Assistant Principal
The Ferrers School
Northamptonshire
- £54,091 - £59,581 per year
- Quick apply
- Expired
- Salary:
- L11 - L15
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2021
- Apply by:
- 18 May 2021
Job overview
We are seeking to appoint to the role of Assistant Principal, a purposeful, forward thinking leader who is caring, collaborative and good-humoured. The successful candidate will have a proven track-record of raising standards and be able to demonstrate the impact of their current leadership role on school improvement.
We are looking for an enthusiastic individual who has a genuine commitment to continual improvement and who understands the role that the curriculum has on the achievement of students of all abilities. Teamwork and communication are critical to the role: working closely with SLT; leading middle leaders, teaching and support staff on areas of focus; working with parents, outside agencies and the community. Experience of leading a STEM subject would be advantageous.
As a teacher, we expect our Senior Leaders to be ambassadors for their subject and model excellent lessons that challenge, inspire and motivate our learners to be the very best they can be. Senior Leaders work collaboratively, not only within The Ferrers School, but across our Trust and The East Northamptonshire College, the name of our 6th Form collaboration.
At this pivotal point, we are seeking a leader who is not only openly positive, energetic and deeply committed to supporting our improvement drive, but someone who is prepared to go that extra mile to contribute to our continued whole school improvement. Training and support will be provided to the right candidate to strengthen their skillset.
The Ferrers School is part of the successful Cambridge Meridian Academies Trust, a group of primary, secondary and special schools. Many of the schools in the trust are growing and there is a need to develop capacity, expertise and excellence in our staff body. We are currently working very closely with our colleagues in the Sharnbrook Academy Federation and as a school we look forward to playing a key role in the development of CMAT’s free school due to open in Weldon, Corby in 2022 or 3.
The Ferrers, like CMAT, is also driven by our ability to adapt to the changing educational landscape led by determined staff who bring our community alive with their enthusiastic personalities, unshakeable work ethic and their commitment to delivering exceptional learning experiences for our children. What makes The Ferrers School, and the Trust different is that we know how to nurture and bring out the very best in our talented staff.
What we can offer you:
• a philosophy of 100% achievement and inclusion
• a commitment to extending the boundaries of learning enabling all young people to become well- rounded individuals
• a purposeful and caring learning environment, where every individual is known, valued and supported
• motivated and engaged students, and ambitious, dedicated and professional staff
How to apply
Should you wish to join us, please complete the application form and submit a supporting statement which should be no longer than two sides of A4 and return to mail@theferrers.org. We would highly recommend a visit to the school.
Please contact Alison Davies to make an appointment on 01933 313411.
Closing date for applications is Tuesday 18th May at 9.00am
Interview date: Thursday 20th and Friday 21st May 2021
Attached documents
About The Ferrers School
- The Ferrers School
- Queensway, Higham Ferrers, Rushden
- Northamptonshire
- NN10 8LF
- United Kingdom
The Ferrers School is a mainstream secondary academy for children aged 11-18. It is situated in Higham Ferrers, Northamptonshire, and there are just under 1,000 pupils on its roll.
We care passionately about our staff, their well-being and their professional development and this is reflected in the fact that we are an enthusiastic team, committed to working collaboratively and sharing the very best practice. We are seeking ambitious candidates who are keen to develop further and, as such, are committed to providing excellent CPD for the development of staff. We are striving for the very best for our students and we are focussed on and passionate about learning.
This is an exciting time to be joining the the school. We have secured improving outcomes over the last 3 years which were validated in our recent Ofsted report (July 2021) where The Ferrers School was found to be Good in all areas. These five areas are: ‘The Quality of Education’, ‘Behaviour and Attitudes’, ‘Personal Development’, ‘Leadership and Management’, and ‘Sixth Form Provision’.
Principal
Angela Smith
The Ferrers School is part of the Meridian Trust, a successful multi-academy trust founded on its commitment to people and communities.
Our proven approach over more than a decade has elevated us to a respected and admired academy trust, a national leader in education and a source of great pride to the communities we serve. The Trust currently operates 28 schools across Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Peterborough, Lincolnshire and Northamptonshire and has forged strong links within all these communities. We are committed to high quality professional development and career opportunities for all staff. To find out more about the Trust, please visit: www.meridiantrust.co.uk
Values and vision
The Ferrers School motto is “Aspire, Achieve, Acclaim” and it is on these three values that its ethos is based. The school strives to instil the highest aspirations in each individual pupil and to help them gain confidence in themselves and their abilities. Teachers believe that all children can achieve their very best with the help and guidance of the school. Pupils are encourage to celebrate their achievements and those of their peers.
The secondary school hopes to send its pupils into the world as well-rounded individuals who are aspirational and high-achieving. The Ferrers School places value on learning, respect, punctuality, aspiration, celebration and success.
Why teach at The Ferrers School?
The Ferrers School offers you:
We care passionately about our staff, their well-being and their professional development and this is reflected in the fact that we are an enthusiastic team, committed to working collaboratively and sharing the very best practice.
We can offer you:
· a dedicated Senior Leadership Team who want to see their staff progress and flourish in their career
· a post with the potential for future progression both within this role and the wider trust. Support from the wider trust including numerous CPD opportunities.
· A full induction programme alongside weekly training sessions and staff meetings to ensure effective communication.
· a successful teaching school within the CMAT trust and with a strong track record of staff development
· Employee Assistance Programme to help support you in everyday life as well as career decisions
· a strong team environment that takes staff well-being seriously
· ample on-site car parking.
Ofsted report
“Leaders have high expectations and ambitions for the school and have created an environment where students achieve well. The school’s focus on students’ spiritual, moral, social and cultural development is good and students are being well prepared for their futures and for life in modern Britain. Students behave well. They are smartly dressed and look after the school’s buildings and grounds. Attendance is above average.”
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