Assistant Head Teacher
Job Type : Permanent, Full Time
Salary : £43251 – £47735/annum Pro Rata
School House Recruitment Are working in partnership with TeesValley Education, who are seeking to recruit an Assistant Head Teacher.
We are seeking a candidate who is an outstanding teacher and leader to join Brambles Primary Academy. Candidates should be able to model excellent teaching and learning and be able to demonstrate a significant and proven impact on learning in a primary setting. The candidate will be an inspiring leader with a track record of improving standards, who will be committed to the academy values and the impact this can have on outcomes for every child within the classroom and beyond.
The Assistant Head Teacher will have incredibly high expectations and the ability, desire and determination to support the leadership team to continue to develop the academy. The successful candidate will play a large part in supporting the leadership of teaching, learning and continuous professional development across all areas of the academy. We are looking for someone with the ability to inspire those around them with excellent pedagogical and subject knowledge, team ethic and a commitment to the highest standards within a collaborative learning culture.
The role will carry with it a 0.5 teaching commitment. This presents a great chance to lead teaching and learning by example, having a substantial influence on both staff and children. It is a fantastic opportunity for not only aspiring new leaders who are ready to make the next step in their career but also those who are experienced leaders that have a passion for teaching and learning and have the skills to develop others.
The Assistant Head Teacher will:
* Be an outstanding classroom practitioner able to model excellent teaching and learning
* Be a collaborative and inspirational leader, with a strong ability to motivate and empower staff and children to ensure high expectations for attainment, progress and wider outcomes for all
* Have the ability to identify appropriate support and develop others
* Inspire a passion in others so as to support leaders at every level throughout the academy
* Be challenging, supportive and have the enthusiasm and courage to support the journey towards excellence
* Ensure all children access the best possible teaching and provision, that is appropriate to their needs, promotes high standards and fulfilment of potential
We can offer:
* the opportunity to join a supportive, successful and enthusiastic team, in an academy that was graded is Outstanding by Ofsted
* A committed senior leadership team that puts the child at the centre of school improvement
* The opportunity to contribute to shaping the future of teaching and learning
* A forward-thinking academy, which is committed to improvement through evidence-based research
* An excellent learning environment for children with a strong community ethos
* Hard working, committed and dedicated staff who strive to gain the best outcomes for all of our children
* Dedicated children who love coming to the academy and are encouraged to be the best they can be
* A passionate and high performing team of professionals across the trust to learn from and contribute to
This is a superb opportunity to develop and progress professionally, with a strong commitment to continued professional development for all staff, within an inclusive and supportive environment.
Tees Valley Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments will be subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check.
Applications are invited from prospective candidates who are able to demonstrate that they are able to meet the essential criteria set out in the person specification and who have the vision, values and tenacity to join an outstanding team and help continue the journey towards excellence.
Visits for discussion with the senior leadership team are strongly encouraged and can be arranged by appointment with the office on the following dates:
Monday 27th June at 1.00pm or 4.00pm
Wednesday 29th June 13th May at 1.00pm or 4.00pm
Thursday 30th June 13th May at 1.00pm or 4.00pm
Friday 1st July at 1.00pm or 3.30pm
Monday 4th July at 1.00pm or 4.00pm
Tuesday 5th July at 4.00pm
Wednesday 6th July at 4.00pm
If you cannot meet any of these dates please contact the academy and we will try our best to accommodate.
Application packs can be downloaded or printed directly from the Trust website or requested from the academy.
Only applications via the Trust’s official application form will be accepted. Please do not submit a CV as substitute for part or full application form, the information will not be accepted or considered.
If you are submitting your completed application form by e-mail – please be aware the academy cannot be responsible for any formatting anomalies when printing.
If you are unable to submit an electronic application form, hand written or electronic printed copies should be posted or hand delivered to the following address for the attention of:
Mr Darren Higgins Acting Head Teacher
Brambles Primary Academy
Kedward Avenue
Middlesbrough
TS3 9DB
If you have any queries about the application process or the position please feel free to contact Darren Higgins, Acting Head Teacher
Closing Date: Wednesday 6th July 2022 at 6.00pm
Shortlisting: Thursday 7th July 2022
Interviews: Thursday 14th July 2022
As part of the interview process, you will be asked to complete a short presentation (10 minutes maximum) and a teaching element which will be shared following shortlisting.
Shortlisting Process
After the closing date, short listing will be conducted by a panel, who will match your skills/experience against the criteria in the Person Specification. You will be selected for interview entirely on the contents of your application form, so please read the Job Description and Person Specification carefully before you complete your form.
Shortlisted candidates will receive:
· Letter confirming interview details.
· Details of original ID documentation is required to confirm candidates. Photocopies or certified copies are not accepted.
· Criminal Record Self-Declaration Form, which must be brought on the day of the interview in the sealed envelope provided.
References for successful Candidate/s
We may seek references for shortlisted candidate/s and we may also approach previous employers for information to verify particular experience or qualifications before the interview. Any relevant issues arising from references will be taken up post interview.
Interview process
In addition to candidates’ ability to perform the duties of the post, the interview will also explore issues relating to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, including:
· Motivation to work with children and young people
· Ability to form and maintain appropriate relationships and personal boundaries with children and young people
· Emotional resilience in working with challenging behaviours
· Attitudes to use of authority and maintaining discipline
Conditional Offer: Pre-Employment Checks
Any offer to a successful candidate will be conditional upon:
· Verification of right to work in the UK
· Receipt of at least two satisfactory references (if these have not already been received)
· Verification of identity checks and qualifications
· Satisfactory enhanced DBS check
· Verification of professional status such e.g. QTS Status, NPQH (where required)
· Satisfactory completion of a Health Assessment
· Satisfactory completion of the probationary period (where relevant)
· Where the successful candidate has worked or been resident overseas in the previous five years, such checks and confirmations as may be required in accordance with statutory guidance
