Assistant Head Teacher

Job Description

Location: Essex

Permanent, full time position - Leadership scale 1-5 (fringe) - £51,151 - £56,320

Maple Grove Primary School is a proud member of the Lion Academy Trust.

Are you an outstanding teacher and now want to make that step into Leadership to have a wider impact on Children? Are you not getting the opportunity to progress within your current school? Do you have a relentless focus on improving outcomes & life chances for all pupils irrespective of context or situation?
Then this role may be for you!

This is an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Head of School to join our team at Maple Grove Primary School to make a positive impact in raising standards and the quality of experience for our children.

Working with the Head of School and also alongside the wider leadership team, you will be based at Maple Grove Primary School and will be responsible for developing consistent practice in teaching and learning, pastoral care, safeguarding and behaviour, ensuring that children achieve the highest standards of attainment and achievement.

We are seeking an Assistant Head Teacher who is:

• Able to lead, motivate, challenge and inspire whole school communities
• Committed to achieving the highest possible standards of learning and teaching
• Dynamic and enthusiastic with the vision and energy to help lead schools to excellence
• Friendly and approachable with excellent communication skills and a passion for teaching
• Experienced in school improvement with a proven track record of success and strong leadership indeveloping some aspect of teaching and learning.

Just some of the reasons that Lion Academy Trust is your next career choice:

• Lively, friendly and aspirational children who are determined to make the most of their schooling
• A dynamic and dedicated team of teachers and support staff who want the best for their children
• Career progression and leadership opportunities
• A supportive and forward thinking Trust Board, Parental Advisory Body and parent community
• Excellent opportunities for further professional development, through the Lion Academy Trust.
• Competitive salaries and pay progression - annual pay increments having previously provided a boosteven when these were frozen nationally.
• Support for bicycle/e-bike and IT equipment purchases via salary sacrifice schemes.
• Cashback/discounts on large purchases, including consumer goods, technology and travel, across a rangeof leading retailers from your Day 1
• Access to our free, confidential Employee Assistance Programme for employees and their families, whichoffers financial, legal and relationship advice among other things.
• Access to our Well-being Programme with an app that includes webinars, online fitness sessions andnutritional advice.
• Additional non-contact time over and above statutory PPA time for teaching staff supported by mentorsand leaders.
• A fully resourced, sequenced curriculum across 11 subjects.
• Unlimited access to continuous professional development through providers such as The National Collegeand The Key throughout your career with us.
• Reduced marking requirements due to the development of Assessment Proficient Learners.
• Meeting or exceeding nationally agreed terms and conditions for both teaching and support staff.
• Clear and well-implemented policies and professional standards in key areas such as behaviour, parentalengagement, and supporting staff in challenging situations.
• Access to shared knowledge, expertise and best practice from staff at other Trust schools.

We can offer you:

• unlimited access to CPD and career development through providers such as The National College and The Key.

• a dynamic, dedicated team of teachers and support staff who want the best for their children

• enthusiastic, friendly and aspirational children who are determined to make the most of their schooling

• a vibrant school with rewards and opportunities for motivated and committed individuals

• Lion Pathways Curriculum

• Employee Assistance programme for you and your immediate family

• Perks at Work discounted cinema tickets, travel schemes

If you would like to discuss this role, Please contact Donna Sims, Human Resource Manager on 01268 553547 or email: recruitment@maplegroveprimary.net

To apply for this position please use the following link :https://www.lionacademytrust.net/currentvacancies/Assistant-Headteacher-3 or visit our trust websitewww.lionacademytrust.net where you can find all our vacancies.

Information about the School

Lion Academy Trust (LAT) have an outstanding reputation nationally, are high performing, forward looking and innovative. They work hand in hand to lead schools across London, Essex and Northants.

Further details please visit: www.lionacademytrust.net