Headteacher - E-ACT Grange School

Job Title: Headteacher 

E-ACT The Grange School | Dream, Believe, Achieve

E-ACT The Grange School is an inclusive school committed to nurturing every student's potential. Our dedicated staff set high academic and social expectations, providing a supportive and stimulating environment for students to thrive. 

We have high expectations of our children both academically and socially. We are a lively, exciting and well-resourced school with a caring ethos. We offer a wide range of experiences and opportunities to the children both during the working day and after school. In return, we expect the children to work very hard and always give their best. The children at E-ACT The Grange School are hard working, well behaved and polite and a delight to work with.

Discover more: https://www.thegrange.northants.sch.uk/web/

Join us in Opening Minds, Opening Doors! 

Are you a visionary leader seeking to be an integral part of an educational community that nurtures an environment where all children can flourish? An opportunity awaits you to lead an academy dedicated to developing the whole child and has a people first culture. Recognising the significance of empowering our colleagues to excel, we are actively seeking an enthusiastic and committed Headteacher. Join us as we strive for excellence, ensuring our children attain the finest outcomes. 

Key responsibilities:

• The Headteacher will provide outstanding educational vision, leadership and direction for the Academy, ensuring great pupil outcomes are achieved sustainably, and annual performance targets are met. 

• The Headteacher will have core responsibility for: teaching and learning, curriculum development, developing teaching staff and creating a culture of safety and happiness within the academy.

Pay range: L17 – L23 (£69,970 - £81,070)

Qualifications and Skills:

·       Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent. 

·       Proven experience in delivering outstanding teaching and learning. 

·       Passion for creating an inclusive and inspiring learning environment. 

·       Effective communication and interpersonal skills. 

·       Commitment to the academy’s values and ethos. 

This position would suit both a current Headteacher looking for a new challenge or a Deputy Headteacher looking for their first headship.

What are we about? 

Outstanding Teaching and Learning: We strongly believe that outstanding teaching and learning are the keys to unlocking exceptional outcomes for our children. You will play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality education that nurtures the minds of our students

Advocacy and inclusion: At our academy, every child matters, regardless of their background. Your role will involve providing each child with a fantastic, inspiring, and inclusive education that recognises and celebrates their individuality. 

People-First Culture: We proudly celebrate the diversity of our academy and our community. Join us in co-constructing the essence of an extraordinary workplace and learning environment where both staff and students feel valued and included. 

Collaborative Excellence: Our exceptional staff collaborate across our 28 academies to share ideas and problem solve. As a Headteacher with us, you will have the opportunity to share your skills, hear from experts and work with staff across the country to develop your practice.   

About E-ACT: 

Join a trust that is going places! 

Having recently won MAT of the Year 2023 at both the MAT Excellence Awards and National School Awards, this is a very exciting time to join us! Why do we feel we have been recognised as a strong MAT? It is down to our dedicated, talented staff that are committed in delivering nothing but excellence for all of our children and young people. 

We all pride ourselves in fostering a people-first culture, which extends to all our pupils, staff, and stakeholders. We are proud to lead a community of 29 academies, educating of over 18,500 pupils across our five core hubs. Our staff satisfaction is above national benchmarks and we run a range of projects and programmes to address key topics such as workload and wellbeing. 

Our Opening Minds, Opening Doors strategy is at the forefront of everything we do, we don’t just prepare our pupils for the world; we equip them to thrive and succeed within it. Through our collaborative approach to education, we aim to open doors to a world of opportunities, where every child can pursue their dreams. 

Want to be a part of something extraordinary? Find out more at www.e-act.org.uk  

Benefits: 

Collaborative Working: Thrive in an environment that values teamwork and collaboration, fostering a culture of shared knowledge and collective success. 

Support System of 29 Academies: Be part of a network of 29 academies, providing a dedicated support system and opportunities for professional growth and collaboration. 

Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access to confidential counselling services, providing emotional support and guidance when needed.

Cycle to Work: Enjoy a healthy commute with our cycle-to-work programme, making bicycles more affordable. 

Electric Car Scheme: Take advantage of our environmentally friendly initiative, making electric vehicles more accessible for a sustainable and efficient commute. 

Generous Pension: Secure your future with a robust pension plan, ensuring financial well-being during retirement. 

How to apply: 

For a discussion about this post please contact;

Sian John

07748615902

sian@scjconsulting.co.k

Please read the supporting documentation carefully before completing and returning our application and equal opportunities form.  

E-ACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references.

E-ACT is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.