Vice Principal (Inclusion) - Full-time

Goodwin Academy, Deal

• Ref:KCC886-4023-324L
• Posted:30/03/2023
• Pay:£70,037 - £79,160 per annum
• Start Date:September 2023
• App Close Date:16/04/2023 at 23:15
• Interviews:26th & 27th April 2023

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Vice Principal (Inclusion)

We have an exciting vacancy for a Vice Principal to lead on Inclusion, with strategic overview of behaviour, attitudes, attendance, admissions and SEND. 

As part of the Senior Leadership Team and staff you will develop an inclusive, tolerant and positive culture in our school. Being a key stakeholder in developing an ethos of high expectations for staff and students, you will also lead on ensuring student welfare, personal development, attendance and inclusion is a priority for all staff.

Relocation package available for the successful candidate

Your new role

• You will have an exemplary, proven track record of leading on aspects of school improvement
• With the Headteacher, you will develop an ethos and culture of high expectations, inclusion, challenge and support that promotes good behaviour, attendance and welfare
• Take ownership of the academy’s inclusion, behaviour, attendance and admissions policies, ensuring staff fully understand and implement policy consistently
• Ensure outside agencies are engaged, as appropriate, to support identified students
• Provide professional leadership and management at a strategic level for the academy including developing and implementing policies and practices
• Establish a firm foundation from which high standards in all areas of the academy’s work are attainable
• You will hold QTS status and relevant safeguarding and inclusions experience and/or qualifications.

What our Trust will offer you:

• TSAT pay scales above national pay scales. 
• Support from across the Trust to help you deliver outstanding teaching and learning through resources, mentoring and school visits
• Excellent CPD opportunities including our Early career, Middle and Senior Leadership programmes
• As an accredited Chartered Teacher organisation you can become a recognised Chartered Teacher 
• Benefit from an internationally accredited pedagogy approach to thinking and learning, which has been proven to enhance classroom practice
• Reduced membership of a fully-equipped fitness suite and classes – located on the site of New Horizons Children’s Academy and Rochester Grammar School
• Focus on staff wellbeing, including 24/ Employee Assistance Programme, free flu vaccination and eye care vouchers. 
• Free parking in our secure staff car park
• Cycle to Work Scheme  
• TSTARS Staff Recognition Programme

What you need to do now:

Early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to close the vacancy if a suitable candidate is found.

We strongly encourage any teachers who may be interested in working at our school to contact Geraldine Baird – Geraldine.Baird@goodwinacademy.tsat.uk  to arrange an informal conversation about the role with our hiring manager. 

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Information about the school

At Goodwin Academy our ethos is to encourage our students to be their best self, striving for brilliance in all areas of their learning. We aspire for our students to develop their academic and life skills, so that they become confident, well-rounded and contented individuals and are equipped and ready to be successful for the world of work and the challenges of the 21st Century.

Goodwin Academy, as part of the Thinking Schools Academy Trust, is committed to transforming the life chances of our students, ensuring that all are supported and encouraged to achieve their personal best. We deliver this through the BEST Agenda - ‘Be Your Best’:

B = Brilliance, E = Enrichment, S = Society and T = Thinking.

"Pupils know that their school is a better place in which to learn and thrive. Consequently, they are now achieving well.” Ofsted 2025 What our Trust will offer you:

Environment: A newly built school with a stunning teaching environment and state of the art technology. Competitive Pay Scales: Our TSAT pay scales exceed national levels. Pension Scheme Membership: Secure your future with membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme. Collaborative Support: Benefit from resources, mentoring, and school visits across the Trust. Training: Expanded your skills and knowledge with opportunities for Trust-funded apprenticeships and training courses.
Staff Wellbeing Focus: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, free flu vaccinations, and eye care vouchers. Refer a Friend: Spread the word and benefit financially from our Refer a Friend Scheme. Blue Light Card: School staff can now access the Blue Light Card for discounts across a wide range of categories including holidays, cars, days out and much more! TSTARS Staff Recognition: You will be part of our Staff Recognition Programme, with seasonal rewards for all staff. Convenient Parking: Park for free in our staff car park on-site. TSAT Benefits Portal: a one-stop shop benefits hub that gives you access to a range of exclusive benefits including employee discounts, dental cover, Cycle to Work Scheme and Discounted Gym Membership.

Next Steps

If you are interested in working in our school, benefitting from a supportive network of staff across our Trust we would encourage you to apply.

Early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to close the vacancy if a suitable candidate is found.

Visits to our schools are encouraged. To arrange a visit please contact Carrie Whiting (Carrie.Whiting@goodwinacademy.tsat.uk).

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. As per KCSIE we will also undertake online searches for all shortlisted candidates, if you have any questions regarding this process, please email recruitment@tsatrust.org.uk

Job Contact Information

• Name:Simon Arnold
• Address:Hamilton Road, Deal, Kent, CT14 9BD
• Telephone: 03333 602 210
• Email: admin@goodwinacademy.org.uk

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