Assistant Principal

**Ormiston Denes Academy**, **Lowestoft **NR32 4AH**:

- **£56,796 - £62,561 per annum**:

- **Full time**:

- **Permanent**:

- **Reference: 8170**:

- **Required from **September 2023.**

Ormiston Denes Academy is at an exciting stage of its journey, with a recent Ofsted report and results which demonstrate its continued improvement. As a result of a promotion, an opportunity has arisen to join our team and we are looking to appoint an **outstanding leader** with the experience, drive, and rigour to take student progress to the next level. We know that there is no glass ceiling for what our students can achieve, and you will share our ambition and ethos to give our students a life changing education.

You will work closely with other senior leaders to ensure that students develop a hunger to do well and the resilience to succeed, recognise that curriculum is key, that assessment is more than just data, and can work with both curriculum and pastoral leaders to ensure all have a positive impact on student achievement.

At Ormiston Denes we place high value on staff development, both in teaching and leadership. In addition to leading the raising achievement team, all assistant principals line manage and support designated curriculum areas and a year group, providing a broad leadership experience, which aids further promotion. You will develop and implement systems, plans and strategies that ensure the academy improves outcomes across all year groups. You must be able to demonstrate confidence and the ability to effectively lead in this area of expertise.

If you are looking to work in a vibrant academy which expects high standards from students, places a high value on the professional development of its staff, and feel you have the qualities to meet the demands of this rewarding position then we wish to hear from you.

**We are looking for an experienced leader who**:

- is a great teacher themselves, who recognises excellent behaviour for learning in a classroom/department and who will model this every day
- has the passion and expertise to nurture and grow the professional development of colleagues, which builds autonomy and accountability
- is flexible, enthusiastic, well organised and who insists on and delivers excellence
- has a resilient character and a strong personal drive
- has an unwavering determination to work with students of all abilities
- is a highly motivated and driven individual who can work with pace and purpose
- is a team player who possesses excellent interpersonal skills and the emotional intelligence which makes them a great leader.

**In return Ormiston Denes Academy will offer you**:

- an innovative learning community, constantly aiming for high standards
- a supportive, welcoming community of professionals
- development and collaboration opportunities throughout the Ormiston network.

**How to apply**:
**Closing date: midday, 24 March 2023.**
**Interview date: 29 March 2023.