Assistant Headteacher – Curriculum & Teaching

Teaching Vacancies; Halstead; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational trust in Halstead is inviting applications for an ambitious Assistant Headteacher. The role involves leading curricular strategies to enhance student outcomes and supporting dedicated teaching staff. The ideal candidate will excel in fostering a culture of high expectations and continuous improvement in a collaborative environment. Strong organizational skills and a passion for student welfare are essential. Interested candidates should apply via the Academy's website or contact Mrs Downes for more information.

Benefits

High-quality continuous professional development

Supportive working environment

Opportunity to make a significant impact

Qualifications

• Ambitious and highly motivated educator.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting student welfare.

Responsibilities

• Lead Key Stage 3 curriculum development and assessment.
• Implement strategies for reading and oracy.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to improve school performance.

Skills

Inspirational teaching

Organizational skills

Proven track record of student progress

Curriculum development

Assessment management

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

The Trust is looking to appoint an ambitious and highly motivated Assistant Headteacher and invites applications from professionals with vision and drive to inspire and lead on the strategic development of aspects of the curriculum and teaching in the school.

We are looking to appoint an exceptional candidate to be responsible for the implementation of key strategies and policies to secure continued school improvement. We are looking for someone who puts students first, proactively focuses on the development, sharing and monitoring of best practice to help across the school.

The ideal candidate will be an excellent, inspiring class teacher with a proven track record of strong student progress, and with a passion to make a difference for all our students. The role involves working closely with the newly appointed Deputy Headteacher and Head of School to lead and be accountable for key aspects identified in the job description such as (but not exhaustive).

• Key Stage 3 lead (assessment, curriculum, teaching and learning, homework, parents’ evenings & events)
• Foundational knowledge (reading, spelling, handwriting, maths)
• Reading strategy lead
• Oracy strategy lead

The successful candidate will be a key point of contact for all staff, families and relevant stakeholders, and organisational skills are key. They will be actively encouraged and supported to engage with high quality CPD as part of this role.

An application can be downloaded from the Academy’s website www.ramseyacademy.com. Completed application forms should be returned to Mrs Downes [e-mail]

What the school offers its staff

Visits to the school are encouraged and can be arranged by contacting Mrs Downes. If you would like to informally discuss this opportunity, please feel free to contact Mr Mallard, Deputy Headteacher or Mr Appleford, Head of School via Mrs Downes, to arrange this.

Bridge Academy Trust may close this advert early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

Commitment to safeguarding

This 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 successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, medical clearance and satisfactory references. Bridge Academy Trust welcomes applications from those of all backgrounds, faiths and ethnic groups.