Vacancy for Assistant Headteacher at Great Ouse Primary Academy

Salary: Band 2, Points 3-7

We are seeking a dedicated, hardworking and passionate practitioner who can inspire and assist leading Great Ouse Primary Academy. This role will include supporting the SLT in establishing a vision for the future of the school whilst demonstrating inspirational and motivating leadership. You will provide valuable support to the Headteacher by actively promoting the schools aims, supporting its ethos and promoting achievement and high standards for all.

The Opportunity

Support the SLT in establishing a vision for the future of the school and partnerships, demonstrating inspirational leadership.
Play a lead role in the Academy improvement planning process, taking account of the agreed priorities of the Academy and how these link with national and local initiatives.
Promote a culture of teamwork, in which views of all members of the Academy are valued and considered.
Work to a high standard in implementing agreed policies, priorities, and expectations, so to set a good example to other colleagues.
Line manage middle leaders ensuring that their associate staff are professionally managed, effectively led and focused on high quality provision and outcomes.
Set goals that stretch and challenge pupils of all backgrounds, abilities, and dispositions.

The ideal candidate

Excellent classroom practitioner with a track record of raising standards.
Evidence of both curricular and pastoral responsibilities.
Is passionate about making a difference in childrens education and wellbeing.
High personal standards in terms of attendance, punctuality and organising workload.
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a strong, motivated and dedicated team.

About Great Ouse Primary Academy

Great Ouse Primary Academy is a school that thinks and dreams big for its pupils. Expectations are high for all who make up the Great Ouse Primary Academy community and these standards reflect the wonderful physical environment we have developed to enable children to flourish within and beyond the school walls. The staff at Great Ouse Primary Academy are committed to developing learners who are resilient, learners who are focused and learners who are aspirational in their goals; learners well prepared to be successful citizens of the 21st century.

About Meridian Trust

Meridian Trust is a values-led organisation formed in 2011 that has risen to be one of the highest-performing academy trusts in the country. The Trust is founded on its commitment to a high-quality educational provision for all at the heart of local communities. Meridian currently operates primary, secondary and special schools across Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Peterborough, Lincolnshire and Northamptonshire.

Meridian Trust offers a wealth of fantastic benefits for teaching and support staff which are highlighted below but are not limited to -

Apprenticeship and CPD opportunities which allow you to gain specialist knowledge in a role you are passionate about developing in
Opportunity to jump start your career in teaching through our dedicated Initial Teacher Training Team (ITT)
Support for mental health and wellbeing through our Employee Assistance Programme and other resources
Cycle to work scheme
Defined benefit local government or Teacher’s pension scheme
Healthcare benefits including free eye test vouchers and flu vaccinations
Free on-site parking
Discounts on a wide range of benefits from everyday essentials to holidays

To explore our full range of benefits, please visit https://www.meridiantrust.co.uk/jobs-and-training/benefits/.

For more information about the role please download the Applicant Information Pack below.

Meridian Trust reserves the right to close the applications early in the event that a suitable candidate is sourced. Applications will be reviewed as received so please apply early to avoid disappointment.

The Trust is committed to diversity and inclusion and equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to pre-employment checks, including an enhanced check with the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS), as well as online searches.

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