Deputy Headteacher

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Please complete the attached application form or contact the school for further details.

Please note employment is with Circle Trust and not Bracknell Forest Council

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant must be willing to undergo screening appropriate to the post. This will include an enhanced DBS check.

Application form
Please complete The Circle Trust application form. This is the only form that will be accepted. You should ensure that your personal statement is no more than two pages of A4 and that it reflects your
suitability in terms of the Person Specification

References
We require two references from all candidates, one of which must be from your most recent employer. If any references relate to employment at a school/college, your referee must be the Headteacher/Principal. If you are short-listed, the school will contact your referees without further reference to you.

Equal opportunities monitoring form
We are committed to recruiting, retaining and developing a workforce that reflects at all grades the diverse communities that we serve. It is vital that we monitor and analyse diversity information so that we can ensure that our HR processes are fair and transparent.
Any information provided on this form will be treated as strictly confidential, will not be seen by staff directly involved in the appointment and no information will be published or used in any way which allows any individual to be identified.
The completion of this equal opportunities monitoring form is entirely voluntary. However, it will assist us in carrying out this monitoring. We would therefore be grateful if you would complete the questions on this form.
Prior to shortlisting this information will be removed from your application form and used only to provide data for statistical purposes.

Offer of employment
We will make a verbal offer of employment to the successful candidate by telephone. This will be followed up by a written offer which will be emailed or posted. Any offer is made subject to satisfactory references, enhanced DBS clearance and other safeguarding checks as required

Checks
If you attend an interview, you will be required to bring photographic identification, proof of the right to work in the UK and proof of qualifications

Are you a passionate educator ready to take the next step in your leadership journey? We’re seeking a dynamic and inspiring Deputy Headteacher to join our inclusive school—where children flourish, staff are valued, and the pursuit of excellence is at the heart of everything we do.

This is an exciting time to join Owlsmoor Primary School. We have recently joined a highly respected local Multi Academy Trust, The Circle Trust - offering new opportunities for collaboration, innovation, and professional growth. If you're ready to help shape the next phase of our journey, this is your chance to make a real impact

Why join us?:
• A nurturing, close-knit school community where staff wellbeing is a priority
• A calm, respectful environment where pupils are polite and engaged
• Strong relationships between staff, pupils, and families
• A Headteacher who ensures manageable workloads and high staff morale
• A culture of continuous improvement and professional development
• Exceptional mentoring and tailored leadership coaching
• Opportunities to collaborate

As Deputy Headteacher you will:
• Inspire, challenge, and empower staff and pupils alike
• Be a role model and lead by example with energy and ambition
• Build strong relationships with children, staff, parents, and stakeholders
• Champion high standards in teaching, learning, and assessment
• Deliver a rich, engaging curriculum that prepares children for a changing world
• Be an outstanding classroom practitioner with a passion for education

If you're ready to lead with purpose and be part of a forward-thinking team, we’d love to
hear from you.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and can be arranged between 8th-18th September 2025

Please contact Mel Knight – The Circle Trust Operations Manager - mknight@thecircletrust.co.uk tel. 0118 338 1961

Applications can be made via the application form on our school website or attached

Interview date: 23rd September 2025