Interim Deputy Head of Centre, full time, fixed term

We are looking to appoint a highly motivated Interim Deputy Head of Centre, to support the Head of Centre in the effective management and smooth operational running of the Prior Pursglove College site.

You will support curriculum teams, providing clear vision and leadership to ensure the highest standards of teaching and learning for all our students, as well as leading on specific areas of cross site responsibility as directed by the Heads of Centre.

If you are interested in this unique opportunity to lead a continually evolving college, are committed to making a difference and have the passion and integrity we are looking for, then we would welcome your application.

The ideal candidate will have:

• A proven track record of driving improvement in teaching and learning and delivering outstanding outcomes as a teacher or manager in a mainstream educational setting.
• Experience of taking a lead role for a department or theme during an Ofsted Inspection.
• Knowledge, understanding and experience of aspects of alternative and high needs provision.
• Extensive experience of managing and motivating staff.
• High levels of emotional intelligence deployed effectively when dealing with staff, students and parents.
• Confidence in using data forensically to inform and diagnose weaknesses that need addressing and the ability to effectively action plan to raise performance.
• Experience of effective leadership in business initiatives, such as student recruitment or contracting.
• Experience of developing and maintaining strong relationships with external stakeholders such as partner schools, employers and parents

This is an interim role for 6 months initially.

If you wish to discuss the role informally or would like to arrange a visit, please contact the HR Team at HR@atomix.ac.uk or 01287 280800 for further information.