Assistant Headteacher
Barnsley College
Barnsley
- £41,320 - £45,096 per year
- Expiring soon
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- 08/11/2024
- Apply by:
- 24 November 2024
Job overview
Assistant Headteacher – Barnsley College
Direct Entry
Salary: £41,320 to £45,096 per annum
Contract Type: Permanent Full time 37 hours per week
Reference: REC1919 | Closing date: Sunday 24th November 2024
The opportunity
At Barnsley College, our students are at the heart of everything we do. We are driven by a bold vision, inspiring purpose, and a set of core values that shape our mission to transform lives. We encourage both staff and students to dream big, and we take pride in a culture of excellence that fuels the aspirations of everyone in our community.
We’re now looking for an exceptional Assistant Headteacher to lead and inspire our 14-16 Direct Entry learners to achieve their full potential. This is a pivotal role, as Assistant Headteacher, you will lead the development and delivery of our GCSE and personal development curriculum, ensuring that every learner receives the education they need to thrive.
You’ll provide strong leadership, drive staff motivation, and build a talented, dedicated team that work to the highest standards on a daily basis. You may also be asked to take on teaching responsibilities, further strengthening our commitment to providing high-quality education for all.
As our new Assistant Headteacher, you will be integral to our mission of transforming lives. You’ll leave a lasting, positive impact on our 14-16 Direct Entry students, helping to shape their futures. At Barnsley College, we offer a supportive and dynamic work environment where staff are valued and empowered to succeed.
If this sounds like the job for you apply today and join us on our journey!
Reasons to join us
- We offer substantial annual leave entitlement (Up to 47 days per year including bank and public holidays)
- Local Government Pension Scheme – with a generous 19.2% employer contribution!
- We invest in our people through funded CPD opportunities, regular staff development training and paid volunteering days
- Career advancement opportunities with tailored support for staff to progress
- 24/7 access to same day appointments with a GP
- Exclusive discounts and cashback for retail, dining and leisure as part of YouatWork
- Access to health cash plans as members of the Westfield Health Scheme or Health Shield
- College gym membership with onsite facilities
- Supporting employee mental health through access to free counselling services and the Foundations App
- Discounts schemes for greener travel including Northern Rail, Trainline and Cycle to Work
- Free Microsoft Office 365 for personal use on up to five machines
- Access to discounted hair and beauty therapies at our onsite salon
- On site subsidised Starbucks and food outlets offering a variety of dining options
· Our shared purpose - We believe in transforming the lives of both our learners and staff
The Barnsley College Advantage
When you join us, you can expect to benefit from “The Barnsley College Advantage”. This is the advantage of:
· Being supported to achieve your personal and professional goals
· A range of flexible working opportunities
· Autonomy, Empowerment and Accountability
· Short and Long Term development commitments
· Access to experiencing work in a range of areas
· Working in a Value and Behaviour led organisation
· Reward and Recognition
· Having your voice heard at every level
· Comprehensive Wellbeing Support
About you
This role requires a dedicated individual with a strong commitment to improving educational outcomes for children and young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN). The ideal candidate will possess the skills and experience to effectively lead a team in supporting these learners. Previous experience working with 14-16 year olds in an educational setting is essential, and prior management experience in a related field would be highly advantageous.
Below is a list of some of the key skills, qualifications and experience we are seeking for this exciting opportunity.
Required
· Subject specific Degree or professional qualification at Level 4
· Teaching qualification (PGCE/Cert Ed and QTS/QTLS)
· Evidence of CPD update
· Experience of working with 14-16 year olds in an educational setting
· Teaching experience in a relevant setting
· Preferred
· SENCo qualification (NASENCo)
· Management qualification
Please note you will be directed to the Barnsley College website to complete your application. Closing date for applications Sunday 24th November 2024 - We reserve the right to close this vacancy early depending on the level of interest.
Barnsley College is committed to creating a dynamic and diverse workforce and welcomes applications from all candidates regardless of their gender, disability, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or faith. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview. The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure from DBS.
Please be aware that it is a Criminal offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection to children.
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About Barnsley College
Barnsley College is rated outstanding by Ofsted. It has approximately 9,000 students and offers various programmes including vocational courses, A Levels, apprenticeships, technical courses (T Levels), part-time and Higher Education courses.
Barnsley College is an outstanding place to work; our vision is to Transform Lives, not just for our students but for our staff too, and we encourage them to dream big.
We employ approximately 800 people, making us one of the region’s largest employers.
To ensure we retain our excellent people we invest in our workforce, giving them access to training, development and career progression opportunities. We also reward and look after our staff with generous annual leave entitlements, wellbeing programmes, regular staff development and networking events, flexible working opportunities, and many discounts and offers, such as reduced gym membership.
Colleagues tell us that they like working at the College and this is reflected by our staff survey which consistently shows a high satisfaction rate.
The College offers the following benefits to its staff in addition to competitive salaries:
- Generous leave entitlement (Teaching Staff – 55 days, Support and Management Staff – 47 days)
- Access to Local Government or Teachers’ Pension Scheme
- Cycle to work (cycle purchase scheme)
- Excellent access to the College by public transport
- Northern Rail season ticket scheme
- Comprehensive Wellbeing Programme including on-site health checks, access to smoking cessation services and weight management group
- Family Friendly Policies including enhanced maternity and parental leave and opportunities for job sharing and flexible working
- Training and Development including support for teaching staff to achieve a recognised teaching qualification, job related training and development for all staff to encourage career progression
- Reduced price gym membership for College staff at the Honeywell Sports Village facility
- Membership of the Westfield Health Scheme or Health Shield (contributory) through Payroll
- Discounted hairdressing, beauty and complementary therapies available at Images salon
- Access to support and advice on a range of financial, wellbeing and individual matters (including IMASS portal and access to counselling services)
- Access to a benefits website offering discounts at a number of retailers
- Free Microsoft Office 365 for personal use on up to five machines
Wherever your expertise lies, if you’d like to work at a highly successful College in a supportive and nurturing environment, then you’re looking in the right place.
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