Assistant Headteacher - Student Care - Attendance, Behaviour and Safeguarding

Job Title: Assistant Headteacher - responsible for various aspects of Student care including Attendance, Behaviour and Safeguarding Join us in Opening Minds, Opening Doors! Are you ready to be part of an educational community that creates an environment where children can flourish? You could join an academy that focusses on developing the whole child and has a people-first culture. We know the importance of developing our colleagues to be the best they can be to ensure our children achieve the best outcomes. We are looking to appoint an Assistant Headteacher who is passionate about school improvement. This is a significant role and you will have an unrelenting focus on making sure that attendance is outstanding across the academy. You will need to be a high performing, impact driven person with proven results in your field. E-ACT Bourne End Academy | Developing Future Leaders At E-ACT Bourne End Academy the core of our vision is the belief in a learning community where students are guided to become future leaders. Our commitment to academic excellence is reflected in the high standards of teaching across the curriculum. Proudly serving our local community, we are dedicated to providing students with the opportunities to succeed and achieve their ambitions. Beyond the classroom, we offer a broad and stimulating range of extra-curricular activities to support wider learning. If you are a dedicated professional who shares our commitment to developing future leaders find out more information here: https://bourneendacademy.e-act.org.uk Pay range: L 10 - L 15 (£63,576 - £71,665) Key responsibilities

• Promote a culture of reflective and personalised learning where all students are encouraged to take responsibility for their own learning and achievement..
• Provide strategic leadership for teaching, learning and assessment within their areas of responsibility.
• Ensure the Academy is always fully compliant in all areas of Safeguarding.
• Manage staff absence within your area of responsibility taking actions as appropriate in line with E-ACT policy and procedures, liaising with People Development and employee representatives.
Qualifications and Skills:
• Qualified teacher status or recognised equivalent
• Degree in subject specialism
• Ability to teach 'good or outstanding' lessons
• Proven success in improving student outcomes
• Experience of successful management and leadership of diverse teams
The successful candidate The successful candidate will need to have demonstrated their personal attributes (contained within the person specification) and how these will be used to enable positive and collaborative relationships with all stakeholders. You will be expected to engage confidently and professionally with a range of regional and national colleagues as well as academy staff and ambassadors. What are we about? Outstanding Teaching and Learning: We strongly believe that outstanding teaching and learning are the keys to unlocking exceptional outcomes for our children. You will play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality education that nurtures the minds of our students. Advocacy and Inclusion: At our academy, every child matters, regardless of their background. Your role will involve providing each child with a fantastic, inspiring, and inclusive education that recognises and celebrates their individuality. People-First Culture: We proudly celebrate the diversity of our academy and our community. Join us in co-constructing the essence of an extraordinary workplace and learning environment where both staff and students feel valued and included. Collaborative Excellence: Our exceptional staff collaborate across our 38 academies to share ideas and problem solve. You will have the opportunity to share your skills, hear from experts and work with staff across the country to develop your practice. About E-ACT: Join a trust that is going places! Having recently won MAT of the Year 2023 at both the MAT Excellence Awards and National School Awards, this is a very exciting time to join us! Why do we feel we have been recognised as a strong MAT? It is down to our dedicated, talented staff that are committed in delivering nothing but excellence for all our children and young people. We all pride ourselves in fostering a people-first culture, which extends to all our pupils, staff, and stakeholders. We are proud to lead a community of 38 academies, educating of over 25,000 pupils across our five core hubs. Our staff satisfaction is above national benchmarks and we run a range of projects and programmes to address key topics such as workload and wellbeing. Our Opening Minds, Opening Doors strategy is at the forefront of everything we do, we don't just prepare our pupils for the world; we equip them to thrive and succeed within it. Through our collaborative approach to education, we aim to open doors to a world of opportunities, where every child can pursue their dreams. Want to be a part of something extraordinary? Find out more at www.e-act.org.uk Benefits: Collaborative Working: Thrive in an environment that values teamwork and collaboration, fostering a culture of shared knowledge and collective success. Support System of 38 Academies: Be part of a network of 38 academies, providing a dedicated support system and opportunities for professional growth and collaboration. Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access to confidential counselling services, providing emotional support and guidance when needed. Cycle to Work: Enjoy a healthy commute with our cycle-to-work programme, making bicycles more affordable. Electric Car Scheme: Take advantage of our environmentally friendly initiative, making electric vehicles more accessible for a sustainable and efficient commute. Generous Pension: Secure your future with a robust pension plan, ensuring financial well-being during retirement. Please read the supporting documentation carefully before completing and returning our application and equal opportunities form. E-ACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references. E-ACT is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

