminal offence to apply for this post if you are included on the children’s barred list held by the DBS. Other safer recruitment checks including an on-line check for shortlisted candidates will be undertaken.

Keeping Children Safe in Education Part 3 Safer Recruitment 2023: 

To comply with a change to Keeping Children Safe in Education September 2022: 

An online check will be undertaken if you are selected for interview at the Shortlisting stage

Please refer to the KCSiE 2023 document if you require clarification of this procedure