Vice Principal

Endike Academy is now recruiting for a Vice Principal. This role could be your next career opportunity.

If you are ambitious, inspirational, creative, open-minded and want to be part of our success then we want to hear from you.

We are driven to provide our young people with access to a world-class education and enrichment experiences. Our students benefit from a wealth of opportunities to develop, learn and lead. From the classroom, to cultural visits, sports, music and arts and engaging with our local communities, the rich and varied experiences we create help fuel ambition and unlock potential. The education and experiences we offer equips our young people with the leadership skills, team spirit, resilience and confidence to become outstanding citizens.

About the role

Your responsibility will be to set the strategic academic direction for the school, in conjunction with the Head, and to ensure excellent, innovative standards of teaching and learning are achieved across all academic departments. The role requires the ability to grasp the bigger picture and the tiniest detail at the same time, and to command the respect of staff, pupils, parents, and Governors.

This is a permanent, full time position. 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year.

Under the overall direction of the Principal play a lead role:

• In formulating the aims, objectives of the schools and establishing the policies through which they are to be achieved
• Be responsible for the standards and curriculum of all pupils including monitoring of progress towards achievement
• Play a leading role in the school improvement and school self-evaluation planning process
• In partnership with the Headteacher manage school resources
• Devise, implement and monitor action plans and other policy developments
• Lead by example to motivate and work with others
• Take full responsibility for the school in the absence of the Headteacher
• Carry out the professional duties of a teacher as required
• Take responsibility for child protection issues as appropriate
• Take responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people within the school
• Be responsible for lunchtimes, including the lunchtime supervisors on a daily basis. Sharing lunchtime duties with the Headteacher

About our Academy

Endike Primary Academy is situated in the North of Hull. We are the proud providers of 2 year old provision and now offer education from age 2 up to age 11.

Our Academy is part of the David Ross Education Trust, a network of 35 unique and diverse academies is committed to becoming the top performing multi-academy trust (MAT) in the country. We pride ourselves on our academic rigour, driven by talented, dedicated and inspiring teachers who help our students to fulfil their true potential.

Salary & Benefits

• L8 - L12: £59,167.00 - £65,286.00 FTE per annum depending on experience
• Access to Teachers’ Pension Scheme
• Regional networks of Trust colleagues and access to key leaders in Education
• Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including dedicated Employee Assistance Programme
• Awards and Recognition Scheme
• Flexible working patterns
• Benefits Platform
• holiday discounts
• cinema tickets
• restaurant booking discounts
• Cycle to Work Scheme

Who we are looking for

Under the overall direction of the Principal play a lead role:

• In formulating the aims, objectives of the schools and establishing the policies through which they are to be achieved
• Be responsible for the standards and curriculum of all pupils including monitoring of progress towards achievement
• Proactively manage staff and resources
• Take full responsibility for the school in the absence of the Headteacher
• Carry out the professional duties of a teacher as required
• Take responsibility for child protection issues as appropriate
• Take responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people within the school
• Be responsible for lunchtimes, including the lunchtime supervisors on a daily basis. Sharing lunchtime duties with the Headteacher
• The ideal candidate will:
• be able to communicate clearly, understand and follow instructions.
• be able to talk to students and adults in a clear and calm manner

The ideal candidate will have:

• a professional qualification relating to childcare or child education
• relevant work experience in an educational setting
• significant experience of interacting with children and families
• the ability to work on own initiative
• excellent organisational skills and ability to maintain an organised and professional working environment
• the ability to maintain accurate written/electronic records and produce concise and informative report

About The David Ross Education Trust

The David Ross Education Trust () mission is to give every child attending one of our schools a world-class education.

Broadening the horizons of young people by inspiring students to become their confident, academic best via an education that creates academically gifted, confident, well-rounded young people in the classroom, in the workplace and in their communities.

Whatever your role you will contribute towards creating a rich and exciting learning environment that also offers our students an unrivalled package of sporting and cultural enrichment.

Our aim is to be the country’s top-performing Multi-Academy Trust (MAT). Recognised as a nationwide system leader, the Trust runs 35 schools between London and Yorkshire, ranging from small rural primaries to much larger secondary schools in urban areas. We have an all through school in London based on the Olympic Park as well as a special school in Lincolnshire which caters for pupils aged 2-19 who have a diverse range of special educational needs.

Apply now

Interviews week commencing - 16th December 2024

To complete our on-line application form, please use the ‘apply here’ button.

Early applications are advised. We receive high numbers of applications for our roles and therefore have to close the vacancy prior to the closing date in order to review candidates' details against our job criteria before shortlisting or re-opening the vacancy.

The David Ross Education Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.

It is our objective to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential. We do not discriminate against any applicants on the basis of any protected characteristics.

The David Ross Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo vetting appropriate to the post, including a social media presence check and Enhanced DBS check. The successful applicant will be expected to adhere to all safeguarding, welfare and health and safety policies and procedures of the Trust.

All pre-employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education" statutory guidance.