We are looking to appoint an Assistant Headteacher who is passionate about school improvement. This is a significant role and you will have an unrelenting focus on making sure that attendance is outstanding across the academy. You will need to be a high performing, impact driven person with proven results in your field.,
• Qualified teacher status or recognised equivalent
• Degree in subject specialism
• Ability to teach 'good or outstanding' lessons
• Proven success in improving student outcomes
• Experience of successful management and leadership of diverse teams
The successful candidate The successful candidate will need to have demonstrated their personal attributes (contained within the person specification) and how these will be used to enable positive and collaborative relationships with all stakeholders. You will be expected to engage confidently and professionally with a range of regional and national colleagues as well as academy staff and ambassadors.

At E-ACT Bourne End Academy the core of our vision is the belief in a learning community where students are guided to become future leaders. Our commitment to academic excellence is reflected in the high standards of teaching across the curriculum. Proudly serving our local community, we are dedicated to providing students with the opportunities to succeed and achieve their ambitions. Beyond the classroom, we offer a broad and stimulating range of extra-curricular activities to support wider learning. If you are a dedicated professional who shares our commitment to developing future leaders find out more information here: https://bourneendacademy.e-act.org.uk, People-First Culture: We proudly celebrate the diversity of our academy and our community. Join us in co-constructing the essence of an extraordinary workplace and learning environment where both staff and students feel valued and included. Collaborative Excellence: Our exceptional staff collaborate across our 38 academies to share ideas and problem solve. You will have the opportunity to share your skills, hear from experts and work with staff across the country to develop your practice. About E-ACT: Join a trust that is going places! Having recently won MAT of the Year 2023 at both the MAT Excellence Awards and National School Awards, this is a very exciting time to join us! Why do we feel we have been recognised as a strong MAT? It is down to our dedicated, talented staff that are committed in delivering nothing but excellence for all our children and young people. We all pride ourselves in fostering a people-first culture, which extends to all our pupils, staff, and stakeholders. We are proud to lead a community of 38 academies, educating of over 25,000 pupils across our five core hubs. Our staff satisfaction is above national benchmarks and we run a range of projects and programmes to address key topics such as workload and wellbeing. Our Opening Minds, Opening Doors strategy is at the forefront of everything we do, we don't just prepare our pupils for the world; we equip them to thrive and succeed within it. Through our collaborative approach to education, we aim to open doors to a world of opportunities, where every child can pursue their dreams. Want to be a part of something extraordinary? Find out more at www.e-act.org.uk

Collaborative Working: Thrive in an environment that values teamwork and collaboration, fostering a culture of shared knowledge and collective success. Support System of 38 Academies: Be part of a network of 38 academies, providing a dedicated support system and opportunities for professional growth and collaboration. Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access to confidential counselling services, providing emotional support and guidance when needed. Cycle to Work: Enjoy a healthy commute with our cycle-to-work programme, making bicycles more affordable. Electric Car Scheme: Take advantage of our environmentally friendly initiative, making electric vehicles more accessible for a sustainable and efficient commute. Generous Pension: Secure your future with a robust pension plan, ensuring financial well-being during retirement. Please read the supporting documentation carefully before completing and returning our application and equal opportunities form. E-ACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references. E-ACT is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.