We are looking for a successful senior leader to join a primary academy in Brent as Head of Academy.
MAIN AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
As Head of Academy, you will work under the direction of the Principal to provide professional leadership to help ensure success by securing outstanding overall effectiveness.
Leading on continuous improvements in teaching, learning and assessment practice, you will be responsible for creating a productive, disciplined learning environment and for the day-to-day management and organisation of the academy.
You will deputise for the Principal on all occasions - as appropriate. You should also secure the commitment of the wider community by developing and maintaining effective networks with, for example, other academies/ schools, other institutions, employers, careers services and with the Harris Federation.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
You will have a very strong record of school improvement, ideally including significant experience in inner-city, multi-racial and urban areas. You will be an outstanding communicator, with proven strengths in engaging with, inspiring and motivating, not just the school community but also the wider community. You will have experience across the full primary age range.
Your understanding of school improvement strategies will be matched by your ability to manage change and to motivate staff and the community towards the achievement of clear and inspirational goals. Above all, you will possess a relentless drive to raise standards and secure outstanding teaching at the academy for all of our children.
We would like to hear from you if you have:
* Qualified Teacher Status, Degree, Further relevant professional studies.
* Experience as a Senior Leader in a Primary school, including experience deputising for the Head / Principal.
* Successful leadership in assessment and/or curriculum development and in monitoring and evaluation strategies.
* Proven track record of raising attainment in an urban, multi-ethnic environment.
* Experience as a designated child protection officer.
* Experience as a performance appraiser for staff.
* Experience of teaching or leading Early Years and/or KS1 and/or KS2.
* Very good understanding of inclusion and related policy and practices.
* Leadership in staff development.
* Leadership role in a school/academy to secure outstanding overall provision
* Thorough knowledge and understanding of current curriculum developments and how pupils learn.
* Understanding of principles and demonstrable application of school improvement and school effectiveness.
* Demonstrable ability to plan strategically and to lead, motivate, develop and inspire staff and to manage change.
* Demonstrable commitment to equality of opportunity and inclusive education.
* Understanding the challenges of a multi-ethnic community in the context of a primary academy.
* Knowledge and understanding of principles and practices of performance management for all staff within an academy setting.
* High level ability to analyse and interpret pupil performance data and set challenging but realistic targets for pupils and cohorts.
* Ability to ensure an ethos and structure for sound discipline which enables all pupils to achieve.
* Leading on action planning evaluation and development of middle leaders.
* Ability to work effectively as part of the academy team and with governors, pupils and parents.
* Ability to work effectively with members of the local community in developing the academy as a community resource.
* Knowledge and understanding of the current Early Years curriculum.
* Demonstrable knowledge and understanding of equality issues and legislation.
* Able to integrate quality policies into service delivery and employment practices.
* Ability to work under pressure and be resilient in the face of challenge.
* Ability to prioritise.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
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.