Salary: L20-L26
With possibility for a relocation package
Closing date: 15th June COP
Interviews are to be held: 20th / 21st June tbc
Greenwood Academies Trust are keen to appoint an inspirational and innovative principal for this large Junior Academy in Peterborough. The academy serves a diverse community and a committed team support the delivery of a wide range of academic and wider learning opportunities, including a well-established Forest School and strong programme of after school clubs. The ‘Den’ provides morning and after school clubs and all pupils have access to breakfast.
The academy has recently had an Ofsted (February 23) and is considered an ‘improving academy’. The new leadership team are making strides in addressing key priorities and know there is more to do. They are a committed and dedicated team with a clear vision.
The successful candidate will lead the development of the next stage of the academy’s improvement journey, alongside this new team. You will lead the implementation of a broad and balanced curriculum which meets the needs of all pupils, through a comprehensive professional development strategy and role modelling high expectations and aspirations for all. You will also work with the trust to further improve achievement across the academy, identifying areas for development through accurate evaluation and quality assurance whilst ensuring that you work effectively with the local community to maintain the strong profile of the academy locally.
You will have support from the trust’s wide network of experts and have access to informal and formal professional development.
We are always interested in hearing from individuals/leaders who share our ethos and want to make a difference.
Are you a leader who:
- Has relevant and up to date knowledge of teaching and learning strategies across the primary phase;
- Is excited about working with colleagues to continue to develop an aspirational, inclusive and broad curriculum;
- Leads staff effectively to deliver high quality learning experiences for all pupils, including those with high levels of educational need;
- Has a thorough understanding of factors that influence pupil performance and how to overcome barriers to learning;
- Has strong organisational skills and is relentlessness in driving educational improvement and raised standards for all pupils;
- Has experience of leading and developing others;
- Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
Start date would be January 2024 or earlier, depending on the candidate’s current position.
If you would like further information or to arrange an informal phone call or online Teams meeting, please contact the academy’s Education Director, Emma Nuttall. Email: emma.nuttall@greenwoodacademies.org
Shortlisted candidates will be informed on the 16th June 2023 for interviews on the 20/21st June, to be confirmed.
In Return:
You can be assured that you will be joining a successful Multi Academy Trust that has a great track record in helping children to succeed no matter what their background. The Trust is dedicated to valuing and developing the workforce whether that be through ensuring a fair workload or offering access to bespoke CPD from the Learning Alliance to enhance professional growth.
We believe in looking after the people who make a huge difference to our children, their families and the communities we serve. That’s why we give everyone who joins a Perkbox account – with 24/7 access to perks and discounts, plus curated wellbeing tools to look after your physical and mental health. It’s part of our commitment to look after you.
Here’s what you can look forward to:
- Hundreds of global and local perks, available online 24/7
- Shopping discounts from the biggest brands, all year round
- Save money on everything from the supermarket shop to summer holidays
- A free Employee Assistance Programme from Health Assured
If this post attracts sufficient interest before the closing date, we may decide to close and interview this vacancy at an earlier date, so an early application is advised.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment. All posts will be subject to receipt of satisfactory enhanced DBS disclosure, medical and reference checks. All pre-employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education”.
All adults employed by the Trust have a responsibility for data protection and have a duty to observe and follow the principles of the GDPR Regulations.
The Trust welcomes applications from all, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, age or sexual orientation.
All applicants must be able to provide evidence of their Right to Work in the UK prior to commencement of employment. As part of our need to comply with UK immigration rules, you will be required to provide Home Office stipulated documentation prior to interview.