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Principal

The de Ferrers Academy, Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, DE13 0LL

This job expired on 19 April 2023 – see similar jobs

• Start date details

  September 2023 or sooner

• Closing date

  19 April 2023 at 9am

• Date listed

  24 March 2023

Job details

• Job role:
  • Headteacher
  • Deputy headteacher
  • Assistant headteacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
• Working pattern: Full time: Full-time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: L35 - L41

What skills and experience we're looking for

Be the shape of things to come while shaping our students’ futures.

At The de Ferrers Academy, we’re passionate about making a difference in our young people's lives by ensuring they have the very best educational experiences. Now’s your chance to make your mark on our thriving academy by joining us as Principal.

You may be an existing Principal or Acting Principal looking for your next leadership challenge – what we’re looking for is an exceptional individual to provide professional leadership as you work with usto enhance and develop our positive learning environment for our young people.

In this varied role, your responsibilities will include implementing and improving academy systems, policies and procedures, as well as maintaining a positive ethos within the academy. In consultation with the Chief Executive Officer and Academy Leadership Team, you will review the Academy Development Plan to identify targets for pupil improvement and increasing teachers’ effectiveness. Leading and inspiring staff, you will promote an environment of high expectations and ensure equality of access and inclusion across the entire curriculum.

With substantial leadership experience and a teaching qualification, you will be able to demonstrate an impressive record of success, as well as tenacity and initiative. Your innovative approach to education and track record of managing change will be matched by your ability to forge positive relationships with all stakeholders.

To be a success, you will be aligned with our vision, mission and values and seek to ensure the continued success of our academy. With a perfect blend of emotional intelligence, determination and empathy, you will support and motivate students, driving forward standards to ensure that no young person is left behind.

What the school offers its staff

We are the largest academy in Staffordshire, comprising 2,400 students across three separate geographically close campuses, and the first school of the de Ferrers Trust. Based in Staffordshire and Derbyshire, the Trust has the core aim of ensuring children reach their potential regardless of their background.

As part of the de Ferrers Trust, you will have access to exceptional, tailored CPD opportunities and join a warm, supportive community. You will also enjoy excellent benefits, including an employee assistance programme, BHSF healthcare scheme, discounted gym membership and a cycle-to-work scheme amongst other fantastic perks.

Further details about the role

If you share our vision and want to be part of shaping our students’ lives, we urge you to apply today.

We encourage you to visit our school to see what makes us so special. If you’d like to arrange a visit or an informal discussion about the role, please contact Paula Swain, Trust Head of Human Resources on 01283 372608.

Commitment to safeguarding

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and this position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK.

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Additional documents

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Principal (Secondary) JDPS.pdf - 1.14 MB (opens in new tab)

About The de Ferrers Academy

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary
• School size: 2467 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: The de Ferrers Academy website
• Email address: careers@deferrerstrust.com
• Phone number: 01283 372608
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/the-de-ferrers-academy

Following on from 10 years as a specialist Technology College, de Ferrers became an Academy in January 2011. It has grown into a large, split-site, co-educational institution catering for the full range of students from ages 11 to 18. In 2015, de Ferrers became the first school of Affinity Learning Partnership (a Multi Academy Trust).

Excellent funding has allowed the Academy to enhance resources and equipment and widely promote the use of new technologies. There are digital projectors and flat-screen TVs in all curriculum areas, with over 500 computers and laptops across all sites.

From October 2012, the Academy became the first school in Staffordshire to provide all sixth form students with access to a personal one-to-one iPad for use in lessons and at home. Currently, all students in Years 9 to 13 (Trent and Sixth Form Campuses) have their own iPad, as well as all teaching staff and most support staff.

At The de Ferrers Academy, we believe in working hard, being kind and choosing wisely. We are privileged to work in a community where we have a positive impact on children’s lives and futures every day.

Arranging a visit to The de Ferrers Academy

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email careers@deferrerstrust.com.

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