Principal Designate of North Star Alternative Learning Provision
North Star Academy Trust, Bristol, BS11 0QAThis job expired on 30 January 2023
Job start date
1 May 2023
Closing date
30 January 2023 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
17 January 2023
Job details
Job role
- Headteacher
- Deputy headteacher
- Assistant headteacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4
Subjects
- Art and design, English, ICT, Mathematics, Physical education, Science
Working pattern
- Full time: 1265 hours per annum pus additional hours as the job requires.
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- £64,225 - £74,283
What skills and experience we're looking for
Now the Trust is expanding, we are looking for a dynamic leader who has a clear vision for the future and who has the ability to put that vision into practice. You will be well organised, a good communicator and have the ability to motivate a team to create an inspirational and caring learning environment. You will have a good understanding of the SEN Code of Practice and relevant government legislation relating to Alternative Learning Provision.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced senior leader who has a proven track record in:
- working with children with Social Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs
- experience of working in mainstream education
- setting up a new learning provision
- leading and developing staff
- embedding policies, procedures and new ways of working
- providing opportunities for children who are not engaging with learning in mainstream school.
- supporting children with successful re-integration into mainstream school
What the school offers its staff
We can offer you the chance to make a difference to children’s lives and provide them with opportunities to grow into responsible adults. You will become part of a close and supportive management team who have a wealth of experience working with children in SEMH who are working towards creating a centre of excellence in the Southwest of England.
Further details about the role
North Star was born out of a drive to do something different for those who need more
Formed by the desire to shape futures, North Star emerged
We remain where others may part
Equipping young minds to join with their communities
Forging together the path ahead, traveling alongside
Our team can bring dreams to fruition. Join us and thrive.
This role will play a key part in realising this vision.
North Star Alternative Learning provision is a new school which is currently being built in the north of Bristol. The school has easy access to the M4 and M5 and is due to open in October 2023. The successful applicant will project manage the opening of the new school, recruit experienced staff, develop robust systems and procedures and shape the culture of the new school. The start date is 1 May 2023 but we would consider a later start for the right candidate.
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 North Star Academy Trust
- Type
- Multi-academy trust
- Email address
- finance@northstar-academy.co.uk
Arranging a visit to North Star Academy Trust
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email finance@northstar-academy.co.uk.
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