Deputy Headteacher - Full-time

Estuary Academy North, Gravesend

• Ref:KCC886-1106-174L
• Posted:02/05/2025
• Pay:Leadership L11 - L15 Fringe
• Start Date:Immediate
• App Close Date:13/05/2025 at 12:00
• Interviews:w/c 19th May 2025

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Exciting Job Opportunity: Deputy Headteacher at Alternative Learning Trust – Kent Hub

Are you a passionate educator with a commitment to making a real difference in the lives of young people? The Alternative Learning Trust (ALT) – Kent Hub is looking for an exceptional Deputy Headteacher to join our dedicated team and lead transformative change at our schools serving children aged 11-19.

About Us: At ALT, we specialise in providing tailored educational experiences for students with Education Health Care Plans (EHCP) and those facing social, emotional, or mental health (SEMH) challenges. Our commitment to collaboration and innovation ensures that every student achieves their full potential.

This position will expand our leadership capacity at our Estuary Academy North (Alternative Provision) Site.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead initiatives focused on Behaviour & Attitudes, Attendance, and Pastoral Care.
• Set high expectations for individual progress, driving ambitious outcomes for all students.
• Foster strong partnerships with stakeholders to enhance our educational environment.
• Manage and support pastoral staff, nurturing their professional growth.

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven leadership experience with line management responsibilities.
• A background in working with children or young people facing SEMH challenges.
• The ability to remain calm under pressure, demonstrating resilience and adaptability.

We Offer You:

• Comprehensive professional development opportunities tailored to your growth as a leader.
• The chance to inspire and support young people in a dynamic and supportive team environment.
• A collaborative culture where your contributions are valued and encouraged.

You Bring:

• A genuine motivation and enthusiasm for working with SEMH students.
• A commitment to engaging and inspiring pupils to enhance their learning experiences.
• Flexibility, dedication, and exceptional interpersonal skills.

Join Our Mission! Be part of a multi-academy trust dedicated to transforming educational experiences for vulnerable children and young people. With a focus on innovation and collaboration, you’ll have the opportunity to lead initiatives that truly make an impact.

Apply Today! If you are ready to lead with purpose and make a difference in the lives of young people, we’d love to hear from you. This is your chance to join a passionate team at the Alternative Learning Trust – Kent Hub and bring your vision to life.

How to Apply: Please submit your application form along with relevant certificates to join our mission of empowering every student. Don’t miss this opportunity to be a driving force for change in education!

This advertisement reflects the qualities and responsibilities of the Deputy Headteacher role, emphasizing the positive impact the position can have on students and the professional development opportunities available

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This appointment is subject to an enhanced DBS check, medical screening and confirmation of qualifications and references.

Information about the school

Background to Alternative Learning Trust - Kent and Medway Hub

Alternative Learning Trust (ALT) is a multi-academy trust (MAT) for Pupil Referral Units (PRUs), Alternative Provisions (APs), and specialist settings. We are a collaborative trust and believe the most sustainable developments and improvements come from working together. We are driven to transform the educational experiences of all children and young people, offering them opportunities to reach sustainable outcomes for the rest of their lives. These values are accompanied by excellent pedagogy, vibrant curriculum models, and responsible governance.

The Alternative Learning Trust became a multi-academy trust (MAT company number 11788031) in June 2019.

The Trust has been established to work with Pupil Referral Units (PRUs) and alternative providers who support vulnerable students to access and engage with education. Many of our students have special educational needs and some have been excluded from mainstream education.

As a Trust we have the following core set of values for our staff and the families we support: • the need for people to flourish in all areas of their lives; • we are stronger through a sense of community; • social justice is vital.

Our Kent and Medway Hub

Background to Estuary Academy North

EAN is located in Gravesend, Kent and has been on a considerable and fast-paced journey, making exciting and positive strides forward. We have an amazing team who are focused on providing the best outcomes for our students, promoting positive behaviour for learning and creating a high quality teaching environment. Ofsted say that, ‘For many pupils, their time at Estuary Academy North (EAN) is transformational.’ We strongly believe in this moral purpose and seek to continue to grow the exceptional team working to achieve this. With the right facilities and a well renowned SEND department, now is the time to come and work with us. Recent Ofsted – Good with Outstanding for personal development. Once employed you will be given excellent support and training as we want to upskill the right candidate to ensure we have an excellent support team for our young people.

Background to Will Adams Academy

Will Adams Academy is located in Gillingham and joined Alternative Learning Trust in April 2022. The school has recently reorganised their structure and is working closely with our Gravesend school in sharing facilities, expertise and curriculum development. Ofsted outcome – Good.

Will Adams is our smallest Kent and Medway hub school with only 45 children but it is also home to our exceptional SEMH Assessment Centre and Apollo Training programmes which are commissioned by the Medway Local Authority.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Katie Murray
• Address:Estuary Academy North, The Westcourt Centre, Richmond Drive, Gravesend, Kent, DA12 4DJ
• Telephone: 01474 332897
• Email: kmurray@estuaryacademy.co.uk

Documents

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• DHT Job Description