Assistant Headteacher (pastoral)

We are seeking to appoint an inspirational colleague with vision, drive and a proven track record of successful teaching and leadership to be our new Assistant Headteacher. The successful applicant will, in their first year, lead on either attendance, behaviour or personal development, with the focus based on their experience and interests. At JMHS, it is our ambition that all students benefit from an environment where they feel happy and safe, where they have positive and trusting relationships, and where they access inspiring experiences and opportunities. We achieve this through the consistent use of simple, effective and evidence-informed behaviour and attendance policies, and through a broad curriculum that places value in the development of character as well as excellent teaching and learning. The Assistant Head: Pastoral will work with colleagues on the senior leadership team to develop and sustain this environment, by ensuring that all staff have the knowledge and skills to provide a broad and well-rounded education. This will include reviewing the quality of provision within their strategic area, forming plans, and leading on implementation, including staff training. The postholder will be fully responsible for some aspects of the pastoral curriculum. The post holder will also contribute fully to the senior leadership team and the wider life of the school. They will be a flexible and dynamic strategic leader, a strong line manager, and an expert in teaching and learning. The post holder will also be expected to be a strong communicator, able to work with a range of stakeholders, including the Senior Leadership Team, teachers, parents and carers, students, and support staff. They will be an excellent ambassador for the school and promote culture, ethos and values of JMHS. In turn, they will benefit from a school with a positive, supportive and welcoming community; a professional and ambitious staff team; conscientious and considerate students, and a comprehensive and personalised professional development programme to support their career goals.

JMHS was inspected by OFSTED in November 2022 who confirmed our good grading and whose comments included:

• Pupils behave well. They are polite to their teachers and considerate of their peers.
• Parents rate teachers' high expectations because they push pupils to do more. Many say teachers go 'above and beyond' for their children.
• Pupils can do unusual stuff at this exciting school.
• School leaders have constructed a rich and engaging curriculum.
We welcome visits from prospective applicants. If you would like to have a tour of the school, please email Chloe Limbrick (Deputy Headteacher: behaviour, attitude and pastoral support) If you wish to apply for this post, please submit a completed application form and a letter of application of no more than two sides of A4, summarising:
• Your relevant past experience and how this shows that you meet the Person Specification and Job Description.
• How you have contributed to improving educational outcomes in your current position.
• How you have successfully managed staff and resources in your current or previous positions as either a curriculum leader, pastoral leader, or senior leader.
• What you would wish to achieve in your first year as Assistant Headteacher at JMHS and how you would achieve this.