Assistant Headteacher (Pupil Support)

An exceptional opportunity has arisen within our vibrant school community for the role of Assistant Head Teacher from September 2024.The successful applicant will support the Headteacher in overseeing behaviour and pastoral support in line with the school vision and strategic priorities.

You will oversee, promote and improve school attendance; monitor and review behavioural and inclusion data including attendance, lateness, relationships and culture, anti-bullying, exclusions etc; you will work collaborativey with the Pastoral team to ensure that effective safeguarding practices are embedded across the school.

The successful candidate will take lead responsibility for supporting all staff in understanding the behavioural needs of all our pupils and promote a culture and practice that enables all pupils to access the curriculum.

We are looking for someone who believes that high standards of behaviour and personal development are the key to unlocking a child's potential. To learn more about our school, visit our website

Visits to the school are welcomed. Please contact Caroline Perry, Office Manager, on 01785 333360 or by email at c-perry@penkvalley.co.uk to arrange a call or visit.

Essential

• Evidence of successful experience in developing initiatives and managing change, generating enthusiasm for new ideas with staff and students
• Knowledge of how to provide effective pastoral support for students and families
• Proven ability to engage effectively in multi-agency working
• Think and act strategically based on the collation of a range of evidence
• Experience of helping develop others and be committed to our values
• Experience in managing a team
• As part of a leadership team, demonstrate and model high quality teaching and learning.

In return we offer:  

• an exciting opportunity to work as part of a leadership team committed to further developing an inspiring curriculum which is motivating, aspirational and accessible to all
• the opportunity to develop and grow your skills, strengths and leadership
• a strong, conscientious and enthusiastic staff team who work together to provide the best education and support for our pupils
• a welcoming, friendly school 
• the opportunity to innovate and be forward thinking
• a commitment to continuous improvement and professional development

This is an exciting opportunity for a diligent and self-motivated individual to join our leadership team. This post offers the opportunity to take a key role in the strategic direction of a growing school, to provide outstanding care that reduces barriers to learning and educates students on contextual situations. The post holder will be making a strong contribution to promoting the school’s high standards in all areas of school life. 

About the School:

The Rural Enterprise Academy is based in a safe, rural setting where pupils have access to a range of high-quality facilities as well as the great outdoors. Our curriculum makes the most of both, ensuring pupils are able to develop the skills and knowledge they need for a career in our specialism.

We are a small school with only two classes of 30 students per year from Year 7 to Year 11. All students and staff know each other and as such we attract many students who thrive in a quieter, smaller environment than the usual hustle and bustle of a large secondary school. We form a close community of like-minded teachers and learners and together are able to achieve fantastic results.

Our pupils make our school unique and we are very proud of them. Through our research-based approach to teaching and learning, we believe that each and every pupil has the ability to excel regardless of their starting points.

Being part of Penk Valley Academy Trust:

Penk Valley Academy Trust is the local academy Trust for the following schools: Marshbrook First School, Princefield First School, St John’s First School, St Mary & St Chad CE First School, Penkridge Middle School, Wolgarston High School and The Rural Enterprise Academy.

The Trust’s vision and ethos is encapsulated in our motto ‘Learning Together’. Our main aim is to work collaboratively and take collective responsibility for ensuring that every child and young person in our Trust receives an excellent education, achieves high outcomes and realises their potential. All members of staff work incredibly hard to provide the very best education for every child in our care.

Employee benefits

• Access to first class CPD opportunities
• Genuine opportunities for career progression - with 7 schools within the academy
• Professional assistance - you will have access to an Employee Assistance Programme
• Pension - automatic enrolment into Teachers Pension Scheme
• Discounted gym memberships
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Free will writing service

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and responsibility. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

All staff working in the School during the school day will have contact with children and will therefore be in regulated activity. 

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the School is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.