To start September 2022
We are looking to appoint a committed professional with successful middle leadership and some whole school experience, to the role of Assistant Headteacher of KS3 at Twyford C of E high school.
Twyford Church of England High School, an Ofsted outstanding school with a thriving Sixth Form, is one of four Twyford Trust schools, and the new post-holder will be joining us at a time of growth. The organisation therefore offers good promotion prospects for motivated and enthusiastic teachers who support the ethos of our schools.
The main purpose of the post is to ensure all students achieve outstanding outcomes through effective delivery curriculum & assessment as well as pastoral and wider learning. The post is therefore an excellent opportunity for a motivated and committed professional with an intelligent interest in whole school leadership to develop as a well-rounded member of the SLT. The successful candidate will be an outstanding classroom practitioner with the experience drive to lead within a staff team committed to achieving outstanding results for all students irrespective of ability. S/He will be enthused by the prospect of maintaining a student learning culture which is engaging and aspirational. S/he will set high standards for students and staff in all aspects of school life.
This role presents a unique professional development opportunity for a candidate who already has significant expertise in leading a large curriculum area or a pastoral team which has focussed on both attainment and wellbeing. The role provides the opportunity to grow as a key member of the SLT and to develop towards Deputy Headship – s/he will develop as an Assistant Headteacher within a visionary and enterprising context, and with the support of an experienced Executive team. The usual salary range for this role is L10-14. The school will consider candidates of exceptional ability who have less than the specified experience where there is evidence of outstanding outcomes (see person spec) salary adjustment would apply if the role were taken forward in reduced form and with additional support.
For more information about the school please visit the Twyford Trust and Twyford C of E High School websites. https://twyford.ealing.sch.uk/
The successful candidate will have:
- *A good degree and QTS
- *Proven record of outstanding results
- *Outstanding skills as a classroom teacher
- *An excellent record of as a Middle Leader (curriculum or pastoral)
- *An excellent record of developmental work in current role
- *Experience of curriculum and assessment (design and development)
- *Experience of managing or implementing pastoral systems and initiatives
- *Experience of managing others / managing change
- *Ability to be reflective and driven towards self-improvement
- *A commitment to the ethos of the school.
We offer:
- *Exceptional professional development and career progression
- *Positive working relationships at all levels
- *A supportive and lively Leadership Team.
The Twyford Trust
The Twyford Trust was established in October 2011 to enable an existing School, Twyford CE High School, to build on its successes and look outward to the large number of parents who were eager to become part of its community. The Twyford Trust aims to deliver outstanding education in a comprehensive school setting, and embraces the Twyford School motto ‘Life in all its fullness’, encouraging students to use their individual gifts wisely and well. Supported by the London Diocesan Board for Schools (LDBS), the Trust is the overarching organisation which provides support for all Trust schools – the Trust comprises four schools in the London Borough of Ealing. The Trust has a highly evolved common curriculum which has been devised by staff within the 4 schools. The Trust is also the hub of a teaching school alliance and prides itself on the standards of peer-led CPD within a dynamic culture of self-improvement.
Twyford CE High School, Acton
Twyford CE High School was set up by the LDBS in 1981. The school has an excellent reputation and is rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted (May 2012) and SIAMS (April 2017). It has developed specialisms in Music and Modern Foreign Languages, as well as a large and highly successful Sixth Form in which Maths, Maths and Computing are the largest areas. Since its inception the school has grown considerably and now admits around 975 students aged 11 to 16, and an additional 500 students to the Sixth Form.
How to apply
Please visit the Vacancies page of the Twyford Trust website to download the job description and application form: https://twyfordacademies.org.uk/job-vacancies
Applications must be submitted to Recruitment at Twyford School by the closing date and time. They should be emailed to recruitment@twyfordacademies.org.uk
The Twyford Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undergo the child protection screening appropriate to the post, including an enhanced disclosure from the DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) and references from previous employers. For more information about the DBS please visit: https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/dbs-checking-service-guidance–2
You will also be expected to sign and adhere to the school’s safeguarding children and young people and safe working practice agreement which is available as a download on the school website Vacancies page.
Closing date: completed application form to be submitted to the school by email by 9 am on Friday 4 February 2022
Interview date: Thursday 10 February 2022