The Westwood Academy is an important partner school in the Kenilworth Multi Academy Trust. It is an 11-18 mixed comprehensive with 870 on roll including 99 in the Sixth Form. The profile of the school is diverse and reflective of the population within Coventry. The percentage of students having SEND is 25.6%, EAL 27.4% and pupil premium students 35.6%.
The school is highly inclusive community, characterised by excellent relationships between students, staff members and families. The school is a rapidly improving and ambitious to be even better, embracing its motto ‘Better never stops’. Relationships with the Trust and wider community are excellent and create a sense of belonging to a larger family.
As well as being a great place to learn, The Westwood Academy is a supportive school in which to work. Our students are happy and are supported to achieve their full potential and enjoy their learning.
We are seeking to appoint an exceptional leader and educational practitioner with a passion for inclusion for all and a commitment to secure the best outcomes for young people. Students can expect high quality education provision, expert teaching and support and a wide range of opportunities outside of the classroom.
Our ideal candidate will:
* Be an outward facing, impactful leader with vision and drive
* Be an outstanding classroom practitioner with a track record of maintaining high academic standards
* Be able to think strategically, innovate and work collaboratively with all stakeholders within the Kenilworth Multi Academy Trust
* Build on our extensive links and partnerships with local primary schools and the wider community
* Work productively with a newly formed Local Governing Board
* Be able to inspire, challenge and empower our dedicated staff and motivated students
* Be an ambassador for The Westwood Academy and KMAT through ‘Aspiring to Excellence through Quality, Ambition and Independence’
We will provide you with:
* A cohesive school community with strong relationships between students and staff
* Highly motivated, respectful students with a strong desire to learn
* A team of highly committed and professional staff members
* A commitment to enable high quality continuing professional development for you
* A very supportive, highly committed CEO, Local Governing Board and Trust Board
You are warmly welcomed to visit the school on Wednesday 21st January, by prior arrangement. Please call Laura Midwinter Head of HR on 01926 859421 extension 021, or email l.midwinter@kmat.org.uk to arrange a visit.
Please go to MyNewTerm to download the application pack for further information about the school and the role. Please create an account to then apply for the role. We look forward to receiving your application.
Closing date for applications is: 12 noon on Wednesday 28th January 2026.
Shortlisting will take place on 2nd February 2026.
Interviews will be held on: Wednesday 11th February for shortlisted candidates and Thursday 12th February for those taken to the final stage of the process.
The post is available from either April 2026 or September 2026 depending on availability.
The Westwood Academy and the Kenilworth Multi Academy Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are made subject to receipt of a completed application form, satisfactory references and Enhanced DBS Disclosure.