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Sir Harry Smith Community College, Peterborough, East of England
L29 - L35
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About the job
Aspire Learning Trust is looking to appoint an inspiring, experienced leader to further drive development at its secondary school, Sir Harry Smith Community College. Trustees are seeking someone who will be a visible and determined leader with high levels of integrity, honesty, and transparency.
The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate expertise in leadership and it is crucial that the appointee is completely aligned with our vision and values. They should have deep knowledge and experience of school leadership and a proven track record in securing school improvement.
They will have proven ability to inspire students and staff alike and to drive the improvements needed to provide our community with an excellent education. They will advocate for our wonderful and talented young people supporting them in improving their quality of life. They will lead with a drive to empower our communities to shine, further securing trust and honesty in collaboration with our primary schools and across wider partnerships.
We are seeking a decisive and bold leader with an innovative vision to take Sir Harry Smith Community College into its next chapter.
Our Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people with special education needs and disabilities and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this passionate commitment.
If you feel that you have the skills, vision and drive to lead Sir Harry Smith Community in the next stage of our journey, we would very much like to hear from you.
Please note:
- This position requires the postholder to undertake an enhanced DBS check.
- For applicants who have worked outside of the UK they will need to provide a certificate of good conduct from the professional regulating authority in the country or countries in which the applicant has worked.
- The Trust will be carrying out an online search as part of the due diligence on shortlisted candidates.
The Trusts policy and practice in relation to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children can be found on the Trusts website here
For any further information, or to arrange an informal discussion about this post please email (email address on the original advert) and an appropriate date/time will be arranged with the CEO.
About Sir Harry Smith Community College
- Type of school
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary, with a sixth form
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,084 (room for 1,210)
- Free school meals
- 27.6% of pupils
- Local authority
- Cambridgeshire
- Address
- Eastrea Road, Peterborough, PE7 1XB
Last inspected by Ofsted on 30 September 2025, before report cards were introduced. Read the report
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