Assistant Principal

Overview

Hillcrest Academy is seeking an inspirational colleague for the role of Assistant Principal. The successful candidate will support the Academy’s Development Plan and have a desire to make a real difference to the lives and chances of our children. The role requires a passion for inspirational leadership to staff and young people in a disadvantaged community. An interest or experience of working in Early Years or as a SENCo would be preferable;

we welcome applications from candidates who want to make a difference to vulnerable children.

We are proud of our role at the centre of a vibrant, wonderful community; we feel privileged to welcome every child and family into our holistic academy. It is our promise to ensure that children currently living in the Chapeltown, Harehills and surrounding areas of Leeds enjoy access to a truly inspirational primary academy.

• Support the Academy’s Development Plan and deliver inspirational leadership to staff and students in a disadvantaged community.
• Set high expectations, challenge under‑achievement and retain positive, encouraging relationships with staff, students and parents.
• Engage effectively with parents and carers in learning and promote a positive school culture.

• Successful record of teaching with strong examination results at KS1 or KS2 (applicants must have gained Qualified Teacher Status).
• Outstanding classroom practitioner.
• Positive and optimistic approach to working with young people.
• Evidence of impact in improving student outcomes at subject or whole school level.
• Good focus on standards to raise achievements.

• Membership of a teacher or local government pension scheme, depending on the role.
• Commitment to continued investment in our professionals, supporting every member of staff throughout their career in the trust.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme which provides confidential professional advice and support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
• £2k Cycle to work scheme.