Assistant Headteacher (Student Development)

Apply by: Friday 20th May 2022

Interview: w/c 23rd May 2022

The Role

We are looking to appoint an experienced Assistant Headteacher from September 2022. The post holder will be responsible for the Curriculum across the school. 

As a member of SLT, the Assistant Headteacher will play an important role in the overall leadership and management of the school. In particular, you will work closely alongside the Headteacher to lead and develop an outstanding, inclusive, comprehensive curriculum that serves the students.

About us

Pioneer Secondary Academy is a smaller than average secondary school with a calm atmosphere and and high ambitions for its students who are:

“confident, articulate young people who think carefully about their role in the world and display positive behaviour and attitudes.”

This is an exciting time to become part of a school being launched under new leadership and governance and planning for a dynamic successful future. We are now seeking to appoint an individual who shares our passion for learning and our determination to change lives through the education we provide.

We place great passion on staff well-being and development, at all levels with an extensive programme of professional development, offering a whole range of opportunities for colleagues to develop their potential within and beyond Pioneer.

Our aim is to provide a knowledge rich education underpinned by our core values whilst preparing the next generation for an evolving digital world. If you are a driven and dedicated practitioner who is eager to grow and learn, by building effective relationships and instilling in students a love of learning, then we want to hear from you.

You will be well-supported by a strong team of professionals who always go the ‘extra mile’ for our young people.

The successful candidate will hold whole school responsibility for: 

● Leadership Development of students: development of student ambassadors across wider elements of the school.  

● Safeguarding Lead: working with Deputy Headteacher and pastoral leaders to ensure that a consistent policy is applied by all staff. 

● Transition days: planning and coordination of incoming Year 6 pupils and supporting the development of Year 5 and Year 6 taster days 

● PSHCE: strategic lead on the personal development policy, ensuring it fits in line with the Sikh Faith School and British values. 

● Student voice: planning and reporting of student council views, ensuring student voice is heard and acted upon, where appropriate.  

● Enrichment: creating an enrichment timetable that provides students with unique opportunities for all. 

● Super learning days: support the Deputy with creating valuable learning experiences for students across all stages to aid the development of pupils, whilst promoting Sikh Faith School and British Values.

● Charities and Enterprise: creating opportunities for all students to give back to the community. 

● Educational visits coordinator: development of a clear, easy to follow policy that supports the planning and coordination of all school trips. 

● Raising Standard Leader: raising attainment for students, monitoring the progress and attainment of pupils. 

● Teaching and Learning Coaching: support the development of Teaching and Learning throughout the school.

● Policies related to role and responsibility.

Please refer to the Job description via our schools website for more information.

Applying for the job

Further information and an application form can be found on our school website at www.pioneersecondaryacademy.com  

For more information or to arrange a visit to the school (strongly encouraged), please contact hr@khalsasecondaryacademy.com

Applications will be shortlisted and interviewed at the earliest opportunity. Early applications for this post are recommended.

Pioneer Secondary Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS record check.