• Report and deputise effectively for the Principal when required to do so;

• Lead the academy in the absence of the Principal.

• Support the Principal in creating, developing and evaluating the aims of the school in partnership with pupils, staff, governors and parents.

• Provide clear strategic direction to the academy

• Alongside the Principal, contribute to the Academy Improvement Plan and Academy Self Evaluation Form.

• Lead on all aspects of provision for all children with Special Educational Needs and those students in receipt of the Pupil Premium ensuring children are thriving within the academy.

• Have an excellent track record of teaching. Senior leaders at Abbey C of E Academy need to be role models for all staff.

• Lead and support the current pastoral team., being the SENCo. The pastoral team consists of the DSL, and family support worker .

• Be a deputy DSL within the Academy and/or be willing to undertake the relevant safeguarding training.

• Support and contribute to the school’s system for a whole curriculum, in accordance with the abilities and needs of the pupils.

• Support and contribute to the school’s system for the review and evaluation of teaching and learning.

• Be an excellent classroom practitioner who has experience of teaching across the ability range and key stages.

• Support staff with monitoring the raising of pupils’ standards of achievement and attainment.

• Work in partnership with the Principal and the Governing Body to ensure that sound management of finance, personnel and resources enables the school to offer best value for money.

• Contribute effectively as a member of the Senior Management Team; play a major role in the professional development of all staff and in the management of INSET.

• Assist the Principal in the day-to-day running of the school; be involved in the organisation, planning and delivery of assemblies as and when necessary.

This is a full time, permanent role working 37 hours per week.

Salary & Benefits

·       L3 to L8 £54,394.00 - £61,534.00 per annum FTE

·       Access to Teachers’ Pension Scheme

·       CPD including Senior Leader and Knowledge Development Courses

·       Enhanced ECT Scheme including ongoing coaching and mentoring for all teachers 

·       Regional networks of Trust colleagues and access to key leaders in Education

·       Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including dedicated Employee Assistance Programme

·       Awards and Recognition Scheme

·       Flexible working patterns

·       Benefits Platform : Health & Wellbeing Programme : Cycle to Work Scheme

About our Academy

“Together, anything is possible”

At the Abbey we believe all children have the potential for great success. We offer a world class education for pupils and encourage learners of all abilities to reach their true potential.

Our dedicated team of teachers and support staff are committed to academic excellence and to providing a knowledge-rich curriculum enhanced by enrichment opportunities and a love of learning. We have high standards of behaviour and this is reflected in the pride our learners take in their work and appearance.

As a church school, our Christian values are at the heart of everything we do. Our values of compassion, integrity, respect, courage, ambition and aspiration underpin our attitudes to each other and to our school community. We aim to develop well-rounded young people who contribute meaningfully to our wider community. We have strong links with the Holy Cross Church where we are welcomed for regular services and Reverend Dawn is a frequent visitor to our school. We support the Daventry Food Bank as our local charity.

As part of the David Ross Education Trust, we provide a wide range of opportunities and experiences for our children. We offer an exciting range of enrichment opportunities varying from the Arts to Sporting activities. In recent years, pupils have performed at the Corby Cube and the Royal and Derngate Theatre and we have had visits to school from athletes such as Jenny Meadows and Joe Roebuck.

Through an active collaboration of home, school and the local community we develop resilient, confident and independent learners who take risks and learn from their mistakes.

About The David Ross Education Trust

The David Ross Education Trust’s mission is to give every child attending one of our schools a world-class education.

We are a network of unique and diverse academies across the country, committed to delivering a world-class, knowledge-rich education that empowers pupils to reach their fullest potential.  Spanning North Yorkshire, the East Riding of Yorkshire, North-East Lincolnshire, the East Midlands and London, our network of 36 academies serves over 14,600 pupils and employs 2,300 dedicated staff.

Our family of schools includes 24 primaries, 10 secondaries, an all-through school in London’s Olympic Park, and a special school in Lincolnshire supporting pupils aged 2–19 with a broad range of special educational needs.  As one of only 11 system leaders nationwide, we are recognised for our unwavering commitment to educational excellence, our innovative curriculum, and ability to drive sustained school improvement at scale.  At the heart of our Mission is a deep belief in the transformative power of education.  We are committed to ensuring that every child – regardless of their background – has access to an exceptional academic experience enriched by extensive co-curricular opportunities.  From small rural primaries to large urban secondaries, our academies benefit from the strength of a collaborative, values-driven community, in which expertise is shared, best practices are embedded, and each school retains its distinctive character.

We broaden the horizons of young people by inspiring students to become their confident, academic best via an education that creates academically gifted, confident, well-rounded young people in the classroom, in the workplace and in their communities. 

We are driven to provide our young people with access to a world-class education and enrichment experiences. Our students benefit from a wealth of opportunities to develop, learn and lead.  From the classroom to cultural visits, sports, music and arts and engaging with our local communities, the rich and varied experiences we create help fuel ambition and unlock potential. The education and experiences we offer equips our young people with the leadership skills, team spirit, resilience and confidence to become outstanding citizens.

Whatever your role you will contribute towards creating a rich and exciting learning environment that also offers our students an unrivalled package of sporting and cultural enrichment.

We are incredibly lucky to be able to work alongside outstanding organisations and individuals who are happy to share their expertise and skills in supporting the David Ross Foundation's vision to give children better life chances through access to the best education and support we can give them.

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 Early applications are advised. We receive high numbers of applications for our roles and therefore have to close the vacancy prior to the closing date in order to review candidates' details against our job criteria before shortlisting or re-opening the vacancy.

The David Ross Education Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.

It is our objective to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential. We do not discriminate against any applicants on the basis of any protected characteristics.

The David Ross Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo vetting appropriate to the post, including a social media presence check and Enhanced DBS check. The successful applicant will be expected to adhere to all safeguarding, welfare and health and safety policies and procedures of the Trust.

All pre-employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education" statutory guidance.