Principal Group 4 Primary School 3-11

Principal Group 4 Primary School 3-11; NOR 695
“Enriching the lives of our children.”

The Crescent Academy is a warm and friendly school and places its nurturing ethos at the core of its daily life. It is a school where achievement is high, due to the skill, hard work and professionalism of all of its employees. It is a school that adults and children are proud of.

Due to the retirement of both its Executive Principal and Principal, the Trustees are looking to appoint a highly experienced, innovative and visionary school leader who can build upon the many strengths of this very large, urban primary academy. Crescent is a stand-alone academy.

The new Principal will work alongside the governing body, leadership teams and staff, to develop and deliver a strategy for a prosperous future for the children, their parents and all staff.

Person Specification:

This role would suit a forward-thinking and dynamic school leader who has a successful track record in school leadership and is looking to develop their practice in a collaborative and supportive environment. The successful candidate will lead the strategic development of the school and will be an outstanding role model for all.

Experience and Qualifications:

• NPQH is desirable
• Substantial school leadership experience
• A deep understanding of working in a high Pupil Premium school

We are looking for an excellent role model who can:

• Develop and apply their vision for The Crescent Academy, through collaboration and with sensitivity.
• Continue to develop a sustainable programme of leadership development.
• Determine, implement and monitor the quality of teaching and learning across the academy.
• Maintain a healthy budget balance whilst ensuring the efficient and effective deployment of high quality professionals and resources.
• Empower the whole academy family to achieve success
  In return, you will:
• Lead a highly respected and valued primary academy
• Be joining a strong, collaborative and dynamic family of professionals
• Work in a school with high aspirations for all of its pupils and staff
• Be provided with excellent support from the Governing Body
• Receive a Teachers Pension and a highly competitive salary, negotiable according to experience and evidence based track record
  Process and timescale

Closing date for applications: Friday 26th October 2018
Interview Dates: 4th and 5th December

Visit days: 8th, 9th, 15th, 16th and 18th October
Long Listing: 5th November
Preparation for written task:  6th-16th November
Presentation of proposal to Governors: 26th or 27th November
Short Listing: 27th November

Application forms can be found on our school website.  To arrange a school visit on one of the above days please contact the Principals’ PA, Rebecca Thorneycroft, on 01782 318145 or rthorneycroft@thecrescentacademy.org.uk.

Please email your completed application to Rebecca Thorneycroft at rthorneycroft@thecrescentacademy.org.uk.

Visit us at www.thecrescentacademy.com