Assistant Principal

Hatcham College is seeking to appoint a new Assistant Principal. Hatcham College is a multi-site school with Key Stage 3 and KS4 and 5 housed separately. We are seeking to appoint a conscientious and committed individual who is flexible and able to meet the demands of a complex yet wonderful school. This key position is responsible for ensuring that pupils achieve their maximum potential by them being ready to learn; for them to develop independence; and to demonstrate resilience and enthusiasm for their learning. You will work within the Senior Leadership Team raising standards across College life, developing the curriculum, well-being and discipline of our students. 

•Key Responsibilities of the role

•Pastoral and Behaviour Management

•To promote excellent attendance and punctuality of students by working with tutors, teachers , students and families

•To promote high standards of dress code of students by utilising inclusive strategies.

•To lead on student leadership and student voice within your Key Stage

•To lead on the analysis of student behaviour and reward data

•To lead on celebrating student achievements

•To be aware of and assume the appropriate level of responsibility for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and to report any concerns in accordance with the College’s safeguarding policies

•To challenge and correct any behaviours that are not in accordance with College policy

•To provide accurate information for parents as directed by the College and department policy and to attend parents’ evenings and other presentation meetings as directed General Responsibilities

•Quality of Education

•To be an excellent role model for all staff in all aspects of classroom practice

•To help to ensure that all the students are able to learn and make exceptional progress

•To lead improvements in teaching and pastoral care across the College

•To lead and monitor the quality of education delivered in assembly and tutor time by your team of tutors

•To support in the delivery of a rigorous and engaging PSHCE curriculum

•To ensure that assessment and moderation processes lead to excellent learning for students, and meet all statutory and other requirements

•To support a collegiate culture in which dialogue about teaching and learning amongst school staff helps drive standards

• To set rigorous targets for assigned curriculum areas, support staff in achieving them and challenge underperformance where necessary

•To support professional learning by attending sessions, meetings and forums as required so that staff can learn from one another

•To work in partnership with colleagues to review the availability and use of resources

•To support the department leaders with arrangements for classes requiring cover in your Key Stage for minimal disruption to pupil learning

•Leadership

•To support members of the staff in maintaining high standards of delivery and discipline across the College

•To share in and support the leadership of the College and to bring out the potential for leadership in others

•To challenge and support others in developing professionally, both formally and informally

•To assist in pupils’ behaviour and learning and quality assure through a range of practices

•To act as a coach and/or line manager to staff where appropriate and to organise induction and regular training

•To help lead the College through external accreditations where appropriate

•To ensure own continuing professional development including attending training opportunities.

•To organise and lead staff training and workshops for parents/carers as appropriate

•To work within the SLT to present an accurate and coherent account to the College’s performance to a range of audiences, enabling them to play their part effectively

•To be able to stimulate students and colleagues through a positive, active and supportive attitude

•To work with other members of HLT to support and organise assemblies and events

To rigorously monitor the impact of improvement strategies and refine as appropriate .

​We want the best people to join our Haberdashers’ community and we are committed to a diverse and inclusive student and staff body. If you are passionate about making a difference and feel that you have the right experience and expertise, you are encouraged to apply to join us on our journey.

To arrange a confidential discussion about this role, please email hatchamhr@habstrustsouth.org.uk . Completed applications should also be sent to hatchamhr@habstrustsouth.org.uk

We will interview candidates as and when applications are received and reserve the right to close this job advert early if we adequately fill the position. It is advised that you submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. This post falls within the scope of regulated activity. Appointment is subject to an enhanced DBS with list checks (and other relevant checks). It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity with children.