Assistant Principal

Post Ref:                1043

Academy:                Alder Tree Primary Academy

Job Title:                   Assistant Principal 

Grade:                      Leadership 5 – 9 (£46,566 - £51,402)

Accountable to:      Principal

The holder of this post is expected to carry out the professional duties of an Assistant Principal and play a major role under the overall direction of the Principal. The holder will work with the Senior Leadership Team on the strategic management of identified areas, with a particular focus on further strengthening the positive climate for learning to ensure the growth and success of the Academy. 

Role and Responsibilities: 

• To lead by example, working in partnership with the staff team to safeguard our young people at all times 

• To assist the Principal in the daily running of the school as required

• To lead assigned areas of the school development plan

• To take a lead role in ensuring there are high standards around the Academy at all times

• To assist in developing and maintaining a broad and balanced curriculum that will equip the pupils with skills for life and enable them to achieve to their highest potential

• To take a leading role in the monitoring of the curriculum, assessment and pupil progress data

• To ensure that any data relevant to responsibilities is checked for accuracy and carefully analysed before actions are put in place, and that all actions are carefully monitored to evaluate the impact

• To support the Academy with all key events, including Open Evenings

• To respond to parental queries and complaints as directed by the Principal

• To line manage staff at the discretion of the Principal

• To challenge underperformance within your area, and to take a role in supporting underperforming staff, as required by the Principal

• To report to the Principal and Local Accountability Board on areas of responsibility as required.

Closing Date: Thursday 10th February 2022 at 5pm

Shortlisting:    Friday 11th February 2022

Interview Date:   Wednesday 16th February 2022

Start Date: Tuesday 19th April 2022  

To apply, please complete the application form and return to recruitment@whiteroseacademies.org by the closing date. Please note we are unable to accept CV’s.

White Rose Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its students and expects all staff and volunteers to share the commitment. 

Appointments will be subject to Safer Recruitment Procedures and an enhanced DBS check. 

Please note this role will involve contact with children and you will be engaging in regulated activity. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

We promote diversity and want a workforce which reflects the population of Leeds.  

Applications are welcome from all, irrespective of sex, sexuality, race, religion, marital status, age or disability.

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