Assistant Principal

1 month ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom Harris Academy Clapham Full time

We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic, skilled and knowledgeable Assistant Principal to join our Academy Leadership team. This is part of the next wave of staff recruitment as our Academy grows and takes on its final cohort of students in September 2024, taking us to full capacity.

You will join a highly supportive and collaborative leadership team, who share the moral purpose to achieve the vision for our students that Everything Is Possible. We welcome applications from candidates who are already experienced senior leaders, hoping for a new challenge, or those wanting to take the first step on their senior leadership journey.

This is an excellent opportunity to work in a growing Academy, where you will be highly supported by both the Academy team and the wider Harris Federation.

About Us

The vision of Harris Academy Clapham is a simple one. From our opening in September 2020, our academy is a place where 'everything is possible'.

The Clapham curriculum is designed to meet the needs, aspirations and abilities of every one of our students. Our aim is to improve their life chances and enable them to make a positive contribution to the city and world in which they live.

Our staff are supported in their work and in developing their future careers via:

A centralised behaviour system, with each year group supported by non-teaching pastoral leadersA programme of instructional coaching, supported by the Step Lab platformAccess to a wide range of National Professional Qualifications delivered by the Institute of TeachingFederation subject consultant supportHarris Federation professional development training days and networking support.Main Areas of Responsibility

Your responsibilities will include:

To create a true learning institution in the academy at all levelsTo play a major role in formulating the aims, objectives and shared vision of the academyTo lead the development and maintenance of a high quality positive learning environmentTo take full responsibility for all aspects of teaching and learning in your key area of responsibilityTo ensure high quality teaching across the academyTo work with colleagues to ensure data is used effectively and consistentlyTo work with the SLT to lead the assessment and reporting programmeTo support staff in making sure high quality intervention programmes are in placeTo support colleagues and subject leaders in developing schemes of learningWith the SLT, to develop strategies to enhance teachers' ability to learn and to develop advanced teaching skillsTo raise students' aspirations and achievementTo ensure the highest standards of achievement for all studentsTo ensure the entitlement of all students to have equal access to and participation in all aspects of the curriculum.To ensure the efficient and effective provision of cross curricular skills, knowledge and understandingTo identify and monitor successful learning outcomesTo monitor, review and evaluate teaching and learning and classroom practiceTo maintain an informed view of standards and of the quality of teaching across the academyTo challenge under-performance at all levels and throughout all departmentsTo establish, and maintain, the highest possible standards of behaviour, learning and attainmentTo demonstrate and articulate high expectations and set aspirational targetsTo act as a role model in the provision of high quality learning, teaching and assessmentTo coordinate the activities of staffTo lead and manage staff in an appropriate mannerTo assist in the implementation of effective procedures to support teachers who are underperformingTo maintain high morale amongst staff and set an example of professional standards and leadershipTo contribute to the recruitment, training, deployment and professional development of staffTo promote and sustain effective management of the Academy environmentTo provide information about the work and performance of staffTo chair meetingsQualifications & Experience

We would like to hear from you if you have:

QTS (or equivalent) and a good undergraduate degreeExtensive teaching experienceOutstanding teaching practiceSuccessful management experience as Head of Department or member of the SLTExperience of writing department SEFExperience of lesson observations and giving feedbackExperience of improvement planningExperience of implementing a range of strategies to raise student achievement, with evidence of successContribution to impact on the quality of learning and teaching and curriculumExperience of developing and sustaining positive relationships with students, parents, staff and the Governing Body to build consensus support and capacityProven track record of managing and implementing change in relation to teaching practices and standardsA track record of success in leadership and managementNext Steps

If you have any questions about this opportunity, please send us an email, or call to arrange a conversation.

Before applying, please download the Job Pack for full details on the job responsibilities and person specification. This will be helpful for you when completing your application, and throughout the recruitment process.

We encourage you to apply as soon as possible as we may interview and offer to a candidate before the closing date. Please note that we only accept applications submitted before the closing date via our careers website.

Professional Development & Benefits

Our people are at the heart of our success. We have developed a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level.

In addition to the opportunities for career development and progression, we also offer a competitive rewards and benefits package which includes a Performance and Loyalty Bonus, Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions, a Wellbeing Cash Plan, electric car scheme, and many other benefits. Learn more about our benefits on our website.Safeguarding Notice

The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed.

Equal Opportunities

The Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment.

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