Are you passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of children and young people? Do you have a strong commitment to school improvement and inclusion? If so, this role might be the perfect opportunity for you.

About Us:

We are proud to be part of the Wellspring Academy Trust, a network of academies dedicated to providing an exceptional education for children in Leeds and North Yorkshire. Our family of academies includes Springwell Harrogate, Springwell Leeds, Forest Moor School, Green Meadows Academy, Penny Field School, The Forest School and a new, soon to be opened free school in Selby. We believe in the power of inclusion and strive to create an educational environment that prepares our pupils for a successful future.

The Role:

As an Executive Assistant Principal, you will take on a crucial role in our journey towards excellence. Your main responsibility will be to support our Executive Principals and work closely with leaders across a group of schools. You will help enhance their capabilities and oversee the successful implementation of school improvement projects and priorities. By joining our team, you will be at the forefront of driving positive change and raising educational standards in our schools.

We Are Looking for Someone Who:

● Is dedicated to school improvement and enhancing children's lives through high-quality education.

● Has a strong commitment to supporting children with additional needs.

● Excels at building and maintaining productive relationships at a high level.

● Is flexible, adaptable, and rigorous in their approach to leadership.

● Inspires excellence in others and is capable of driving change and transformation.

● Is on a career trajectory towards headship

Why Join Us:

When you join our team, you become a part of a supportive Trust that offers significant opportunities for collaboration, professional development and progression. We prioritise your wellbeing and offer outstanding professional development, creating an environment where you can thrive and are supported to succeed.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:

We are deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our aim is to create a safe space where everyone belongs, and our team reflects the diversity of our communities. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, especially those from under-represented groups, including Black, Asian, and minority ethnic communities.

Next Steps:

To learn more about this exciting opportunity, please take a look at the attached job description and visit our websites. If you prefer to have a conversation, don't hesitate to pick up the phone and reach out to us. To arrange a conversation regarding this post, please contact Lauren Harper on: 0113 487055 option 4, or by email: l.harper@springwellacademyleeds.org

Wellspring Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils. All posts are offered subject to enhanced DBS checks. References will be requested and an online search carried out for shortlisted candidates, prior to attendance at interview.

Further pre-employment checks, including prohibition from teaching, childcare disqualification and section 128 checks, if deemed relevant for the role, will be completed for the successful candidate upon acceptance of the post.

We are committed to equal opportunities and to promoting diversity. We want our people to reflect the diversity of our communities, and we welcome applications from people from all backgrounds, especially from under-represented groups, including those from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities.

If you are currently living overseas or have lived / worked overseas in the last five years please be aware that you will be required to provide an overseas criminal records check from the country/ countries you have resided in, if you are the preferred candidate for the post.

As you will be working with children, this post requires you to undertake regulated activity. It is an offence to seek to work in regulated activity with a group with which you are barred.