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Teaching Vacancies; Brixham; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Leadership coaching

Staff wellbeing

Trust-wide leadership development

Job summary

Thinking Schools Academy Trust seeks a highly ambitious Senior Leader to join the Senior Leadership Team and drive whole‑school impact at a pivotal point in our journey. You will lead a major area of responsibility, shaped by your strengths, and work with the Principal and Trust leaders to influence strategy and develop leadership capacity.

You will contribute to the wider success of our Trust, champion inclusion, and strive for exceptional outcomes for every child while living and working on

Qualifications

• Strong track record of improving outcomes for pupils.
• Exceptional classroom practitioner with credibility among colleagues.
• Ability to inspire, challenge and develop others through coaching and support.
• Highest expectations of behaviour, attendance and achievement.
• Excellent emotional intelligence and relationship-building skills.
• Commitment to inclusion and securing success for every child.
• Thrives in a fast-moving, ambitious environment.
• Values trust, autonomy and high accountability.
• Prefers action over bureaucracy and is driven by impact.
• Leads meaningful change and innovation, not just maintaining the status quo.
• Believes every child deserves an exceptional education and life chances improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead a significant whole‑school area of responsibility aligned to interests and expertise.
• Collaborate with the Principal and Trust leadership to influence strategy.
• Develop leadership capacity across the school and contribute to Trust-wide success.
• Shape whole‑school strategy and improvement through decisive leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Strategic thinking

School improvement

Job description

An Exceptional Opportunity for an Exceptional Leader

We are seeking a highly ambitious and talented leader to join our Senior Leadership Team at a pivotal point in our journey. As we continue to strengthen outcomes, culture and opportunities for every child, we are looking for a leader who wants to make a significant whole‑school impact and help shape what comes next. We are looking for someone with the credibility, ambition and expertise to make a significant whole‑school contribution.

The Opportunity

As a Senior Leader in our team, you will be a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, contributing strategically to the vision, culture and future success of the school. You will lead a significant whole‑school area of responsibility, that can be mapped around your interests and expertise.

Working closely with the Principal and wider Trust leadership team, you will have the opportunity to influence strategy, develop leadership capacity across the school and contribute to the wider success of our Trust.

We are seeking a leader who:

• Has a strong track record of improving outcomes for pupils
• Is an exceptional classroom practitioner with credibility among colleagues
• Can inspire, challenge and develop others through coaching and support
• Holds the highest expectations of behaviour, attendance and achievement
• Demonstrates excellent emotional intelligence and relationship‑building skills
• Is committed to inclusion and securing success for every child
• Thrives in a fast‑moving, ambitious environment
• Values trust, professional autonomy and a culture of high accountability
• Prefers action over bureaucracy and is driven by impact
• Can lead meaningful change and innovation rather than simply maintain the status quo
• Believes that every child deserves an exceptional education and every decision should improve the life chances of young people

Why Join Us?

• A senior leadership role tailored around your strengths and aspirations.
• Leadership Scale L14-L18, with flexibility for an exceptional candidate.
• Opportunities for progression towards Deputy Headship and Headship.
• Direct access to Trust-wide leadership development and coaching.
• A collaborative and highly supportive Senior Leadership Team.
• The opportunity to shape whole‑school strategy and improvement.
• A school where leaders are trusted to lead.
• The chance to live and work on the beautiful South Devon coast.

What We Offer

We know that exceptional schools are built by exceptional people. As part of our team, you will benefit from:

• A vibrant and values‑driven school community
• Talented, dedicated and supportive colleagues
• Trust-wide professional learning and leadership development
• Bespoke coaching and mentoring
• Opportunities for career progression across a successful Trust
• A culture that prioritises staff wellbeing and professional growth
• The chance to make a lasting difference to the lives of young people

Living Our Values. Transforming Life Chances.

At the heart of everything we do is a simple belief: every child deserves the opportunity to thrive. We are driven by the Thinking Schools Academy Trust values of Child First, Aspire, Challenge and Achieve, and we expect our leaders to do more than understand these values. We expect them to bring them to life every day.

As a member of our Senior Leadership Team, you will place children at the centre of decision‑making, inspire excellence in others, embrace challenge as a catalyst for growth and relentlessly pursue the very best outcomes for every pupil. Through your leadership, you will help shape a culture where ambition is encouraged, potential is realised and life chances are transformed.

What the school offers its staff

What our Trust will offer you:

• Career Development: We are committed to supporting your professional growth and offer a wide range of opportunities for career advancement. From staff development days and conferences to apprenticeships, we provide clear pathways for progression and promotional opportunities across our regions.
• Health and Wellbeing Support: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, wellbeing support, preferential access to Benenden Health, free flu vaccinations and eye care vouchers.
• Employee Recognition: Referral Scheme, Long Service Awards and the TSTARS Recognition Programme.
• TSAT Benefits Portal: A one‑stop shop benefits hub that gives you access to a range of exclusive benefits including cashback from supermarkets and high street retailers, dental insurance scheme, Cycle to Work scheme and discounted gym membership.
• Blue Light Card: Offering exclusive discounts and savings at thousands of retailers, restaurants, and attractions.

Commitment to safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check. As per KCSIE we will also undertake online searches for all shortlisted candidates, if you have any questions regarding this process please email [e-mail]