Headteacher
Altwood Church of England School
Windsor and Maidenhead
- Expired
- Salary:
- Group 6 Leadership Scale Points L29-35
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2024
- Apply by:
- 5 February 2024
Job overview
The governors of this successful 11-18 Comprehensive School (Converter Academy) seek to make the following appointment: Headteacher
We are looking for a dynamic and inspirational leader to be Altwood Church of England Headteacher. Someone who aligns with our vision and values, and is dedicated to further developing our school community, which is centred around each student as an individual.
This is a unique opportunity to play a significant leadership role, not only in the school but in the development of the new “Agape Multi Academy Trust” of which Altwood is one of the founding schools.
Altwood Church of England School is a Good (Ofsted 2023) school. We take pride in our learning community where our Gospel values underpin our drive for continuing success.
We can offer you a comprehensive induction package and CPD to support your personal progress. At Altwood Church of England School you will have the opportunity to have an impact on whole school development and make a real difference to the lives of students.
The school is situated in an extremely pleasant location 40 minutes from central London by train and well served by local road, rail and other transport links.
Further information about this post and application form can be found on the school’s website. Please email the Head’s PA, Nicola Walker at nwalker@altwoodschool.co.uk should you have any questions regarding this post or if you wish to arrange a tour of the school.
Closing date: 10am, Monday 5 February 2024
Agency applications will not be considered.
Altwood School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undergo the child protection screening appropriate to the post, including an enhanced disclosure from the DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) and references from previous employers. For more information about the DBS please see https://www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check
Altwood School is committed to Equal Opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
Altwood Road, Maidenhead, Berks SL6 4PU
Tel: 01628 622236
Attached documents
About Altwood Church of England School
- Altwood Church of England School
- Altwood Road, Maidenhead
- Berkshire
- SL6 4PU
- United Kingdom
Altwood Church of England School is a mixed 11-18 secondary school and the only Church of England secondary school in Maidenhead, Berkshire. Altwood School converted to academy status in August 2012. The pupil roll is around 780, including some 140 students who attend the school’s sixth form.
In 1836, the school site was home to Boyn Hill Church of England Senior Girls School and St Lukes Church of England Secondary Boys School but in 1907 the two schools merged to produce a coeducational school called Altwood Church of England Secondary School. Altwood School became a comprehensive school in 1975 and a Business and Enterprise College specialist school in 2007.
Altwood Church of England School welcomes pupils of all faiths and no faith, but expects its Christian ethos to be respected.
Headteacher
Neil Dimbleby
Values and vision
The school is built on Gospel values and is committed to bringing the teaching and vision of Jesus to bear on every aspect of the school community and society. The Gospel values encompass a range if qualities, including justice, forgiveness, peace, endurance, compassion and a commitment to community
Altwood stated mission is “to offer an outstanding education for our students and prepare them for successful, independent lives in the 21stcentury.” It aims to be a high achieving academic community, developing the skills pupils need to fulfil their personal ambitions within the culture and values of the Christian faith.
Ofsted
“The curriculum contributes well to the general well-being of the students and their spiritual, moral, social and cultural development. The Christian ethos supports students in understanding the importance of respect and responsibility.”
View Altwood Church of England School’s latest Ofsted report
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