Principal
Great Yarmouth Primary Academy, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, NR30 3DTThis job expired on 17 September 2021 – see similar jobs
Job start date
1 January 2022
Closing date
17 September 2021 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
13 September 2021
Job details
Job role
- Headteacher
- Deputy headteacher
- Assistant headteacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- Leadership Scale 21-24
Principal job summary
Principal - Great Yarmouth Primary Academy
Salary: Leadership Scale 21-24
Permanent, full time
Starting: January 2022
About us
The Inspiration Trust is at an exciting point in its development. We have invested significantly in our long-term curriculum and teacher development. We teach powerful knowledge so that our children can understand, access and influence our society. We invest in our teachers and leaders as they are the people that can make a difference to our young people’s lives. We are also passionate about inclusion.
The school
Great Yarmouth Primary Academy received a ‘good’ rating in Summer 2021 with ‘outstanding’ leadership. The current principal has received a promotion, becoming Director of Education at the Inspiration Trust. The school is now looking for an exceptional and ambitious school leader to continue the journey and provide strong direction for the already outstanding team.
Great Yarmouth Primary Academy serves one of the most deprived communities in the country. Its work is vital to the life chances of the children that attend. The school provides exceptional support for both children and families in the community.
We are committed to offering excellent professional learning opportunities for our staff. At Great Yarmouth Primary Academy we use a 'Multiple Teacher Model', reducing class sizes and increasing the size of teaching teams in each phase. It is standard for our two-form entry school to have three teachers assigned to each year group. If you would like to join us on our journey in ensuring every child has the best start in education, we would be delighted to hear from you.
The role
The successful candidate will be passionate about creating a truly exceptional school that is characterised by high standards of teaching in every classroom; positive personal development for all students; and high quality enrichment that broadens the school experience.
We are looking for someone who enjoys visible leadership, who can quickly and effectively build strong relationships with children, families and staff alike. Stakeholder relationships will also be key.
The successful candidate will be a confident strategic leader, with a track record of achieving excellent outcomes for pupils. They will be committed to changing lives and supporting the best life chances for all young people.
Salary and benefits
The salary for this role is L21-24.
Benefits include:
- Extensive CPD opportunities, including dedicated principal’s induction programme
- A network of leaders and subject specialists with a wealth of expertise
- Opportunities for leadership progression and personal development
- Teachers’ Pension scheme
- Access to employee benefits hub including cycle to work, and discounts at a range of retailers
Next steps
Closing date for applications is: Midday on Friday 17th September 2021
Interview date: Wednesday 22nd September and Thursday 23rd September
If you’d like an informal conversation prior to applying with the Primary Director, Alison Hughes, please contact: alisonhughes@inspirationtrust.org
To apply, please click the button on this page and complete the online application form.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
All staff appointments are subject to satisfactory references, health checks and enhanced DBS checks. We are an equal opportunities employer.
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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If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Great Yarmouth Primary Academy
- School type
- Academy, ages 2 to 11
- Education phase
- View all Primaryjobs
- School size
- 433 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 2 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
- Email address
- recruitment@inspirationtrust.org
Great Yarmouth Primary Academy is a 4-11 primary school, serving this busy and diverse Norfolk coastal community. We encourage our pupils to think big and aim for the highest results and greatest success at school and beyond.
We are part of the Inspiration Trust, a close-knit family of schools in East Anglia, and work closely with our sister primary and secondary schools in the town.
Arranging a visit to Great Yarmouth Primary Academy
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@inspirationtrust.org.
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