Principal

Salary: Leadership Pay Scale Points: 21-24 (£77,194 to £83,081 per annum) and up to an additional 10% of salary based on annual performance related bonus plus relocation allowance 

This is a tremendous and rare opportunity to become the Principal of Great Yarmouth Primary Academy. The principal’s core duty is to provide the leadership and management necessary to secure high quality educational provision and to achieve the highest outcomes for pupils. They will also work with the Chief Executive and Primary Director to develop a strategic direction for the school and analyse and plan for its future needs and further development within its local, national and international context. 

The successful candidate will have a track record of delivering strong academic and pastoral excellence, along with a passion for and commitment to making a difference to children and communities. We are looking for someone with strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, staff, parents, and other stakeholders. The successful candidate will enjoy visible leadership and will be dedicated to supporting the best life chances for all young people. 

Great Yarmouth Primary Academy is an Ofsted 'Good' school in the heart of Great Yarmouth. The school is proud to serve an immensely diverse community and are committed to continuing to raise educational standards ensuring children develop academically and socially. Its knowledge rich curriculum is developed by a team who are passionate about pedagogical understanding with English and Maths at the heart of our learning. 

The school also provides an extensive wider curriculum ensuring children have the knowledge, skills, and cultural capital to progress in their school career and into adult life. Great Yarmouth Primary Academy has an ever-increasing extra-curricular offering which is also important in developing lifelong passions and enthusiasm for children which will support their education and wellbeing. The academy is developing the foundations of a community hub within school, which will ensure children from birth - 11 years as well as parents are able to access support and develop relationships with educational professionals in order to maximise the impact of the academy. 

We are part of the Inspiration Trust, twice ranked as the country’s top family of comprehensive schools for pupil progress, and strongly believe in the importance of giving the widest educational opportunities to all young people, regardless of their background. We have strong networks across the Trust, with opportunities to work with a diverse range of schools and partners. We are committed to offering excellent professional and learning opportunities for our staff, with a busy programme of continuing professional development courses delivered by some of the country’s best educational thinkers and practitioners. 

The Inspiration Trust is a Multi Academy Trust, committed to delivering the very best educational experience for the young people of Norfolk and Suffolk, across 17 schools. We are ambitious for our schools and communities and want to create Britain’s highest performing federation of 3-19 schools and transform education in the East. Inspiration Trust specialises in transforming schools in disadvantaged areas and taking academies from failing to outstanding. 

For information on what it is like to live and work in Great Yarmouth, click here. Great Yarmouth Primary Academy was last inspected by Ofsted in June 2021, with the report rating the school as Good. The report praises the academy, stating that "pupils at Great Yarmouth Primary Academy are polite, respectful and proud to come to school" and that "pupils spoken to feel safe in school." 

When you join Inspiration Trust's thriving network of talented teachers, leaders and support staff, you join an organisation that supports you to be the best you can be. The Trust offers a varied professional development programme for employees. 

We are committed to offering excellent professional opportunities for our staff, through careful support and personalised CPD. We offer a structured and specific induction programme. 

The Trust also offers: 

• Generous holiday entitlement for employees. 
• Teachers' Pension Schemes with generous employer contributions. 
• Employee Assistance Programme which provided a fully confidential service which includes 24/7 free telephone support is offered. Access to well-being information, advice and guidance are always available as well. 
• Discounted monthly travel passes via the First Bus Commuter Travel Club. 
• Cycle-to-work scheme. 
• Retail Benefits offering discounts with many shops and suppliers. 
• Corporate membership of the Norwich Theatre Royal. 
• Salary sacrifice schemes, including car leasing (subject to T&C) and healthcare plans, including Dental insurance and Gym membership discounts. 
• Specsavers VDU Eyecare vouchers and Boots Annual Flu vouchers. 
• Free Parking (on most sites). 

*Some benefits are only available following successfully passing probation 

If you’d like an informal conversation prior to applying, please contact: recruitment@inspirationtrust.org 

Closing date for applications: 12pm on Tuesday 19th March 2024 

Interview date: Tuesday 26th and Wednesday 27th March 2024 

Inspiration Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. 

All staff appointments are subject to satisfactory references and enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service checks. We are an equal opportunities employer.