Job Description
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We are seeking a Vice Principal to execute the vision and values and continue to drive with us towards establishing the school as a centre of excellence. The successful candidate will be dynamic and responsive; an effective collaborator and communicator, somebody who upholds high expectations of others and even higher standards of personal responsibility. That person will join a school looking to the future, continuing to strive to provide an even better school experience for our community. They will be part of a strong leadership team, and even stronger staff body, who work collegiately to ensure every student is able to succeed. The successful candidate will benefit from the support of a highly engaged trust, working closely with experienced Headteachers and former Headteachers to ensure the school continues to improve. At The Billericay School we take pride in embedding high expectations across all standards within a broad academic curriculum and robust pastoral programme, complimented by an extensive provision of enrichment.
Main areas of Responsibility (this will be negotiated with the individual candidate but could involve):
To oversee the strategic management of data, assessment and target setting (including reporting achievement data to governors and external bodies as required), working with the Principal to set challenging and aspirational school targets
To lead of teaching, learning and assessment across the school providing the necessary Professional Learning Opportunities to ensure the highest of standards are maintained in the classrooms and in student outcomes
To lead on effective behaviour and inclusion, ensuring that the needs of all students are met within and beyond the classroom
Further details are listed on the attached job description.
The Billericay School is a heavily oversubscribed comprehensive in Essex. The school has polite and engaged students who want to learn and benefits from good parental support.
Our Governing Body is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people and expects all staff to share in this commitment. The post is subject to satisfactory medical checks, enhanced DBS clearance and references.
Compass Education Trust is currently engaged in discussions which are expected to result in the transfer of all schools to Harris Federation with effect from 1 September 2026 (the "Proposed Transfer"). Any employment commencing from 1 September 2026 will not be directly impacted under TUPE, but if the proposed transfer proceeds, it is anticipated that your employment will commence with Harris Federation rather than Compass Education Trust. Further details will be discussed with you at the interview stage.
Information about the School
CARING ABOUT SUCCESS
Our School offers:
• Proven standards of academic excellence
• Outstanding educational resources
• A commitment to student care and discipline
• A vibrant and successful Sixth Form
• Enrichment through an extensive and diverse extra-curricular programme
We expect from all our students:
• A commitment to hard work and success
• Self-reliance and a sense of responsibility
• Respect and tolerance for others
The most important resource in any school is its staff. The success of The Billericay School is largely due to our committed, experienced and enthusiastic staff. Our concentration on teaching and learning produces excellent exam results and an orderly atmosphere. The school is committed to high standards in the professional development of its staff and we aim to develop all our employees professionally to improve educational standards, maintain high morale and assist in recruitment and retention.
Our Governing body is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. The successful applicant will be offered a position subject to full pre-employment checks including an enhanced DBS clearance, satisfactory medical checks and 2 satisfactory references.
About the Trust
We are a small Multi Academy Trust based in the South-East of Essex and currently manage four local secondary schools. Each school within our Trust is a place where we believe in the power of education to transform lives.
Our philosophy is centred around the belief that schools can achieve better educational outcomes for students by working together as a collective entity. The Compass Trust is founded on the principles of collaboration, innovation, and inclusivity, with the aim of providing a supportive and nurturing environment that enables schools to flourish and students to succeed.
Additional Benefits
As a valued member of our team, you will be entitled to the following benefits (*Subject to eligibility criteria)
• Employer Pension Contribution
• Access to the “Cycle to Work” scheme
• Eye test vouchers in partnership with Specsavers
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (includes confidential counselling and online discounts)
• Virtual GP Access - including minors 16 and under
• Annual onsite flu vaccination programme
• Free tea and coffee provided daily and cake on Fridays
• Discounted Tastecard subscription
We encourage visits from prospective candidates to meet members of our school community and to experience our school at first hand. If you would like to do this, please contact Miss D Ancient, PA to the Headteacher, on 01277 655191 or via email to dancient@billericayschool.com
We may hold interviews as and when applications are received, and we reserve the right to offer to a candidate prior to the closing date. With this in mind, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
Thank you for your interest in our school and we look forward to hearing from you. More information can be found on our school website: www.billericayschool.com