Associate Assistant Principal – Science (FTC)
Erdington Academy
Birmingham
- Expired
- Salary:
- LPS L10-L14 (£52,723 - £58,135)
- Job type:
- Full Time, Fixed Term
- Start date:
- As soon as possible
- Apply by:
- 3 October 2022
Job overview
Associate Assistant Principal – Science
Fixed Term Contract until Easter 2023
This is a unique opportunity for a talented, driven and inspirational teacher and leader to join the wider Leadership team at Erdington Academy and to lead on the important subjects of Science.
The individual needs to be committed to continuous school improvement and have the ability to influence change to make a real difference to our students both in the classroom and at more strategic leadership level.
The successful candidate will be a teacher or leader of Science who is looking to enhance their experiences in preparation for headship who:
• Is an outstanding teacher and / or leader of Science who will also lead our team of Science teachers.
• Has excellent knowledge and understanding of relevant Science specifications and curricula.
• Is committed to setting high expectations and standards for all.
• Is unrelentingly ambitious for the academy, its staff and students.
• Has the ability to lead, manage and inspire both students and staff.
• Can manage long-term objectives whilst dealing effectively with fast moving day to day priorities.
• Has vision, enthusiasm and works effectively within a team as a leader.
In return we will offer you:
• The opportunity to be part of a highly effective and supportive wider leadership team who are fully committed to our students and the academy improvement journey.
• The opportunity to shape the improvement journey of an academy with over 1000 wonderful students.
• A modern, spacious and attractive building with state-of-the-art equipment and fully resourced classrooms and workshops.
• Access to support and guidance from other subject leaders across the MAT and form subject expertise within the Academy SLT.
• Bespoke Continual Professional Development (in the academy and online via the National College).
• Perkbox benefits; a wide range of shopping deals, gym membership discounts and an Employee Assistance Programme with a 24/7 confidential helpline.
• A MAT wide focus on staff well-being.
The students of the Erdington community deserve the very best education, teaching and experiences and it is the firm belief of all that work in the Academy that every child, irrespective of background or need, must be given the opportunity to realise their dreams and aspirations in modern Britain. As an Associate Assistant Principal, you will be expected to live and breathe this vision and to inspire all those you come into contact with.
Fairfax Multi-Academy Trust is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will therefore be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) as well as providing evidence of qualifications.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020). This means that certain convictions and cautions are considered ‘protected’ and do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of[1]offenders-act-1974
To apply, please complete the online application form.
To arrange a visit, please contact 0121 373 1080 or email Gillian McNab on email
Closing date: 9.00am 3 October 2022
Attached documents
About Erdington Academy
- Erdington Academy
- Kingsbury Road, Erdington, Birmingham
- West Midlands
- B24 8RE
- United Kingdom
Erdington Academy is an academy within the Fairfax Multi-Academy Trust (FMAT) and located near the centre of Birmingham. At Erdington Academy we are committed to the highest standards of presentation, behaviour and achievement. A calm, purposeful environment is the key to successful learning and achievement. Our mission is to Enrich Lives and Transform futures and this is at the heart of our curriculum.
The five core values of the Academy are:
Excellence – We strive for the highest quality to ensure excellent outcomes
Dedication – We believe there is dignity in hard work and effort
Ambition – We want the very best for our students
Integrity – We believe in openness and transparency
Tradition – We believe in old fashioned manners, courtesy and respect
Traditional values are encouraged so that students model respectful and courteous behaviour at all times. We want our students to be confident, responsible citizens who have an understanding of the world around them; we encourage them to make a positive contribution to the school and to their local communities to prepare them to excel in modern Britain. Why should a child's life chances be determined by their background? Demographics do not determine destiny.
Academic achievement is obviously vital so the students have the best chance of achieving their ambitions. The link with Fairfax School in Sutton Coldfield benefits all our students; in fact, any Year 11 student who achieves the required grades will gain entry into the Fairfax Sixth Form.
Extra-curricular activities are also a strength of the academy. As a Leisure Centre and sports hub of the Erdington area there are a variety of sports on offer including free activities for young people and families. Also the academy, is pleased to host a range of local clubs and societies.
The successful candidate will be driven by a deep-seated desire to make a real and lasting difference to the lives of children. They must be able to motivate, develop and inspire through their love of education and their demonstrable talent as a professional. If you have a proven track record of success, of generating momentum and of bringing about change, this role could be perfect for you.
We have a long track record of ‘growing our own’ and are committed to providing professional development opportunities for all staff. These include:
· Access to Nationally Recognised Professional Qualifications and other external programmes.
· Our in-house Leadership Pathways programme which offers bespoke training for staff at all levels of development.
The successful candidate will:
- raise outcomes
- be fully committed to social mobility and a holistic approach to education
- have the students’ best interests at the core of all their thoughts and actions
- have commitment, passion and determination that every student will reach his/her full potential
- maintain the school's inclusive approach to all students
- demonstrate the inspirational leadership and management skills necessary to guide the school community through a time of complex national change and continuing challenge
- continue to build the strong home school relationship and the wider links in the community.
You will be joining:
- an autonomous, caring, inclusive school with a supportive Governing Body
- motivated and courteous students who are proud of their school
- an experienced Senior Leadership Team with a track record of raising standards, supported by hardworking and dedicated staff.
The health and wellbeing of our staff are important to us. We firmly believe that healthy, happy staff make for a positive and productive workforce, a thriving and dynamic environment and engaged and achieving young people. Our approach to staff wellbeing continues to evolve as we look for ways to further enhance the working environment and wellbeing of our staff.
We look forward to receiving your application to join our family.
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