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Assistant Headteacher: Sixth Form

Assistant Headteacher: Sixth Form

Townley Grammar School

Bexley

Salary:
L12-L16 plus Outer London Allowance
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
September 2014
Apply by:
6 May 2014

Job overview

Assistant Headteacher: Sixth Form, Bexley

A rare opportunity to join a vibrant and innovative school in a key leadership position

Townley Grammar School is a selective girl's grammar in Bexley, Outer London with over 1500 students from a diverse community. As a school with specialisms in Performing and Visual Arts with Maths and Computing we believe in nurturing academic and physical confidence so that brilliant minds can be inspired to be extraordinary.

To help us achieve this we are seeking an ambitious and passionate school leader to join our team. The post presents an exciting opportunity for an outstanding, experienced and ambitious teacher to lead and manage a large co-educational Sixth Form of 450 students. The successful candidate will join the Senior Leadership Team to lead the improvement agenda in all areas of the school and will lead a team which includes the Director of Sixth Form Guidance, Lower and Upper Sixth Learning Managers and the Assistant Learning Manager.

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate:

  • vision, fresh ideas and the ability to think strategically
  • strong leadership, management and interpersonal skills
  • a commitment to and experience in raising standards and promoting high expectations
  • the ability to motivate, challenge and inspire staff and students
  • an excellent record of successful, innovative teaching with a commitment to sharing good practice
  • an understanding of the role of whole school data in raising achievement

Generic responsibilities will include:

  • supporting the academic, pastoral and co-curricular development of students
  • leading and developing staff teams
  • leading on whole school initiatives

This is an exciting time to join the school and to play a key role in a new phase of its development.

Further information about the role and the application pack are available on the school website www.townleygrammar.org.uk, or by emailing the Headteacher's PA, Mrs Carole Dooley at headspa@townleygrammar.org.uk.

Closing date: Tuesday 6th May 2014
Interview date: Friday 16th May 2014
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by Friday 9th May 2014

PLEASE NOTE THAT PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT APPLY

The school is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The School operates a no smoking policy.

Townley Road
Bexleyheath
Kent
DA6 7AB
Fax: 0208 298 7421
www.townleygrammar.org.uk
Email: admin@townleygrammar.org.uk

Headteacher: Mr D Deehan BA (Hons) MA Ed FRSA
Tel: 0208 304 8311

Registered Company No: 7844587 VAT Registration No: 160953603

Attached documents

About Townley Grammar School

Who we are

Townley Grammar School is one of the selective schools in the Bexley London Borough.  The school, which was founded in 1937, has over the years established a tradition of academic excellence and is a lively, caring community of which we are justly proud. At Townley education is a creative process. We have a learning community which encourages academic, emotional and physical confidence.  Our students are inspirational learners who have the courage to take risks and the wisdom to learn from their mistakes.

Our reputation is built on the dignity, responsibility and self esteem of all members of our community. Townley students develop the qualities of Confidence, Resilience, Courage, Compassion, Integrity, Spirit, Social conscience and the ability to inspire. 

We work to fulfil individual potential through providing outstanding teaching, rich opportunities for learning, and encouragement and support for each student.

The School is situated very close to Bexleyheath Town Centre and is well served by Public Transport, being on several bus routes.  There is also convenient access from Bexley and Bexleyheath Stations.

Working for us  

Excellent CPD & Outstanding Teacher Programme   Childcare Voucher Scheme    

Use of School Gym facilities   Family Friendly Policies    Reduced Rate for Facilities Hire  

Pension Scheme




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Applications closed