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Principal

The Blyth Academy

Northumberland

Salary:
L37-L43 £92,529-£107,210
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
September 2015 or earlier
Apply by:
13 March 2015

Job overview

For exceptional, relevant experience we are prepared to consider a higher salary range

The Blyth Academy's only aspiration is to be world class. It became a Northern Education Trust Academy on 1st October 2013. The Academy has the huge benefits of a modern building which was officially opened in 2002 and offers exciting and innovative opportunities to students and staff.

In 2012 the then predecessor school was judged by Ofsted to require special measures. This will be your opportunity to build on some of the early progress that has been made and take the school on to being an outstanding Academy.

This is an excellent opportunity for a dynamic Head or Senior Leader with a strong leadership background in secondary education to deliver tangible results, provide strategic direction, meet ambitious targets for attainment and achievement and lead the Academy to becoming outstanding within 3 years.

You will have excellent analytical, organisational and communication skills as well as demonstrable evidence of rapidly raising attainment, with a clear strategic vision, commitment and focus on delivery.

Visits to the Academy and informal discussions are encouraged; please contact Jill Jackson, PA to the Principal, The Blyth Academy, Chase Farm Drive, Blyth, Northumberland NE24 4JP by email to Jill Jackson on jjackson@theblythacademy.org. or telephone 01670 798100.
Dates for a tour of the Academy prior to submitting an application: Wednesday 4 March 2015 and Monday 9 March 2015 am (by appointment).

Closing date: Noon on Friday 13th March 2015
Interviews: Tuesday 24 March 2015 and Wednesday 25 March 2015

For further information please download an application pack from www.northerneducationtrust.org

Alternatively, you can contact Luke Armstrong HR admin at luke.armstrong@northerneducationtrust.org or on 0191 2804273. Please note completed applications must be returned to Luke Armstrong by email.

The Blyth Academy - Northumberland
NOR: 843

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Welcome from the Principal

I am delighted to offer you a warm welcome to Northern Education Trust, The Blyth Academy.

As one of the most improved schools in Northumberland 2018, I am thrilled to say that this is only the start of the regeneration of our Academy; it is a fantastic time to be part of our community. At The Blyth Academy, we place students at the centre of everything we do, we are unashamedly focused on the educational outcomes of our students and deem that our students deserve to achieve the very best grades that they are capable of.

“We constantly focus on standards as we understand outcomes are paramount. Our decision making is driven entirely by what is best for children. By doing this we enhance the life chances of the children and young people in our care.” Northern Education Vision

English & Mathematics are the cornerstones of our curriculum model as we believe attaining a strong pass in these subjects will open up our students’ life chances, giving them the opportunity to access a variety of post-16 opportunities. However, our curriculum does not stop there, our students will be taught more than just course content; we will ensure students develop the skills needed to become an independent, lifelong learner. We will give them every opportunity to succeed in a huge variety of activities in and out of the classroom, including cultural events, sporting activities and community projects.

It is important to us that our students are happy, confident learners. Our Academy is justly known for the high quality pastoral care that sits at the heart of our pursuit of excellence and guides every aspect of Academy life. This is the result of a stable, dedicated and highly effective team of staff ensuring that pupils have the support they need throughout their school life.

Choosing a school for your son or daughter can be amongst the most difficult decisions a parent has to make. As an outward facing Academy we welcome visitors, please get in touch if you would like to see the Academy in action. I look forward to showing our achievements so far and the future we hold.

Donna Park
Principal at The Blyth Academy


On behalf of the Northern Education Trust Board, welcome to Northern Education Trust The Blyth Academy.

We are unswerving in our commitment to ensure that the outcomes our young people secure prepare them fully for life beyond school. Our Academies are happy and thriving communities where children both achieve and feel safe and cared for. As an inclusive Trust we strive to help young people overcome any barrier to learning.

We are a caring employer and invest heavily in professional development, allowing our staff opportunities to take the next steps in their career. We hope you find our website holds all the information you need to believe that whether you are a parent or prospective employee, your next steps should be taken with us.

Rob Tarn
Chief Executive 

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