Head of Access

THE ROLE

Education enrichment is one of the key pillars of Future Academies. Future Academies believe that a strong careers and education enrichment programme is an essential part of raising the aspirations of its students, giving them the knowledge and skills to achieve excellence, regardless of their background, and preparing them for the world of work, future education, training and employment.

As part of our central team, the Head of Access will play a pivotal role in achieving this vision, supporting our growing family of nine academies (and counting) to deliver an exceptional access programme.

Please refer to the recruitment pack attached for the full person specification.

WHO WE ARE

Pimlico Academy is a flourishing mixed, non-selective secondary school and sixth form based in Pimlico, London, admitting students from the ages of 11 to 18.

We are part of Future Academies, a Multi-Academy Trust which includes three primary schools and seven secondary schools in and around London and Hertfordshire. We are motivated by a mission of social change and reducing educational inequality. We are unique in our approach to a knowledge-rich curriculum – our school motto is libertas per cultum (freedom through education) – and in our strong emphasis on raising young people’s aspirations and outcomes through the teaching of classical and traditional subjects.

WHY CHOOSE US? 

• Supportive department, wider staff body and Senior Leadership Team.
• A culture of high expectations and a culture where achievement is celebrated.
• Great student culture and supportive systems that are used consistently across the school.
• Access to high-quality professional development, including instructional coaching and NPQs.
• You will have the opportunity to contribute to the development of our curriculum.

This ethos is embodied in our Trust values – Knowledge, Aspiration, and Respect – and in our motto, libertas per cultum (“freedom through education”).

HOW TO APPLY

If you are interested in applying for the post of Head of Access at Pimlico Academy, please click on the Apply button to complete an application form.

We look forward to receiving your application.

Closing date: 9am on 6 January 2025.

Future Academies reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the advert closing date.

Pimlico Academy is passionate about diversity and inclusivity and welcomes applications from applicants with skills and experiences to fulfil the requirements of the job description and whose values and qualities reflect those in the person specification. We encourage applications from applicants regardless of any protected characteristic.

Pimlico Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. To this end, both an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and a Barred List check are required for this role.