Vice Principal - Pastoral
Oxford Spires Academy
Oxfordshire
- Quick apply
- Expired
- Salary:
- L15-L22 (more for a suitably experienced leader)
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- April/Sept 2020
- Apply by:
- 4 December 2019
Job overview
Oxford Spires Academy is a unique and remarkable Academy. We provide an excellent education to 1300 students aged 11-19. We are situated within a vibrant and diverse part of East Oxford and we have grown rapidly over the last 3 years. We are the first choice school within our local community and as a result we are heavily oversubscribed each year.
The schools mission is to be a beacon of educational excellence. We believe that all students are capable of making outstanding progress and attaining the highest level, whatever their starting point. We do not make excuses for our students: we firmly believe that there are no barriers to achievement that cannot be overcome by a determined and resilient student and a supportive school team.
We believe in providing exceptional education for local children, our inspirational teaching and fantastic relationships provide and create a safe, supportive and challenging environment where students can flourish. We are relentless in our pursuit of the small things that we believe might have a big impact on our school culture, environment, ethos and our students’ attitude to learning, we set exemplary standards and aspirational goals. We believe in strong relationships, pride, community, family and support and every member of our staff is a role model to our young people.
We are extremely proud to be a multicultural, multi-faith community. We celebrate the diversity of our staff and student population and we encourage students to celebrate their own heritage but equally to be proud British citizens. The bedrock on which our school community is built is the excellent relationships between staff and students and between students themselves.
The Role
Due to the promotion of the current post holder to Associate Headteacher, we are now able to offer this rare opportunity to join our forward thinking and dedicated senior team. We are seeking a highly qualified teacher and leader to take on the role of Vice Principal Pastoral. This is a key appointment for our Academy, as such, the successful candidate will play an integral part in determining and shaping our future strategic direction and support the school on its on-going journey towards Outstanding. This is a permanent, full-time position from 20 April 2020, although a September start may be possible.
To apply for this role, forward a completed application form and covering letter to Marianne Blake Principal of Oxford Spires Academy (Details can be found in the Recruitment pack) If you would like, to arrange a conversation or visit to the Academy, please contact Sandra Jaggers, Principal’s PAsjaggers@oxfordspiresacademy.org.
• The deadline for applications is midday on Wednesday 4 December 2019
• Notification to Candidates Thursday 5 December 2019
• Interviews will take place on Tuesday 10 December and Wednesday 11 December
Attached documents
About Oxford Spires Academy
- Oxford Spires Academy
- Glanville Road, Oxford
- Oxfordshire
- OX4 2AU
- United Kingdom
Our school is proud to be part of Anthem, a multi-academy trust that creates ambitious and successful schools where every child thrives.
The Oxford Spires Academy vision is to be a beacon of excellence at the heart of our local community. We believe that all students are capable of making outstanding progress and attaining the highest level, whatever their starting point. We do not make excuses for our students: we firmly believe that there are no barriers to achievement that cannot be overcome by a determined and resilient student and a supportive school team.
We believe in providing exceptional education for local children, our inspirational teaching and fantastic relationships provide and create a safe, supportive and challenging environment where students can flourish. We are relentless in our pursuit of the small things that we believe might have a big impact on our school culture, environment, ethos and our students’ attitude to learning, we set exemplary standards and aspirational goals. We believe in strong relationships, pride, community, family and support and every member of our staff is a role model to our young people.
We are extremely proud to be a multicultural, multi-faith community. We celebrate the diversity of our staff and student population and we encourage students to celebrate their own heritage but equally to be proud British citizens. The bedrock on which our school community is built is the excellent relationships between staff and students and between students themselves.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, visitors, and volunteers to share in this commitment. All post holders are subject to an Enhanced DBS Check, suitable references, and other essential checks. Staff involved in recruitment and selection of employees are trained in safer recruitment, and all our staff and volunteers undertake Child Protection training.
Employee Benefits Include:
- Pension schemes - TPS (Teachers) and LGPS (Non-Teachers)
- CPD certified opportunities - available to all employees
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) - providing wellbeing and confidential advice services
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Health Shield Scheme
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