Assistant Principal

Dear Applicant,

Thank you for your interest in the position of Assistant Principal 6th Form for The Grange Academy.

The Grange is a flourishing mixed, non-selective secondary school and sixth form based in Bushey, Hertfordshire, admitting students from the ages of 11 to 18. The Grange Academy, is a proud member of Future Academies, a successful multi academy trust.

This is an exciting opportunity for an aspirational leader to motivate and influence the committed staff of The Grange Academy and further contribute to the life chances of the young people in its care. As well as having the full and active support of the Governing Body, the school benefits from the experience and support that comes from being a member of Future Academies.

**WHO WE ARE**

We are Future Academies: a flourishing multi-academy trust, founded with the aim of improving the life chances and raising the aspirations of young people. We offer a rich and stimulating education comprised of a knowledge-rich curriculum, diverse cultural and extracurricular opportunities, and a strong pastoral support system. All children and young people are welcomed in our inclusive community, and all are challenged to be the best they can be.

This ethos is embodied in our Trust values - Knowledge, Aspiration, and Respect - and in our motto, libertas per cultum (“freedom through education”).

**THE ROLE**

The role of Assistant Principal 6th Form is an essential position within a school's leadership team. The assistant principal is responsible for supporting the principal in the overall management of the school, ensuring that all aspects of the school's operations are aligned with the school's vision and values.

**THE BENEFITS**
- The chance to make a difference to children’s and young people’s lives. Future Academies is of the belief that all children have the right to enriching education through a knowledge-rich and child-centric approach: our teachers can therefore make a dramatic impact on the lives of these children.
- Fast career progression. Because knowledge and intelligence, rather than length of service, are lauded and rewarded at Future Academies, teachers and support staff can quickly take up great responsibility, adding to their already exceptional experience and knowledge, joining the SLT or writing for the Trust’s Curriculum Centre, where our in-house textbooks are produced.
- Excellent CPD. The Trust is knowledge-centric and encourages CPD at all levels with excellent opportunities for swift career progression, within the Academy and Trust. This includes Leadership Development opportunities.
- Knowledge-rich staff team. You will be working with a supportive leadership team, cohesive staff body, and very purposeful environment with excellent resources. Being part of a Trust of schools enables you to share knowledge across a wider range of educational professionals.

**HOW TO APPLY**

Alternatively, if this role is not quite what you are looking for, feel free to browse through our Trust wide vacancies and register your details to our Talent Pool which can both be found on our website under “Current Vacancies”.