Principal

E-ACT is transforming. Our fresh approach to changing the lives of children and young people requires inspiring, high-calibre people to lead our academies.

Sponsor of 25 academies across England, E-ACT has emerged from a period of significant change. The organisation has the strength and energy to fulfil our goal of transforming the lives of each of the 14,500 young people in our care.

E-ACT's new approach is supported by a new model of school improvement, based on collaborative networks led by E-ACT System Leaders. System Leaders are current, successful E-ACT academy leaders who provide support and challenge to Principals from within the E-ACT trust.

We're recruiting a dynamic and effective Principal who can:

• Provide strategic leadership to the academy to ensure its continuous improvement;
• Rapidly raise standards and develop a culture of high aspiration;
• Improve the quality of teaching and learning, eradicating any inadequate teaching and increasing the proportions of good and outstanding teaching;
• Accelerate the achievement and progress of all learners;
• Strengthen the effectiveness of leaders and managers at all levels; and
• Play an active part in contributing to the development of the network of E-ACT academies and supporting 'One E-ACT'.

Pathways E-ACT Primary Academy is a happy place for children to learn and play. At the centre of an increasingly diverse community with the children at its heart, Pathways inspires and nurtures children by delivering a safe environment in which they can thrive. Proud of its relationship with the Longley community of Sheffield, the academy is supportive of parents and carers, and places the wellbeing of children at the centre of its work. The Local Governing Body is experienced and supportive.

The academy enjoys strong partnerships with Parkwood Academy, a local E-ACT secondary academy, and E-ACT Blackley Academy, a primary academy in the E-ACT trust.

The role will be extremely challenging and will require 100% commitment, drive, energy and vision. This is a rare and exciting opportunity to influence wider strategy and have a direct impact on young people. You'll receive extensive support from a committed Head Office staff who share your vision, and be offered regular professional development opportunities.

If you believe that you have the abilities and experience to help transform our academy and the life chances of our young people, we want to hear from you. 

For more information on the role and to obtain an application pack, visit http://www.E-ACT.org.uk/work-for-us.

Application deadline: Friday 3 October
Interviews held: Weeks of 13 and 20 October

To arrange a visit, please contact the academy on 0161 652 2428. If you would like to speak to a System Leader or member of the Education team, please contact Chloe Cooper in the first instance on 020 3176 3775, Chloe.Cooper@E-ACT.org.uk.

E-ACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Pathways E-ACT Primary Academy
Sheffield,
S5 7NA

NOR and age range: 502; 3-11