SIMON BALLE ALL-THROUGH SCHOOL, HERTFORD TEACHER
ASSISTANT HEADTEACHER (Assessment, Reporting and Achievement)
FULL TIME START
L12 – L16 SEPTEMBER 2017 (or sooner)
Creating tomorrow’s citizens today As an Assistant Head and member of the Senior Leadership Team at Simon Balle All-through School you will be expected to contribute significantly to the overall effectiveness of the school. Applicants should be exceptional and inspirational teachers with proven records of management and leadership and have the desire, vision, determination and resilience to help make a significant contribution and positive impact to the future of our school. We are known for our high expectations, first class education and its innovative approach. Our vision and values underpin all we do. Everyone who knows us or visits our school speaks of our distinct ethos with its strong sense of natural support and loyalty. Indeed, this can be seen throughout our school, from our youngest children in our Reception class right to our eighteen year old students within our Sixth Form. Students are set challenging academic and personal targets and are given the inspiration to succeed. In 2016 we were in the top 3% nationally and second in Hertfordshire for student progress as measured by Progress 8 at KS4. We are therefore looking for someone who can continue to develop our provision ensuring even better outcomes for all students. To get a flavour of our school please visit the school website (www.simonballe.herts.sch.uk) In addition booking a place on our school tour on Monday 30th January at 4.30pm is strongly recommended. (Appointments can be made by contacting Julia Creasey in the school office) Please apply using the Simon Balle School application form. We prefer electronic submissions where possible, these versions of the application form are available on our school website at: http://www.simonballe.herts.sch.uk/vacancies/ You will need to download the application pack - which includes guidance notes for applicants and person specification. If you have difficulty in downloading these forms, please ‘save’ them first; if you still experience problems, please email recruitment@simonballe.herts.sch.uk to receive the forms via email. Please include a covering letter (no more than 2 side 1 A4 sheet outlining why you are right for this role and your vision for our future) with your application. Closing date : Wednesday 1st February (noon) Interviews : 27th and 28th February Simon Balle is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We are also committed to the equality of opportunity for all. Applicants for this post must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including reference checks with previous employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service