Overview
We are seeking an inspirational and highly motivated Assistant Headteacher to relentlessly continue Preston School's drive for excellence in everything that we do. The successful candidate will demonstrate exceptionally high standards across all areas of school leadership and will be committed to supporting the Headteacher's vision of establishing Preston School as a leading provider within the Midsomer Norton Schools Partnership over the next three years. Preston School has a clear and ambitious vision: To Achieve Excellence, by Inspiring Ambition - For Every Student, Every Day. This is a fantastic opportunity to continue the drive for excellence in a school with some of the strongest student outcomes in Somerset, both in terms of academic achievement and progression onto meaningful post-16 education and training. In September 2024, our outcomes placed Preston among the top three schools in Somerset for Attainment 8. We see this as just the beginning of our journey to consistently embed outstanding outcomes across the school. Preston is based in the heart of Somerset, and the successful applicant will benefit from beautiful surroundings, a strong commitment to continued professional development and a welcoming and supportive staff community.
Responsibilities
* An exceptional leader with a track record for improving student outcomes at a department or year group level
* An absolute commitment to the school's vision; To Achieve Excellence, by Inspiring Ambition - For Every Student, Every Day
* A detail focused and analytical mindset, with the ability to effectively analyse school wide attainment data, making effective use of a range of IT systems to inform decision making
* The ability to oversee a range of school wide interventions to ensure the highest possible student outcomes
* The ability to oversee, in time, the school's timetable and curriculum design
* The ability to teach Maths or Computer Science would be beneficial, but other subjects will be considered
Qualifications & Benefits
* Experience in leadership roles with a track record of improving outcomes
* Strong commitment to the school’s vision and values
* Ability to analyse data and use IT systems to inform decisions
* Experience in overseeing timetables and curriculum design (or willingness to develop)
* Teaching experience in Maths or Computer Science is beneficial
* Opportunity for professional development and a supportive staff community
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