Assistant Headteacher – In Charge of Teaching and Learning

The Governors wish to seek and appoint an ambitious leader with the vision and expertise to work as part of the Senior Leadership Team to move RBA to ‘outstanding’ within the next five years. We are seeking a leader with energy, enthusiasm and character to enthuse staff and students through the next stages of the academy’s development. 

We have a genuine passion and excitement about how students learn and how teachers teach, led by evidence-based research. This is now an exciting opportunity for somebody to lead and shape the next stage of what happens in our classrooms, the most important area of school life.

Our vision for our school is to produce responsible young people of who we can all be proud of and who are prepared to make a contribution to their local, national and global communities. We always see ourselves as forward thinking and innovative and we want to be known for our dynamic teaching and learning. If you feel that you have the qualities to play a role in leading us forward, then we look forward to receiving your application!

Robert Barclay Academy is a 11-18 mixed comprehensive with an expanding roll. Staff are committed to providing a stimulating curriculum for all students as well as an engaging programme of extracurricular activities. RBA offers excellent support and a professional development programme for all staff. 

The Scholars’ Education Trust is fully committed to the principles of equal opportunity, diversity and inclusion. We want to attract and retain the very best staff in all areas of the trust, ensuring our staff body reflects the diversity of our students and local community.

We would be delighted to show you around our school. Please contact Karen Buckle, PA to the Headteacher, to arrange an appointment: 01992 410800. A full application pack is attached. 

To apply, please click the quick apply button to complete our online application form. Further details and an application form are also available from HR by email: hr@scholarseducationtrust.co.uk or by calling the HR team om: 01727 734424. 

Closing date: 9.00am on Tuesday, 4th May 2021.

Interview dates: Monday, 10th & Tuesday, 11th May 2021.

Scholars’ Education Trust is an equal opportunities employer. The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.