Assistant Principal
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Job start date
6 September 2021
Closing date
22 February 2021 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
27 January 2021
Job details
Job role
- Headteacher
- Deputy headteacher
- Assistant headteacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- Leadership Scale L8-L12 (£50,151- £55,338)
Additional allowances
Cycle Scheme
Specsavers Scheme
Assistant Principal job summary
We are looking to strengthen our Senior Leadership Team with the appointment of an Assistant Principal. Whether you are a talented and proven leader or looking to take the next step in your career, we would like to hear from you.
We are seeking a dynamic candidate who:
has a desire and passion to make a real difference to the lives and life-chances of our children
is hardworking, dedicated and not afraid of a challenge
is an outstanding teacher with a proven track record of teaching at the highest levels
is a highly effective leader who will lead by example developing excellence in others through coaching and mentoring and leading of a Key Stage
proven track record of leading on a core subject
has clear vision, energy and commitment to all aspects of school life
We can offer you:
Enthusiastic, friendly, well-mannered children who are eager to learn
A chance to share your ideas and knowledge through the development of your leadership voice
The opportunity to work in strategic partnership with an outstanding Senior Leadership Team and colleagues from across The Gorse Academies Trust
Access to exceptional professional development opportunities, delivered by colleagues from across the trust, including at Executive Principal level
Access to our leadership program which encourages and supports leadership aspirations
The opportunity to work in one of only 20 accredited World Class Primary Schools in England
A fun, collaborative and inclusive work environment
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
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About Hillcrest Academy
- School type
- Academy, ages 3 to 11
- Education phase
- View all Primaryjobs
- School size
- 459 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
- School website
- Hillcrest Academy website (opens in new tab)
- Email address
- recruitment@hillcrest.leeds.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 0113 262 4080
Location: Leeds, United Kingdom
Type: Mainstream School
Phase: Primary
Funding status: State - Academy
Gender: Mixed
Age range: 3 - 11 years
Principal: Sam Done
Hillcrest Academy is a larger-than-average primary school located in Leeds, West Yorkshire. The school provides places for around 400 pupils aged 3-11. Hillcrest Academy is part of the GORSE Academies Trust, which is responsible for the running of around eight schools in the local area, at both primary and secondary level.
Hillcrest takes great pride in its extremely diverse catchment area, with a high proportion of pupils from ethnic minority backgrounds and a similarly high proportion of pupils who speak English as an additional language.
Values and vision:
Hillcrest Academy seeks to ensure that every pupil receives a high-quality education regardless of background. To this end, the school highly values its investment in extra-curricular activities and an interesting and relatable curriculum. Parents are encouraged to play a large role in their child’s education, in order to foster a sense of community and responsibility.
With such a diverse intake of pupils, tolerance and diversity are of paramount importance to the primary school, and pupils are encouraged to have respect for different faiths and belief systems.
Ofsted report;
“Pupils leave Hillcrest Academy reaching standards from very low starting points that are close to those achieved by other pupils nationally. They are very well prepared for the next stage of their education. Every lesson counts at Hillcrest Academy. Teachers are relentless in supporting every pupil to reach their full potential.
Arranging a visit to Hillcrest Academy
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@hillcrest.leeds.sch.uk.
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