Assistant Principal

Baylis Court School is a popular and oversubscribed school for girls aged 11-18 in Slough, Berkshire. We are seeking to appoint, from January 2025 or sooner, an exceptional Assistant Principal, to join our fantastic community.

You will find a refreshingly collaborative culture here, underpinned by mutual respect and trust. The Principal and Senior Leadership Team are visible, positive and proactive. Staff enjoy working at Baylis Court where they are recognised and valued, enjoying personalised professional development that is tailored to each individual’s interests and aspirations. Our students are polite, confident and highly motivated. They enjoy school, love learning and are driven to accomplish excellent results.

We are looking to recruit a talented individual who shares the school’s vision to inspire our students to be leaders of tomorrow. The successful candidate will demonstrate the determination, grit and positive attitude required to realise this ambition. The role of Assistant Principal at Baylis Court School is one which requires the successful candidate to provide clear leadership, challenge and support for colleagues. This must be carried out in a way that is professional, carried out with integrity and motivational for all members of the community.

The role of the Assistant Principal involves direct contribution to school self-evaluation and also drives improvement in specific areas of the school development plan. Specific areas of responsibility for this role are outlined in the Job Description. We will appoint a leader who will use their knowledge, skills and experience to improve provision for all students at Baylis Court School.

 The person appointed will be given full support in their career development as we believe that development of staff is a key aspect in raising standards for our students.

If you believe that you are the right person for this role, we look forward to hearing from you.

We also a forward-thinking Employee Assistance Programme, Medical Cash Plan, Wider Wallet benefits, cycle to work scheme and eyecare voucher scheme. No lesson cover and generous non-teaching time allocation. Since we’re close to the centre of Slough, travel connections are first-rate, with the M4 within easy reach and the mainline rail station.

Closing Date: noon, 7 October 2024

Interview Date: Friday 11 October 2024

If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact Allison Worley, Human Resources Manager aworley@thameslearningtrust.co.uk 

or

Rosie Bounds, Principal’s PA on RBO@bayliscourt.slough.sch.uk 

To apply for this position click apply now.

Application forms are also available via the school website

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all the staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any offer of employment is subject to satisfactory references and enhanced DBS checks.