Head of Academy (ATA1)
Ash Trees Academy
Billingham
- Expired
- Salary:
- Leadership L16 – L20
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 12 May 2016
Job overview
The Ascent Academies’ Trust is a vibrant and forward thinking Multi Academy Trust comprising five special academies, all of which are based in the North East of England. The Executive Team shares a strong, strategic view of all academies in the Trust and works in partnership to share best practice and improve outcomes for all students.
The Board of Trustees are looking to appoint an excellent, experienced leader to support the rapid developments in our academies. The successful candidate will be experienced practitioner in the field of special education, possess a sound understanding of SEND legislation and have the ability to engage and motivate others towards a clear vision. The successful applicant will have strategic responsibility for improvements within the academy including the statutory head teacher role. They will have oversight of pupil progress, attainment and interventions across the full age and ability range, including those who are disadvantaged. Additionally the Head of Academy will make a major contribution to strategic developments across the Trust. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a dynamic, positive and ambitious leadership team.
For an informal discussion about these posts please contact Paul Makin, Chief Executive on Tel: 0191 5536050
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people with Special Needs and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore will be subject to a DBS check from the Disclosure and Barring Service.
An application form and further details of the role can be found on our website www.ascenttrust.org/#job-vacancies
Completed applications should be returned to Louise Johnson, The Ascent Academies’ Trust, Portland Academy, Weymouth Road, Sunderland, SR3 2NQ or by email to ljohnson@ascenttrust.org.
Closing Date: Friday 13th May at 12 noon
Interviews: w/c 23rd May
The Ascent Academies’ Trust Ash Trees Academy
Bowes Road
Billingham
TS23 2BU
Tel: (01642) 563712
Executive Head Teacher: Yvonne Limb
About Ash Trees Academy
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