Deputy Head Teacher (Standards)
The Taunton Academy, Taunton, Somerset
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Job details
| Working pattern | Full-time only |
|---|---|
| Salary | Leadership range 17 to Leadership range 23 (£60,895 to £70,556). |
Job summary
To lead the rapid and sustained improvement of the academy through high quality leadership and communication skills and an up to date knowledge and understanding of educational theory and practice.
To have a relentless focus on raising standards in teaching and learning and provision so that all students make at least expected levels of progress with many making above expected levels of
progress.
To lead on curriculum development, assessment and reporting, tracking and monitoring of student progress and appropriate intervention to enable all learners to achieve beyond their potential.
Other, specific, according to strengths identified and determined at interview.
Please visit https://www.thetauntonacademy.com/about-us/vacancies/ to view the full job description and person specification.
Applying for the job
For more information about the Taunton Academy and to apply for this post, please visit our website www.thetauntonacademy.com. Completed applications should be submitted to Mrs Greenslade by emailing agreenslade@thetauntonacademy.com. Please note CVs will not be accepted.
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School overview
| School type | Academy, Church of England |
| Education phase | Secondary |
| School size | 733 pupils enrolled |
| Age range | 11 to 18 |
| Ofsted report | View Ofsted report |
| School website | The Taunton Academy website (opens in a new window) |
| Contact email | jeddy@thetauntonacademy.com |
About The Taunton Academy
The Taunton Academy, sponsored by the outstanding Richard Huish Trust, is an 11-16 academy in the north of Taunton. With modern, impressive facilities, the academy currently caters for approximately 830 students, with an increasing roll anticipated to see numbers rise to in the region of 1200 over the next few years. Taunton is Somerset’s county town and has easy access to the M5. Somerset is a lovely place to live with the stunning Somerset Levels, Quantock Hills and Blackdowns on your doorstep.
The academy is on a rapid improvement journey and has a strong staff team in place to ensure every child is enabled to fulfil their potential. We have excellent pastoral support and our students report that they feel very happy and safe at the school. We are proud of our students. The relationships between staff and students are strong. Community engagement is also an important feature; our last poll showed a very high degree of parental satisfaction.
If you want to work in an inspiring, fully inclusive environment with students who want to succeed and friendly, supportive staff, then we want to hear from you! You will join a passionate and dedicated team, praised for their strong leadership, and a Trust who is committed to providing professional development and opportunities for all colleagues.
Arranging a visit to The Taunton Academy
If you would like to discuss the role in more detail or to arrange a visit please email the Head teacher, Mr Eddy, jeddy@thetauntonacademy.com.
School location
Cheddon Road, Taunton, Somerset, TA2 7QP