Headteacher - Full-time

The Headteacher, with the support of the Trust, will be instrumental in managing a smooth transition to the new site, ensuring that the school's strong Christian ethos and commitment to inclusivity, academic excellence, and student well-being remain at the forefront. This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of a vibrant, evolving community school, as it gradually increases to two-form entry.
We are seeking a driven and values-led leader who can build on our current strengths while fostering a culture of continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will reassure existing families and inspire prospective parents, championing Rosherville C of E Academy as a diverse, forward-thinking and creative school. Throughout this period of change, your dynamic leadership, energy and compassion will motivate staff, inspire pupils, and build confidence in the community.
As the school's ambassador in its new home, you will play a vital role in promoting its exceptional educational provision and establishing its reputation within the wider community. Aletheia Academies Trust will provide collaborative support, enabling you to access resources, implement innovative practices and drive strategic improvements in teaching, learning, and student outcomes.
As the school grows, so will your role, with ample opportunities for professional development and leadership expansion. There is an expectation that as the school expands, the Headteacher will make accelerated progress through the leadership pay scale.
You will be a visible and inspiring presence, setting the tone for a culture of excellence, inclusivity, and aspiration. This is an extraordinary opportunity for a dedicated and passionate leader to shape a school with a bright and exciting future.
Please download a vacancy pack below and apply via My New Term. Visits to the school are encouraged and will be available the week commencing 6th January 2025. Please contact us to arrange a visit.
Aletheia Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers, governors and Trustees to share this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check along with other relevant employment checks, including overseas criminal background checks where applicable. Our policy statement on the recruitment of ex-offenders can be found on our website. All new employees, volunteers, governors and Trustees will be required to undertake safeguarding training on induction which will be regularly updates in line with statutory guidance.

As the new Headteacher of Rosherville C of E Academy, you will have the unique opportunity to lead this school into the next exciting chapter of its journey. This pivotal leadership role comes at a crucial time, as the school prepares for relocation to a state-of-the-art facility and embarks on a journey of growth and expansion.

Rosherville Church of England Academy is a welcoming school situated in Northfleet, on the edge of Gravesend town centre.
Everyone in our school works together to provide valuable and memorable learning experiences for our children. and to ensure that each child is given the best possible chance to flourish. We believe that children learn from and with each other and we therefore take every opportunity to encourage children to collaborate in their learning.
We are part of the Aletheia Academies Trust and we benefit from shared professional development opportunities and sharing of good practice among our schools. We also work closely with St Mark's Church.
As a school we are well resourced and make the best use of our space. Our subject-centred curriculum offers lots of opportunities for active, hands-on learning and our children enjoy coming to school. Pupils come from a wide range of backgrounds and we have many EAL learners. We have a breakfast club, after school club and a range of after school opportunities.