Head of Academy

City of Peterborough Academy; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An inclusive secondary school in the UK is seeking a Head of Academy to manage day-to-day operations and ensure high educational standards. The ideal candidate will demonstrate effective leadership and have a record of improving educational outcomes. You will be part of a passionate team, committed to supporting every student's journey. The role offers a comprehensive benefits package, including professional development and public sector pension schemes.

Benefits

Generous benefits package

Free digital wellbeing support

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Professional development opportunities

Public sector pension schemes

Discount on eye tests & spectacles

Family friendly policies

Free parking on all sites

Qualifications

• Successful record of sustained educational improvement.
• Ability to advocate for students with additional educational needs.
• Experience in developing a high-quality curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Manage the academy day-to-day.
• Ensure overall educational provision supports high standards.
• Lead a passionate team focused on student journeys.

Skills

Effective leadership

Building positive relationships

Developing high quality teaching

Ensuring high standards of achievement

Resilience and dynamism

Job description

We are looking for a Head of Academy to lead our team here at City of Peterborough Academy!

The successful candidate will manage the academy day-to-day, having responsibility for the development of outstanding teaching and learning so that the overall educational provision is high quality and supports all children to learn effectively and achieve high standards.

About us

City of Peterborough Academy is a diverse and inclusive secondary school dedicated to supporting every student’s journey. As Head of Academy, you will be part of a passionate team focused on creating a safe, respectful, and aspirational environment for all.

Are you a leader who is?

• an effective leader, with a successful record of sustained educational improvement
• able to build positive relationships with staff, parents and pupils
• an effective developer of high quality teaching and the curriculum
• able to ensure high standards of achievement for all pupils, and be the advocate of those with additional educational needs, liaising with appropriate agencies
• resilient, dynamic and keen to lead by example

In return we have multiple benefits for our talented and highly valued people

Alongside nationally agreed terms and conditions, we offer a generous benefits package. Here's a selection of what's on offer to our people in recognition of the huge difference they make to our children, their families and the communities we serve.

• A comprehensive package of benefits via our benefits marketplace
• A free digital wellbeing companion for all colleagues
• A free, 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme - confidential & compassionate support when you need it
• Train & qualify as a Mental Health First Aider. We aim to have a qualified Mental Health First Aider in each academy
• Supporting your professional development through CPD, Apprenticeships, Upskilling and Professional Review
• Generous public sector pension schemes for everyone
• Eye tests & Spectacles Discount
• Family friendly policies and time off for dependants
• Access to savings in childcare costs
• Automatic pay progression
• Free parking on all sites
• Principles on workload & directed time for teaching staff
• Professional Supervision for Academy Leaders

Visits to the academy, or telephone calls with our Executive Principal, Matthew Van Lier are warmly welcomed. Please email him via [e-mail], with your contact number and he will reach out to you to arrange this, or answer any questions you may have,

If this post attracts sufficient interest before the closing date, we may decide to close and interview this vacancy at an earlier date, so an early application is advised.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment. All posts will be subject to receipt of satisfactory enhanced DBS disclosure, medical and reference checks. All pre-employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education".

The Trust welcomes applications from all, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, age or sexual orientation.

All applicants must be able to provide evidence of their Right to Work in the UK prior to commencement of employment. As part of our need to comply with UK immigration rules, you will be required to provide Home Office stipulated documentation prior to interview.