Head of School
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Position Overview & Specifications
HEAD OF SCHOOL
LE A D E R S H IP P A Y S C A LE 1 8 - 2 4
£ 6 7 , 3 5 1 - £ 7 8 , 0 1 0
Due to an internal promotion the schools Trustees are seeking to appoint an inspiring, ambitious and effective Head of School to be initially based at Prince Albert Primary, who will lead the school through its journey to outstanding. The Head of School will ensure that the school is maintained as a safe and stimulating place of learning, where children will enjoy success and reach their full potential.
Prince Albert Primary School is a caring, inclusive and creative school that is committed to raising aspirations. It holds many nationally recognised awards including: Gold primary sports award, quality mark for health and safety, and the science quality mark award. Prince Albert is a flagship school for Inclusion, is a quality mark centre of excellence and a National Support School. In addition it is a pioneer school for class VR (virtual reality headsets)
The Prince Albert Community Trust (PACT) is a forward thinking and innovative Multi Academy Trust (MAT) with fantastic pupils, trustees and supportive local academy committee members and a great community. We place bespoke professional development and support at the heart of all we do. We are relentless in the pursuit of excellence for all our stakeholders and firmly believe in the coaching model. We are passionate about children’s learning, creative in our approach and constantly reflective in our philosophy. Our family of schools consists of Prince Albert Primary School, Heathfield Primary School, Highfield Junior & Infant School, Birchfield Primary School, Sutton Park Primary and PA High School.
We are a developing MAT, growing steadily with the opportunity for further internal promotion. Current benefits include:
- A working culture that promotes diversity, equality and social justice
- An iPad for all teachers
- Children who love learning and an extensive inclusion and pastoral support team
- Excellent CPD opportunities
- Exceptionally supportive staff and leadership
- Well-resourced schools
- Subsidised Private Health Care package includes counselling, discounted retail and gym membership
- ‘Well - being’ days
- Commitment to School Teacher’s pay and conditions
- Opportunities for promotion and progression
We are proud to offer a supportive and experienced leadership team to work alongside, a hard-working and enthusiastic group of staff, and a well-developed central support team to provide support. If you believe you possess the qualities to take on this exciting challenge, then we would be delighted to hear from you.
Further information about the schools, our outcomes and philosophy can be found on our Trust’s website: https://www.the-pact.co.uk/
The PACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
“This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role”
Closing date: 27th June 2023
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £67,351.00-£78,010.00 per year
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Bereavement leave
- Canteen
- Company events
- Discounted or free food
- Enhanced maternity leave
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Private dental insurance
- Private medical insurance
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
- Store discount
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Birmingham, West Midlands: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 27/06/2023
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
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Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £67,351 - £78,010 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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