Assistant Headteacher

A fabulous opportunity has arisen to appoint an existing or aspiring senior leader to be our Assistant Headteacher at Danesfield Middle School. Their work will directly correlate with that of the senior leadership team, strategically coordinating roles to meet the school priorities and aims. The direct responsibility of the post will be discussed and structured based on the experience and expertise of the applicant. You will be joining a dynamic and supportive team who are individually and collectively passionate about the learning and progress of our students and who provide an excellent source of support and inspiration.

The Successful Candidate must:

·        Promote a culture of encouragement, support and challenge in which each child can achieve and outstrip the highest possible educational standards, realising their full potential

·        Ensure the Quality of Education and pastoral provision, (dependent on experience and expertise of applicant), offer at the school bridges and supports the middle years journey effectively using up to date research and evidence to inform choice sand decisions.

·        Work with other leaders and staff in the development of cultural capital and ensuring equity in access for all pupils is at the forefront to all T&L planning, (The Universal Offer)

·        Analyse and interpret relevant data at national, local and school level

·        Use this data alongside internal quality assurance methods to plan effective interventions and CPD for staff to improve the achievement, experience and outcomes for the pupils

·        Establish effective systems for assessment, including diagnostic approaches with intervention strategies

·        Inform the Senior Leadership Team and governing body about the effectiveness of provision for pupils regularly

·        Use financial and resource management innovatively and effectively; Identifying resources needed to meet the needs of pupils and advise the head teacher of priorities for expenditure

The ability to teach any of the following subjects will also be advantageous;

-Humanities

- Science

- Computing

- PE

We can offer a comprehensive induction and targeted CPD as well as a number of opportunities to deliver across a wide range of subject areas moving forward, as well as opportunities to work into the wider trust.

You are warmly encouraged to get in

touch prior to application to discuss the position. David McGrath,

Headteacher, is available to have an informal discussion with interested

applicants about the role. Please contact Kellie Willis by email on

kwillis791@beaconedu.uk to arrange a discussion or to visit the school

Please submit your completed application form and covering letter via TES by 12:00pm 6th October 2022– please note that we do not accept CVs. Interviews date TBC.

This position will be offered to the successful candidate subject to references and obtaining the necessary clearances. 

Beacon Education adheres to Safer Recruitment procedures and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share our commitment. A criminal disclosure check will be requested for any applicant who is offered a position.