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Assistant Headteacher

St Helena School Β· Colchester, East of England

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Join a Community Where We β€˜Aspire, Believe, and Achieve’ Together at St Helena School Do you have the skills to foster a stimulating environment where every child can achieve their very best? Ready to inspire young minds to dream big? At St Helena School, we strive towards a mindset that anything is possible. We provide our young people with the confidence, motivation, and resilience to be successful through a wide and inclusive curriculum. We're looking for an inspirational, highly motivated and exceptional Assistant Headteacher to join our dedicated Senior Leadership Team at St Helena in September. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious, dynamic, and values-driven individual who is an unshakable believer in the principle that all children matter and is passionately dedicated to making a tangible, positive difference in their lives and educational outcomes. The successful candidate will possess a proven, demonstrable track record of effective leadership and management within an educational setting. Crucially, the successful applicant must be an expert in the art of relationship-building, capable of effectively forging and maintaining strong, positive, and productive relationships with all key stakeholders: students, families, and staff. This encompasses being a visible, approachable, and authoritative presence within the school community, fostering a culture of mutual respect, high expectation, and collaboration. Visits to the school are welcomed and encouraged. To arrange a visit, please contact Ann-Marie Swash (PA to Headteacher) via: ann-marie.swash@sth.school A Day in the Life: Some of your key responsibilities will be: To assist the Headteacher and Leadership team in providing leadership and management of the school. To provide strategic leadership for specified whole school priorities relating to inclusion. To be an excellent classroom practitioner who inspires and motivates other teachers. To help develop and oversee the alternative provision. What We're Looking For: You are the perfect fit for our team if you have: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) A minimum of two years school leadership experience Experience of leading change and innovation in an educational context Achieved or working towards a higher qualification in education or management. Why Choose The Sigma Trust? We believe in investing in our staff and fostering a culture of collaboration. We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive package designed to support your professional and personal life. Professional Development: A robust CPD training program that empowers you to flourish. Unrivalled opportunities to collaborate with colleagues across the Trust, sharing ideas and building strong professional relationships. Employee Benefits: A competitive salary and excellent pension scheme A Health Cash Plan to help manage your everyday healthcare costs Access to a confidential Em

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Location Colchester, East of England
Posted Yesterday
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