Primary Principal

We are ready for the next step on our journey.  Are you ready to take us there?

We are looking for a Principal to lead the primary arm of our Year R-13 academy through the next exciting stage of its development to become a system leader in terms of educational outcomes, values-driven leadership and our enriching curriculum offer both inside and outside of the classroom.

Bobby Moore Academy is a thriving and welcoming school community that provides exceptional all-through primary and secondary education for 4-18 year olds, with outstanding cultural and sporting facilities.

Our modern and spacious Primary and Secondary sites are next to the London Stadium in the beautiful Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park.  Since the school was founded in 2017, we have set ambitious academic standards, backed up by exciting enrichment opportunities, whilst nurturing and caring for the well-being of every child.  At capacity, our two sites will accommodate over 1500 pupils, including a sixth form who will access a dedicated study centre.  We currently have over 700 pupils on roll across Reception, Year 1, Year 2 and Years 7-10 in the Secondary phase.  The academy will grow year on year to reach full capacity in 2025.

We are a school with a huge heart, enormous ambition for our staff, pupils and wider community and we understand the importance of excellent teacher and leader development.  We encourage applicants to satisfy themselves that they are aligned with our Trust-wide approach to evidence informed practice, teacher-led instruction, warm:strict behaviour and culture and a knowledge-rich curriculum, as these are the cornerstones of our approach and are integral to our educational philosophy.

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The successful candidate will be an experienced Principal/Headteacher or Deputy/Assistant Headteacher who is looking for their next step, one which will afford them huge development (including NPQH) and a chance to further shape and develop our Primary Trust strategy in this region.

For further details, please review the accompanying Job Description/Person Specification.

If you would like to discuss this opportunity further, or to arrange a visit, please contact Sandra Appleby, Senior Primary Regional Director via e-mail: sappleby@greenfields-pri.co.uk.

Salary & Benefits

• L15-L20 Inner London (£67,556-£75,345pa) 

• Access to Teachers’ Pension Scheme

• CPD including Senior Leader and Knowledge Development Courses

• Regional networks of Trust colleagues and access to key leaders in Education

• Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including dedicated Employee Assistance Programme

• Rewards and Recognition Scheme

• Cycle to Work Scheme

The David Ross Education Trust (DRET) aim is to be the country’s top-performing Multi-Academy Trust (MAT).  Recognised as a nationwide system leader, the Trust runs 34 schools between London and Yorkshire, ranging from small rural primaries to much larger secondary schools in urban areas, as well as a special school which caters for pupils aged 2-19 who have a diverse range of special educational needs.

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To complete our on-line application form, including your personal statement of how you meet our criteria, please follow the link to our website.

An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants.

The David Ross Education Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff. 

It is our objective to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential. We do not discriminate against any applicants on the basis of any protected characteristics.

The David Ross Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo vetting appropriate to the post, including the Enhanced DBS check. The successful applicant will be expected to adhere to all safeguarding, welfare and health and safety policies and procedures of the Trust.