Associate Principal

At Magna Academy, we have a team of dedicated people who are all working together to achieve our mission of preparing our students for success. Our academy is a vibrant and exciting place to work and was graded as outstanding in all areas by Ofsted in December 2018. We are proud that our outcomes and progress are strong across the academy.

The successful candidate:

We are looking to recruit an exceptional candidate to the role of Associate Principal as part of our team at Magna Academy. This will provide an exciting and challenging opportunity for an ambitious existing Vice Principal wishing to further develop their career, to build upon the existing track record of success within Magna Academy and make a real impact on further driving academy improvement.

You will have been a Vice Principal, or similar for at least 2 years.

We are looking for a highly motivated, outstanding leader with a strong presence, who is ambitious for students, their colleagues and the Academy. They will be an excellent teacher, who has a passionate belief in the ability for all to succeed. They will be a conscientious and enthusiastic team player who will be joining a vibrant and experienced senior leadership team.

You will have expertise in establishing and sustaining high-quality, expert teaching built on an evidence-informed understanding of effective teaching and how students learn. You will have an excellent understanding of the importance of a well-planned curriculum which sets out the knowledge, skills and values that will be taught. Experience in effective curricular leadership and developing subject leaders and teachers will be advantageous.

Magna Academy is committed to providing the best Technology Enhanced Learning, this role will provide an opportunity to lead the innovative use of digital tools and technologies during teaching and learning across the academy.

You will be capable, motivated and have the potential to move to Principalship.

What we offer:

●      Bespoke support and line management from an experienced Principal

●      Professional progression opportunities

●      Great students who conduct themselves impeccably

●      Strong systems and structures meaning students feel safe and secure

●      Measures to reduce staff workload such as centralised detentions and a sensible feedback policy focused on whole class feedback – we do not have onerous/impossible marking policies

●      A centralised homework system at KS3

●      No formal graded lesson observations – just ongoing ‘no-stakes’ feedback, helping you to continuously develop – we believe that trusting our staff with autonomy helps to develop a strong ‘develop and excel’ culture

●      Collaborative planning with centralised, shared units of work and resources

●      CPD starts as soon as you are appointed and is ongoing

●      State of the art facilities and a very pleasant location in beautiful Dorset

Please find attached the Job Description and Person Specification for more details.

Next steps:

Magna Academy Poole offers an excellent opportunity for an ambitious, talented individual looking to develop their career. We would be delighted to show you around our academy in order to fully appreciate our excellent learning environment.

How to Apply:

Please click on the “quick apply” button to submit an on-line application.

Closing date for applications: 9am 30th January 2023

Interviews: 6th to 10th February 2023

Learn more about Magna Academy at: www.magna-aspirations.org

About Aspirations:

Across our 16 Academies, Aspirations educate more than 9,000 pupils across the ages from 2 to 19 years, covering an area from West London to the Southwest of England. Operating since 2011, we have a consistent track record of improvement and success and offer excellent Continuous Professional Development (CPD) opportunities. We are determined that children receive an excellent education that prepares them for success in adult-life and are looking for people to join us who share our ideals.

We welcome applications from people with disabilities and guarantee an interview for those with a declared disability should they meet the minimum criteria for the job. The Equality Act 2010 defines disability as “any physical or mental impairment which has a substantial and long-term effect on his or her ability to carry out normal day-to-day activities”

Magna Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check before taking up the post.