What skills and experience we're looking for
Are you an ambitious leader who can build on the strong foundations of an established school community? Do you have a clear vision for cultural excellence and recognise the importance of positive, purposeful relationships with students, staff, families and external partners?
If so, Rudheath Senior Academy would be delighted to hear from you.
We are seeking to appoint a Deputy Headteacher overseeing Behaviour and Attendance from September 2026, as part of an exciting new leadership structure that centres around collaboration and shared responsibility that leads to strong student outcomes.
The successful candidate will provide strategic leadership for behaviour and attendance, while also holding operational oversight of pastoral systems across the academy. We require an enthusiastic and passionate individual with experience at either senior or middle leadership level, with a strong academic and pastoral track record, who is inspirational and dynamic, and with the vision and commitment to make a positive contribution to our school. You will play a key role in shaping a strong, inclusive culture where high expectations, consistency and care enable students to thrive both academically and personally.
What the school offers its staff
North West Academies Trust (NWAT) believes that an aspirational and inspirational education is the right of every child. Our success is driven by a commitment to relentlessly work to improve standards and outcomes for our pupils.
As specialists in providing high-quality education, we are passionate about supporting schools within their communities and helping to ensure outstanding learning opportunities for every child.
As part of NWAT we believe that the best possible education can only be provided if children are happy, well-fed and well-cared for. We understand that children learn best through experiences and that skills should be learned through fun, excitement and challenges. Residentials, swimming, inter-school sports and special days out take pride of place on all of the Trust school calendars.
For our staff, we offer:
* Flexible working arrangements.
* Enrolment to the Medicash Proactive Health Plan to help with costs of everyday healthcare.
* Access to 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme.
* Accredited counsellor to offer wellbeing support for all staff.
* Positive recognition culture.
* Bespoke professional development opportunities.
* Open door policy for communication across the Trust.
* Opportunity to contribute to the growth and development of NWAT.
Commitment to safeguarding
Rudheath Senior Academy is committed to providing a secure environment for pupils where children feel safe and are kept safe. As a school we recognise that safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people is everyone’s responsibility, and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
North West Academies Trust is committed to the safeguarding of children and young people. An enhanced disclosure from the DBS is required.
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