Head Teacher of an Outstanding Special Academy Trust

The Ashley School Academy Trust

Ashley Downs, Lowestoft NR32 4EU

Head Teacher

L26-L32 - £76,141 – £88,187 + Non-Residential Heads Allowance £8,586 (which requires two nights sleep-in as Senior on Duty per week). Permanent, Full-time post from April 2023 (upon appointment the opportunity to start earlier will be discussed).

A unique opportunity to join an OUTSTANDING School. The Ashley School Academy Trust is a very successful day/residential school for pupils with complex and moderate learning difficulties (MLD) Keystages 2 to 4.

This is an amazing opportunity to lead on the continual school improvement of a successful school that provides a superb education for its community. You will play a critical role in leading the school on its continual journey of excellence. 

We are seeking a high-energy, exceptional leader who has the vision, drive, motivation and ambition to lead the whole school community in its mission to ensure every pupil receives an excellent education, in every classroom, every day.

You will be a strong and compelling communicator, with the ability to establish and develop a positive and purposeful organisational culture. You will be committed to the highest standards of education, with a clear understanding of excellence. You will have the experience, expertise and commitment to take the school forward and secure high performance across all aspects of provision, including our Residential Provision - Residence was judged to be ‘outstanding’ in January 2022.

The successful candidate will be a driven and inspirational leader with a proven track record of whole-school improvement.  

The position would suit either an existing Head Teacher looking for their next challenge, or a very experienced school leader looking for progression into their first headship.

The Ashley School Academy Trust was judged to be ‘outstanding’ in November 2017 and this headship presents an exciting opportunity to further the continual cycle of school improvement and meet the ever-diverse special educational needs and disabilities of our pupils.

The school is located in Lowestoft and is an active participant in the Suffolk Special Schools network.

The Ashley School Academy Trust is a member of a national network of schools through Challenge Partners, giving school leaders the opportunity to learn from practice across the national network. The Ashley School Academy Trust is a member of SSAT.

The Trust is committed to continual improvement to make sure that every pupil has an excellent education, in every classroom every day. Our pupils are given the support, care and opportunities they need to flourish.

The Trust supports all our staff, teachers and leaders to be able to do their best work, every day and offers continual professional development opportunities to all staff equally. 

For further information, a visit to the school or a discussion, please contact Donna Petty, PA to Head Teacher/Governance Professional, on 01502 565439 or email: donnapetty@ashleyschool.co.uk 

Closing Date:             Wednesday 28th September 2022

Interview Dates:        Thursday 13th and Friday 14th October 2022

The Ashley School Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS checks are mandatory for all posts. We welcome diversity.