Head of School
Lightcliffe Academy
Calderdale
- £76,141 - £83,971 per year
- Expired
- Salary:
- Leadership
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- January 2023
- Apply by:
- 3 October 2022
Job overview
Lightcliffe Academy is a school on the up. Our most recent Ofsted inspection in spring this year confirms the progress we have made and we are committed to sustaining this momentum – to embed and build on what we have achieved so far. Our new Head of School will play the central leadership role in achieving this – working with a talented and committed staff team and with full support from Abbey Multi Academy Trust.
There are a number of reasons why this is a great opportunity to take the next step in your career. You’ll have the autonomy you need to make decisions on what will work best in the school. But you’ll also have the full support and guidance of an Executive Principal who works across the Trust’s three secondary schools. That makes this an ideal opportunity for an aspiring Deputy Head or Vice Principal. Trust leaders have a very clear sense of the school’s strengths, progress and areas for development and the proven school improvement methodologies to support the Head of School in moving things forward. A programme of improvements to the school’s facilities and environment is already in place to create a fantastic learning environment where students and teachers can thrive.
It’s an opportunity that will suit a highly conscientious school leader, who wants to work with and through others to achieve the best outcomes for their students. You’ll need to be diligent and meticulous in your approach – consistency of standards and methodologies are at the core of the school’s improvement plan. You’ll ensure that all members of the team understand the contribution that they can make to the school’s success and that they have the professional support and challenge they need to excel in what they do.
We expect that you’ll be able to demonstrate how you have contributed to a school’s improvement journey in your career. Most importantly, you will be motivated to achieve the best for our students, and to lead a happy and successful school, where expectations are high and staff and pupils are supported and encouraged to achieve their best.
Visit www.headforlightcliffe.co.uk to find out more or contact David Gooda or Raymond Kelly at Navigate NDC on 01625 800862 for a confidential discussion.
About Lightcliffe Academy
- Lightcliffe Academy
- Stoney Lane, Lightcliffe, Halifax
- West Yorkshire
- HX3 8TL
- United Kingdom
Lightcliffe Academy is a mixed, mainstream, non-denominational school located in Halifax, West Yorkshire. The school has a sixth form and admits students aged 11-16. Currently 1,100 students attend the school.
The Lightcliffe Academy is part of the Abbey Multi Academy Trust, which was established in 2014. The trust strives to cultivate schools that excel individually and strengthen the partnership by sharing best practice.
Paul Cooper, Head of School - Lightcliffe Academy
Values and vision
Lightcliffe Academy aims to develop the whole child by focusing on the values of Respect, Endeavour, Dignity Service and Aspiration. High standards of teaching and relevant challenges reflect its commitment to cultivating students who work hard and can take responsibility.
The caring nature of the school helps to instil self-confidence and empower students to work together and grow together.
The Academy has a dedicated and talented team who are committed to achieving the best for our students. We are working hard to unlock the potential in Lightcliffe Academy as well as further developing our capacity through the appointment of new members of staff.
Joining us at this exciting time presents a career defining opportunity. We have begun our improvement journey that will take us to “good”, which will be an incredibly rewarding experience for everyone at Lightcliffe. All staff will benefit from opportunities to work closely with other partners in the Abbey Multi Academy Trust and, most importantly, our students will flourish.
If you are seeking a truly distinctive role within a unique environment, please come and visit us and see what Lightcliffe Academy and Abbey MAT have to offer.
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