Assistant Headteacher - Teaching and Learning

Dartmoor Multi Academy Trust; Okehampton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Assistant Headteacher role at Dartmoor Multi Academy Trust supports the Headteacher and leadership team to drive excellence in teaching, learning and pupil outcomes across the school. You will be a visible leader, modelling outstanding practice and coaching colleagues to develop their practice and ensure every child receives the very best education.

We seek a leader who is approachable, resilient and reflective, able to inspire others through actions and commitment to excellence.

Job description

As Assistant Headteacher, you will work closely with the Headteacher and wider leadership team to drive excellence in teaching, learning and pupil outcomes across the school. You will be a highly visible presence, leading by example through outstanding classroom practice, supporting colleagues through coaching and professional development, and helping to ensure that every child receives the very best education. We are looking for someone who shares our unwavering belief that all children can succeed, regardless of their starting points or barriers to learning. The successful candidate will have a strong track record of improving outcomes for pupils, supporting colleagues to develop their practice, and contributing positively to whole-school improvement. This role offers the opportunity to:

• Influence and shape strategic school improvement priorities.
• Lead and develop excellent teaching and learning.
• Support and coach colleagues to achieve their full professional potential.
• Champion high expectations, inclusion and achievement for all pupils.
• Work collaboratively with staff, families, governors, the Trust and external partners.
• Help nurture a culture where children and adults thrive.

We are seeking a leader who is approachable, resilient and reflective, with the ability to inspire others through their actions, credibility and commitment to excellence. In return, we offer a supportive and ambitious team, high-quality professional development and the opportunity to make a lasting difference to the lives of our children and community.

This post would be particularly suitable for an experienced middle leader, phase leader or aspiring senior leader who is ready to take the next step in their leadership journey while remaining firmly committed to making the greatest difference for children every day.

'This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020). This means that certain convictions and cautions are considered 'protected' and do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974.'

The Privacy Notice sets our general principles in relation to Data Protection and the General Data Protection Regulations. You should also abide all Trust policies relating to the use of data including but not limited to:

• Acceptable Use Policy
• Records Retention Policy
• Personal Data Breach Procedure
• Employee Code of Conduct
• E-safety Policy
• Social Media Policy
• Use of Personal Devices Policy

You should note that a duty of confidentiality applies to all personal data seen prior to the first day of employment (for example, pupil lists for the purposes of lesson planning or other activities to support teaching and learning). This reflects the custom and practice of those contracts of employment starting on the first day of term while recognising the need to be aware of and plan to support pupil needs.

Dartmoor Multi Academy Trust is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds to apply.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role.

All schools in The Dartmoor Multi Academy Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

The successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure Barring Service (DBS).

Dartmoor Multi Academy Trust is proud to be an inclusive employer that champions equality, diversity and respect.

We are committed to creating a working environment where everyone feels safe, valued and empowered to succeed.

We have a zero-tolerance approach to sexual harassment and any form of inappropriate conduct and expect all members of our community to uphold these standards.