Vice Principal

Work Pattern        40 hours per week, 52.143 weeks per annum

Interview dates    TBC

Location                 Mossbourne Community Academy, 100 Downs Park Road, London, E5 8JY

Working for The Mossbourne Federation

Working for a Mossbourne Federation Academy means being part of a community of exceptional practitioners. Colleagues are warm, welcoming, and supportive of each other. As one of the country’s leading federations, of course expectations of staff are high. In return, we engage with, and support our workforce, with great benefits and by creating an inspirational working environment which nurtures the development of personal and professional excellence.

Staff Benefits

Federation staff are rewarded through the comprehensive package of benefits listed in our Federation Recruitment Brochure, including:

·      Free lunches (T&Cs apply)

·      Tea, coffee and refreshments provided for staff throughout the week

·      Benenden health membership, to support health and wellbeing, fully paid by the Federation

·      Early finish on Friday – secondary academies

·      Free staff fitness classes

·      Cycle to work and season ticket loan schemes

·      Discounts at local restaurants

·      Discounted gym membership with the ability to spread membership costs

·      Saturday and holiday paid programme

·      Special leave scheme

·      Staff appreciation awards and events

·      First rate professional development and career opportunities

·      Financial support for career development (T&Cs apply)

·      ‘Introduction Bonus’ for current staff (T&Cs apply)

·      Remuneration for exam board marking (T&Cs apply)

The successful candidate’s role is to support the Principal in embedding the ethos of aspiration, success and high standards in every area of academy life, ensuring that the vision and values of the academy are shared and acted upon by staff and students, and are understood by parents and the wider community. The Senior Leadership Team are supportive and collaborative and continually challenge themselves, and each other, to improve further. The responsibilities of the role will be determined based on the needs of the academy and the skills and experience of the successful applicant. The successful candidate will lead directly, or indirectly on one, some, or many of the following areas: 

·      Curriculum, including the wider curriculum and timetable. 

·      Pastoral Care, which includes behaviour, student wellbeing, safeguarding and inclusion. 

·      Assessment, including external and internal examinations. 

·      Teaching and Learning, including teacher training. 

·      The Sixth Form

·      Staff Development, including performance management. 

·      Parental and Community Engagement. 

You will ensure the day-to-day smooth running of the academy, supporting the Principal and the Senior Vice Principal in the continuous improvement of the academy. 

In the absence of the Senior Vice Principal you will deputise for the Principal, as required. 

The Principal invites applications from candidates who are confident, well-organised, lead by example, inspire staff at all levels, have demonstrable experience in a high performing SLT, and put children at the heart of everything they do. 

If you are passionate about innovative education, have a commitment to personal excellence and are ready for a new challenge, we welcome your application.

Please note that CVs or incomplete application forms will not be considered. All other applications will be considered; however, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Mossbourne Federation reserves the right to close adverts earlier than the stated deadline.

The Mossbourne Federation is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.