Assistant Headteacher - Blackpool Gateway Academy

Fylde Coast Academy Trust (FCAT); Blackpool; On-site; GBP 53,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Blackpool seeks an Assistant Headteacher to join their vibrant team. The role involves driving educational excellence and fostering a nurturing environment for children aged 3-11. The successful candidate will work closely with the community and parents to ensure exceptional care and education, preparing students to become responsible citizens.

Benefits

Ongoing CPD including Developing and Implementing an Outward Mindset

Automatic annual pay progression for all teachers

25% discount for FCAT in-house Breakfast and After School Club provisions

Membership of the Teachers’ Pension Scheme (TPS) with employer contributions of 23.68%

Modern school building with excellent facilities

24/7 access to free health support via Smartclinic

Cycle to work scheme

Free annual flu vaccine

Blackpool Council travel discount

Free eye tests

Responsibilities

• Drive educational excellence with a trauma-informed approach.
• Foster collaboration with parents, governors, and the community.
• Develop independence, resilience, and respect in students.

Job description

Assistant Headteacher - Blackpool Gateway Academy

Academy: Blackpool Gateway Academy

Contract: Permanent, Full time

Salary: Teachers Leadership Pay Scale, L4-L8, (currently £53,602 to £59,167 per annum)

Closing date for applications: 9am, Monday 19th May 2025

Join Team FCAT

Fylde Coast Academy Trust (FCAT) was established in 2012. Our trust aims to ensure first class learning opportunities for all young people across the Fylde Coast and Lancashire. The trust has grown to include 10 academies with primary, secondary, and all-through schools, as well as Central Services and a School Improvement team. Our values of excellence, integrity, and resilience guide us to be the best we can be. Learners are at the heart of what we do, and their outcomes and successes drive us.

As a Multi-Academy Trust, we work in partnership with local educational institutions to foster collaboration and knowledge sharing, which is critical to our culture of continuous improvement. More information about the trust can be found at www.fcat.org.uk.

About Blackpool Gateway Academy

Welcome to Blackpool Gateway Academy, a vibrant school located in the Bloomfield Ward of Blackpool, near Blackpool Football Club and Seasider’s Way. We are a two-form entry school in Key Stage Two, transitioning to one-form in Key Stage One, serving over 300 pupils aged 3-11, supported by a comprehensive nursery.

Our school prides itself on educational excellence, driven by a trauma-informed approach that helps every child thrive. Our recent Ofsted inspection in May 2022 rated us 'Good in all areas'.

We work closely with parents, governors, and the community to provide exceptional care and education, fostering a nurturing environment where children are encouraged to enjoy learning, be ambitious, and show mutual respect. Our goal is to develop independence, resilience, and respect, preparing children to become responsible citizens.

Why choose FCAT?

• Ongoing CPD including New - Developing and Implementing an Outward Mindset
• Automatic annual pay progression for all teachers
• New - 25% discount for FCAT in-house Breakfast and After School Club provisions
• Membership of the Teachers’ Pension Scheme (TPS) with employer contributions of 23.68%
• Modern school building with excellent facilities
• 24/7 access to free health support via Smartclinic
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free annual flu vaccine
• Blackpool Council travel discount
• Free eye tests
• Commitment to our Team FCAT Work and Wellbeing Charter

How to apply

Visit our website to complete the online application and equal opportunities forms.

Closing time and date for applications: 9am, Monday 19th May 2025.

Interview and assessment: Wednesday 21st May 2025.

For questions or to arrange a visit, contact Pam Parr at [e-mail].

The Fylde Coast Academy Trust is committed to equality and safeguarding. All staff are selected following procedures that comply with Keeping Children Safe in Education, including online searches and DBS checks after offer.