Headteacher

Job Title: Headteacher

Salary range: Inner London Pay Scales Leadership Scale L37 - L47 (£123,168 - £151,035)

Contract: Permanent

Commencement date: 1 September 2024

Hours of work: Teachers Terms and Conditions

Location: Alperton, London

The Governing Body of Alperton Community School is actively seeking an exceptional Headteacher to continue our commitment to providing an outstanding education and realising the full potential of each student. 

Our current Headteacher, Mr McKenna, is retiring after sixteen successful years at the school, having overseen a significant improvement in both GCSE and A level results and the new build at our Ealing Road site. Our 2023 examination results continue on an upward trajectory and place our school in the “well above average” category for many categories including Progress 8, and we recently featured in The Sunday Times best state schools. Our A Level results are among the best in the country and our most recent full Ofsted inspection graded our school as “Good with outstanding leadership and management”. 

As a Headteacher, you will play a pivotal role in achieving our strategic objectives, ensuring exceptional academic outcomes for over 1950 students, including a vibrant Sixth Form. Our inclusive school, reflecting a diverse local community, has consistently achieved academic success, with many students progressing to Russell Group universities and Level 4 apprenticeships.

At Alperton Community School, we are dedicated to our vision, values, and ethos, where we ASPIRE (we are ambitious, supportive, passionate, inspirational, respectful & egalitarian). Our students are ambitious, hard-working, and driven to succeed by a diverse and passionate school community. 

Join our dynamic and supportive community, where a friendly, highly supportive working environment fosters a culture of success and professional growth. Staff wellbeing is a cornerstone of our ethos. 

If you are a visionary leader, have a proven track record of success and are passionate about shaping the future of education, we invite you to apply and contribute to the continued success of Alperton Community School.

The Role

The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in maintaining Alperton Community School’s exceptional learning environment characterised by outstanding pastoral support and a commitment to continual improvement. Key responsibilities include:

• Collaborating with the leadership team to ensure effective management and continuous development
• Ensuring financial stability to provide a secure foundation for educational initiatives
• Determining, implementing, and reviewing the curriculum to ensure breadth, balance, and relevance for all students
• Establishing and maintaining ambitious expectations for all students, including those with additional and special educational needs and disabilities
• Promoting the health and wellbeing of all students, staff, and volunteers
• Ensuring a safe environment for all students and staff
• Fostering a supportive atmosphere and promoting exceptional opportunities for all students and staff

The Person

Our ideal Headteacher is a visionary leader with a strong sense of moral purpose, ethical principles, and unwavering values. They inspire dynamism, empower students and staff, and value knowledge, instilling a passion for outstanding teaching and learning experiences. They will have a proven track record of success in their current role and will possess the drive and determination to propel our students and staff forward to reach their full potential. They will be ready, respectful, responsible and resilient enough to take on the challenges of a large inner city, London school which has had successful leadership and management for over a decade. 

What We Offer

• Ambitious and committed Governors providing support, strategic guidance, and constructive challenge
• Dedicated, talented, and enthusiastic staff aligned with the school's ethos
• Enthusiastic students who actively participate in school life
• A tremendous climate for learning, outstanding pastoral support, and a commitment to improvement
• An experienced and committed senior leadership team
• Highly supportive parents and carers
• Sound finances 

The Benefits

• Continuing Professional Development
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Cashback Health Benefits
• Pension Scheme

This appointment is supported by ASCL’s Leadership Appointment Service. If you feel this opportunity is the right career step for you and would like an informal confidential conversation about the position, please email Mr Arwel Jones (ASCL Consultant) arwel.jones@ascl.org.uk who will arrange a suitable time for a phone conversation and provide further information about this post.

Closing Date: Monday 15 April 2024 (12 noon)

Assessment & Interview Date(s): Thursday 25 and Friday 26 April 2024

For further details and details of how to apply please visit our vacancies page. Completed application forms should be emailed to: g.kelly@alperton.brent.sch.uk

Supplementary Information

We are committed to safer recruitment and safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We are an inclusive community school and encourage applications from all sections of the community.

The successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Please note CVs will not be considered as part of your application for this position. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.