We have a vacancy for an Associate Assistant Headteacher (Communications) to join our extended leadership team at Aureus School. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the leadership and development of our school.
Your opportunity
To be the strategic lead for the communications Department (English, Literacy and MFL), working with the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team in formulating the aims and objectives of the school, establishing the policies through which they shall be achieved, managing staff and resources, in order to achieve them and monitoring progress towards them.
As an experienced educator, you will work collaboratively as part of the Extended Leadership Team in supporting the school to achieve its operational and strategic aims to drive it forward on its rapid improvement journey, ensuring our students have access to high-quality teaching and learning opportunities. The Associate Assistant Headteacher plays a pivotal role in empowering students to succeed and make a positive impact in our community.
What we are looking for
Working as part of the Extended Leadership Team you will be an excellent practitioner with a proven track record of driving forward change, leading and inspiring people to deliver to a high standard. With strong leadership skills, you will demonstrate resilience, tenacity and integrity combined with a focus on continuous improvement to secure positive outcomes for students and the school community.
About Aureus School
Aureus School is an 11-16 co-educational comprehensive school. In its most recent Ofsted inspection, Aureus School was graded good in all areas. Having opened in 2017, the school boasts modern facilities and technology to support the learning of students.
We firmly believe that every child deserves the opportunity to succeed, and our approach is driven by a belief in a comprehensive education centred around high expectations for all. As a community, we believe in creating a learning environment that is both engaging and exciting, with an education that challenges our students to think critically and push boundaries. There is no limit to what our students can achieve, and we provide the necessary support and resources so that everyone can succeed.
Join the GLF Schools Community
As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 45 academies or in our central team.
* Celebrating over10 years as a growing Multi Academy Trust with over 2,000 colleagues and over 17,000 pupils
* Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness
* 43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England
* We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity
* Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education
GLF Schools Employment Offer
GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish
* Access to our highly competitive Teachers Pension Scheme
* Flexible working options
* Generous holiday allowance
* Work life and family friendly policies
* Employee wellbeing initiatives
* Access to a staff benefits portal
* Community and collaboration working model
Please read the attached Join Our Community candidate pack for further information.
The Details
Start Date: September 2025 or sooner.
Pay Scale: UPS/MPS + TLR1
Contract type: Permanent
Closing Date: 12 noon on the 13th January 2025
Interview date: 17th January 2025
Prospective candidates can arrange visits to the school by contacting Amy Porter, PA to the Headteacher.