Job Description

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About this Role

Forest Moor School in Harrogate is seeking a dedicated and ambitious

Assistant Principal

to join our dynamic leadership team with Pastoral responsibility therefore relevant experience/ qualifications in this field advantageous. This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in the continued growth and development of our academy, working closely with the Head of school, Executive Principal and the Trust.

About the Role

As Assistant Principal, you will be instrumental in fostering a culture of high expectations and outstanding teaching and learning. You will lead and coordinate across the academy, contributing to pastoral care and welfare. As Assistant Principal in our SEMH school your role will be multi-faceted, blending general senior leadership duties with a specific focus on the complex needs of the students.


This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who:

Has a proven track record of successful leadership within an educational setting. Is deeply committed to creating a nurturing and inclusive environment where every child can thrive. Expert in the pastoral field Possesses the skills to effectively lead teams, manage conflict constructively, and foster strong collaboration among staff. Communicates exceptionally well, building positive relationships with a wide range of stakeholders. Is enthusiastic about sharing best practices in teaching and learning methodologies, empowering colleagues to excel.

What We Offer:

A supportive and collaborative working environment. Opportunities for professional development. The chance to make a real difference to the lives of our pupils. A welcoming and positive school environment A commitment to your ongoing professional development and well-being.

About the trust

Wellspring Academy Trust was established in 2013. Since then, we have grown into a vibrant community of 33 schools. Our schools are unique and united in aim - to make a difference. We are a mixed community of mainstream Secondary and Primary, Special, and Alternative Provision schools. We operate in eight local authority areas, spanning South, West and North Yorkshire, Humberside and Lincolnshire. Our work has developed beyond our classrooms to offer wider services to benefit other schools and communities.


About the school

Forest Moor aligns with best practice in an SEMH provision; we have a nurturing curriculum model with significant investment in therapeutic and wrap-around support for our students. Our staff are experts, trained in play based therapy and learning, trauma informed and restorative practice. Our children are grouped by their needs, across key stages 2 to 4. We work with children with SEMH as their primary need - many children have diagnoses or traits of Autism, ADHD, anxiety, hypervigilance, specific learning difficulties and more. Our main goal for each child is to meet their needs through working towards the outcomes in their EHCPs.


As Assistant Principal at our Forest Moor school in Harrogate, you will play a vital role in advancing educational standards and contributing to the strategic vision of the school. This role is perfect for a driven individual with a passion for inclusion and a desire to take their leadership to the next level. If you are ready for a rewarding challenge and committed to making a real impact, we would love to hear from you.

NEXT STEPS

For more information on this excellent opportunity as

Assistant Principal

please refer to the job description attached.

Alternatively if you have additional questions then please get in touch: Alec Scott, Vice Principal, a.scott@forestmoor.org.uk or 01423 779232

We encourage interested applicants to come and see our fabulous school so do contact us to arrange this.

We are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion.

We want our people to reflect our diverse communities and create a safe space in which everyone belongs. We welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds and especially those from under-represented groups including those from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities.

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. All posts are offered subject to enhanced DBS checks and appropriate references. All posts are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.


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