"Strong leadership is the foundation of a school's success."
- Have you previously served in a leadership role in a secondary school?
- Do you have experience in leading curriculum development, managing innovation, and change?
- Are you committed to fostering a safe and inclusive school culture for students and staff?
If it's a Yes to these questions, then you might want to know more about this role, keep reading!
Randstad Education is collaborating with Brittons Academy in Rainham, part of the Empower Learning Academy Trust and is excited to announce the opening of a permanent position for a vice principal to start as soon as possible.
We are seeking a motivated and experienced Vice Principal who can inspire their family of schools to provide opportunities for their pupils, staff, and leaders to be the best they can be; to create a passion for lifelong learning; to enable their pupils to become confident, kind, and impactful world citizens.
As a Vice Principal, you will take a central role in the Senior Leadership Team, supporting the Principal and Governing Body to develop their school in accordance with its shared values and their school development plan. You will lead the academy's strategy for ensuring excellent attendance and engagement, which lays strong foundations for academic success. You will oversee the further growth of the academy's personal development curriculum.
SCHOOL OVERVIEW
Their goal is to raise students' hopes and give them the chance to reach their full potential. Everyone is encouraged to succeed and is given help.
They focus on quick improvement to make sure that all students acquire the abilities and qualities necessary for success throughout their lives. They firmly believe that any learner can succeed.
This school, which is located in the centre of the neighbourhood and offers a high level of education to everyone, was recently rated "Good" by Ofsted. Their ambitious goals and high standards serve as the foundation for their dynamic, compassionate, and inventive learning environment. Their ethical goal is to improve each student's life chances while they are enrolled in the Academy.
IDEAL CANDIDATE WE ARE LOOKING FOR NEEDS TO HAVE:
- Relevant Teaching qualifications and experience for this level of role
- The ability to lead, model and manage positive behaviour, good order and assertive discipline
- The ability to manage school information and data for recording, monitoring, evaluation, and reporting
- Experience in leading curriculum development and managing innovation and change
- Exceptional interpersonal skills, evidence of continuing professional development, and evidence of leading whole school initiatives
- Consistently demonstrate the skills of an excellent teacher, the ability to interest, encourage, and engage students and staff.
- A proven track record of recent and successful class teaching in an 11-16 school.
- Good understanding of current theory and practice of best practices in teaching and learning
- Extensive knowledge of the National Curriculum
- An understanding of equality of opportunity issues and how they can be addressed in schools
- The ability to work within the framework of national and whole school policies to ensure consistency of practice
ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES OF A VICE PRINCIPAL:
- Is aware of and understands the Trust's Vision, Mission and Values
- To fulfil all of the responsibilities and duties required by the Academy's policies on Curriculum, Learning and Teaching and to monitor, review
- Carrying out relevant strategic planning within the cycle and of agreed school procedures, and monitoring, evaluation and reporting planning outcomes
- Managing relevant resources, including designated budgets efficiently and effectively in accordance with the financial regulations of the school.
- Work alongside the Principal, staff and governors in the development, implementation and review of school improvement plans.
- Promote and deliver a high-quality, exciting and engaging curriculum which focuses on wellbeing, progress and achievement for all children.
- To assist and support the Headteacher with staff recruitment
- Contribute to the professional development of Middle Leaders and the monitoring of effectiveness through the Appraisal process
- To oversee the induction and support of new staff and trainees within the relevant areas
- Promoting and safeguarding the welfare of pupils, students and staff.
- To contribute to staff appraisal in accordance with the Academy's policy
BENEFITS WORKING AT THIS SCHOOL:
- High quality professional development
- Supportive and friendly colleagues
- Flexible working opportunities
- Best salary in the market
- Staff assistance programme including virtual GP appointments, counselling service, legal services
- Access to the Teacher Pension Scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Career progression opportunities
- Free On-site parking space with easy access to local transport
- Free meals / snacks
- Dedicated team to support you throughout
- Being part of a passionate team
- Additional accredited training/CPD - Commitment to your continuing professional development through free training including adverse childhood experiences.
Desired:
DBS on the update service and reference checks. Randstad is committed to the safety of young children; therefore all roles will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. If your DBS is not on the update service we can assist you in getting a new one.
Apply today to have a successful career in Education with the support from Randstad and the brilliant schools we work with. We are able to provide you with a network of opportunities in the local schools and access to CPD events.
Apply Now and get started with this great opportunity!
Interviews start soon so hurry and send your CV to us today!!
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