Principal (Designate)
Bearsted Primary Academy
Maidstone
- Expired
- Salary:
- Highly competitive plus performance bonus and private health care
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- January 2020
Job overview
We are now recruiting for the Principal Designate for Bearsted Primary Academy; a truly rare leadership opportunity within our very successful and financially sound, mature and geographically local multi-academy trust that combines management freedom for effective leaders with secure central support that encourages collaboration for success.
Our successful candidate will receive encouragement, support and guidance not only to launch the new academy but also to develop your own career within the Trust. You will already be a talented senior leader at a successful primary school with real ambition to improve the life chances of the students at Bearsted Primary Academy. Once opened, we will expect the Principal to develop a positive culture and ethos where every child is expected to do well and their progress is supported every step of the way. As with any new school project, this is a unique opportunity for the successful individual to put their own stamp on the academy and build a successful team.
Click here to view the Recruitment Pack.
We wish to hear from you if you really want to change our education world and are:
an enthusiastic, energetic and ambitious school leader with a track record of success at primary level;
a motivational and inspirational leader with high expectations of staff;
confident and able to communicate a clear vision for the school;
able to develop children to reach their full potential regardless of background or circumstance;
approachable and keen to work with staff across the Trust to ensure wide success;
able to establish and develop excellent relationships with the community and other stakeholders.
What we can offer you:
a competitive salary along with private healthcare and an opportunity to earn a performance bonus;
an exciting LAT career path with opportunities for further progression in the future;
security and support on your journey from close collaboration with a small central executive and a larger group of talented Principals to share best practice and innovation.
For further information and to discuss the role informally with the Chief Operating Officer, Neil Willis, please contact Executive Assistant, Emma Johnson on emma.johnson@latrust.org.uk to arrange a phone call or meeting.
The closing date for applications is Thursday 27th June 2019. Candidates will be informed on Monday 1st July Interviews and assessment activities will take place on Thursday 4th July 2019. If you have any queries on any aspect of the application process or need additional information please contact Olivia Couzins (Head of Recruitment and Talent Management) on 01634 412 240 or olivia.couzins@latrust.org.uk
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About Bearsted Primary Academy
- Bearsted Primary Academy
- Popesfield Way, Bearsted Road, Weavering, Maidstone
- Kent
- ME14 5GA
- United Kingdom
Due to open in September 2020, Bearsted Primary Academy will become the latest addition to the highly successful Leigh Academies Trust (LAT), joining four other LAT primary academies in the Maidstone area, and a further four LAT primary academies across Kent and South East London.
Our vision is to create a school community which is vibrant and pioneering. We want our children’s primary school experience to be an unforgettable and inspirational journey where they are nurtured and valued.
We intend to make every moment count through an enriched and innovative curriculum that extends beyond the physical classroom and school day. Every child will have the opportunity to explore and develop their strengths and participate in new learning experiences.
Our aims are:
- To strive for academic excellence, ensuring all children progress to reach their full potential and use their experiences as the foundations for future success.
- To create a rich, vibrant and innovative curriculum which engages and motivates children. They will develop the skills of entrepreneurialism and adaptability to prepare them for their future. Real-life projects with exciting outcomes will make learning fun whilst also providing them with unforgettable experiences. Children will also be given opportunities to develop their talents and interests in academic subjects, the arts and sports.
- To develop a respect for each other and expect exceptional behaviour ensuring all children feel safe and happy. Every child will be treated fairly, equally and feel included in a caring community. Children will be proud of who they are and proud to be part of a school that embraces diversity and encourages individuality.
- To ensure we provide outstanding teachers who will teach exciting and inspiring lessons and ensure all children to make excellent progress. Children will enjoy being challenged, be confident to take risks and persevere in their learning. Ambition will be encouraged and achievements will be celebrated.
- Parents will be welcomed and involved in school life. Staff will work in partnership with parents to ensure that children reach their full potential. Excellent communication with parents will keep them well-informed of their children’s progress.
The children will remain at the heart of every decision we make as we move forward and we will ensure that they are happy, confident and that the opportunities that are provided for them are relevant to their needs both now and in the future.
Principal
Jane Tipple
Find our Trust vision: https://vision2030.org.uk/
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