Headteacher (L21 - L27) Ansford Academy - start date preferably 1 September 2024
Ansford Academy is an inclusive community school with a key role in developing the lives of the young people in our care. We are at an exciting time in our development journey and the school is well positioned to continue improving so that we can offer our young people the very best educational experience possible. Staff, Governors and the wider school community are all entirely focused on ensuring that Ansford offers all of our young people a happy, supportive and challenging environment that delivers an exceptional education.
The Academy’s motto “Learning Together To Lead Our Lives” reflects our central focus on teaching and learning, with a determination that every student should achieve their very best, whatever their starting point- we want our students to go on to lead fulfilling lives. Collaboration is at the heart of how we work and we expect all our staff to be learners too, developing their skills and their careers.
Our new Headteacher will be responsible for taking forward and consolidating improvement work which is centered on curriculum refinement, ensuring high quality teaching and learning in all classrooms, developing our reading provision and reinforcing quality assurance processes. There is a detailed School Improvement Plan and Ofsted Action Plan in place for the new Headteacher to take forward backed by other leaders who know the school and children well.
Please refer to the application pack for details on the role and to find our more about our school community.
We welcome visits prior to application so that you may learn a little more about Ansford.
If you have any queries please contact Rebecca Comyns at the Academy.
Closing Date: 7 May 2024 at 12.00
The Governing Body is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young persons and head teachers must ensure that the highest priority is given to following the guidance and regulations to safeguard children and young people. An Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) will be required from the successful candidate.This vacancy is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act as the work brings employees into contact with children who are regarded by the Act as a vulnerable group.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications regardless of age, gender, sexual orientation, disability, ethnicity or religion. We are also committed to the protection and safety of students. We expect all adults who work at the Academy to take full responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of students at this Academy.