Description Aspire Academy Trust is seeking to appoint a full time, permanent Head of School for Sandy Hill Academy. The Sandy Hill Academy school motto is, 'Aspiring to achieve, determined to succeed.' Sandy Hill Academy strives to be a place where children’s individual needs and abilities are recognised and nurtured, their successes acknowledged and celebrated. Sandy Hill children are happy, confident and secure in the knowledge that they are valued and listened to; excited and challenged in an environment that promotes learning, builds resilience and develops essential life skills. The Trust is seeking a dynamic, creative and forward-thinking professional to lead this well-regarded, inclusive and successful school community; an individual who will champion its values and support the children to achieve their very best, both academically and in character. Applications are welcomed from candidates with significant senior leadership experience (either as a Head Of School or Deputy/Assistant) and a proven track-record of raising and maintaining consistently high standards. Aspire is committed to the professional development of all its staff. Heads of School are provided with a continuous programme of high-quality professional development training which is underpinned by a solid foundation of research and evidence. Leaders at all levels benefit from full-service support provided by Aspire Core Services. For further information on the role or to arrange a visit to the school, please contact Andrew Earnshaw via email andrew.earnshaw@iaspire.net The proposed interview dates are 22nd and 23rd April 2026. Completed application forms can be emailed to jobs@aspireacademytrust.org or returned via post to: Aspire Academy Trust, Unit 20, St Austell Business Park, St Austell, Cornwall, PL25 4FD We are committed to safeguarding children and the successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and will be assessed against the Childcare Disqualification Regulations. This is not a Cornwall Council vacancy therefore please contact the organisation direct for further information. Organisation address: Sandy Hill Academy Sandy Hill St Austell Cornwall PL25 3AT Contact detail: Aspire Academy Trust Email: jobs@aspireacademytrust.org Website and link to apply: https://www.aspireacademytrust.org/188/current-vacancies