Assistant Principal - Haringey, United Kingdom - Harris Federation

Harris Federation

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Haringey, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Summary

We are looking for an Assistant Principal to join the Senior Leadership Team at Harris Primary Academy Coleraine Park, supporting our vision and ethos, securing effective teaching and successful learning, and promoting high levels of achievement and self-esteem for all pupils.

About Us

Harris Primary Academy Coleraine Park is an Outstanding primary academy and we have high expectations and aspirations for your children.

All our staff aim to give every child an exceptional education providing support, care, enrichment and challenge as they come through our doors.

We give them opportunities to enjoy their learning and prepare them for future academic success as well as happy lives.

We have a unique creative curriculum, a clear vision, high expectations, strong moral values and a love of learning. Our academy is a multi-cultural, multi-faith family where children learn together. They respect and value each other.

We believe all children are special and we "dig for gold" in every child. This means encouraging children to do their very best, not settling for second-best.

The Academy is located in the heart of Tottenham and we are very proud of all of our children and staff.

Everyone works hard and behaves well to achieve "exceedingly, abundantly, above all we can think or imagine'

Main Areas of Responsibility

Your role will include:

Liaising with other Phase and Subject Leaders to ensure pupils experience a programme that is personalised to their particular needs
Working with class teachers and support staff in supporting the development of children
Acting as a role model for other teachers
Liaising with other academies/schools and providers to ensure continuity of support and learning
Monitoring the effectiveness of literacy and numeracy provision throughout the academy
Ensuring that literacy and numeracy data is well organised and understood
Setting up systems for identifying, assessing and reviewing pupil progress of pupils and maintain and present up to date records of progress for SEN, EMA, More Able, LAC
Monitoring pupils' standards in literacy and numeracy and achievement against academy targets and National Benchmarks
Leading staff development in literacy and numeracy
Line managing staff, including carrying out performance appraisals
Monitoring progress, analysing results and taking appropriate action
Inspiring confidence in teaching and support staff and disseminating good practice in assessment and inclusion practice
Demonstrating the confidence and ability to make management and organisational decisions
Updating the Principal and Governing body on information relating to literacy and numeracy and the quality of teaching
Taking responsibility for securing an attractive, effective and safe learning environment
Attending, leading and participating in open evenings, curriculum events and pupil performances;
Sharing responsibility for the smooth day to day running of the academy
Keeping fully appraised and aware of educational and other appropriate developments
Ensuring the highest standards of professional conduct and confidentiality at all times
Ensuring the development and maintenance of a team culture that enables all members of the Leadership Team to be effective in their respective roles

Qualifications & Experience
We would like to hear from you if you have:

QTS and a good undergraduate degree (or equivalent qualifications)
At least three years' teaching experience within a culturally diverse environment, where you drove high quality achievements for all children
Evidence of successful management experience of a curriculum area or phase
Experience of contributing to problem solving and strategic thinking at a whole academy level
The ability to provide professional leadership and management of a staff team
Experience of involvement in assessment, pupil tracking and record keeping
Knowledge of relevant pedagogy and curriculum developments in literacy and numeracy
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum and the National Curriculum and the principles of effective literacy and numeracy teaching within each key stage
Evidence of successful working relationships with parents and carers, Governors, outside agencies and the local community
Experience of effective data analysis and target setting

For a full job description and person specification, please download the Job Pack.

Next Steps

Professional Development & Benefits
Our people are at the heart of our success.

We have developed a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre.

We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level.

In addition to the opportunities for career development and progression, we also offer a competitive rewar