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Assistant Headteacher

The Hayling College, Hayling Island, South East

L11 - L15

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About the job

We are looking for an inspirational, enthusiastic and resilient Assistant Headteacher who shares our vision of creating a Happy, Healthy and High Performing school.

The successful candidate will be an ambitious and committed leader who is passionate about school improvement, has high expectations for all students and understands the importance of creating a positive school culture.

We are particularly interested in candidates who can demonstrate:-

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and successful teaching experience in a secondary school setting.

-A proven track record of successful leadership, either as an existing senior leader or an effective middle leader ready for the next step.

- Experience of leading change, contributing to school improvement and securing positive outcomes for students.- Strong strategic thinking, with the ability to translate ideas and priorities into effective action.

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire, support and challenge colleagues.- The confidence to make decisions, take responsibility and follow through on agreed actions.

- A commitment to safeguarding, inclusion, student wellbeing and personal development.

- The ability to use evidence and data effectively to evaluate impact and inform improvement.

- A collaborative approach to leadership, demonstrating humility, integrity, resilience and a sense of humour.

Above all, we are looking for someone who shares our values, believes in the potential of every young person and wants to make a genuine difference to our College community. The exact leadership responsibilities will be discussed with the successful candidate, allowing us to build on their individual strengths, skills and experience.

About The Hayling College

Type of school
Foundation school
Phase
Secondary
Ages
11 to 16
Pupils
516 (room for 750)
Free school meals
30% of pupils
Local authority
Hampshire
Address
Church Road, Hayling Island, PO11 0NU

Last inspected by Ofsted on 24 September 2024, before report cards were introduced. Read the report

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