Assistant Principal - Curriculum, Data and Achievement

Ambition and Excellence for All

At Winsford Academy, we firmly believe that students are our top priority, and every child, regardless of their background, deserves a high-quality education.

We are seeking an outstanding leader to become a part of our Senior Leadership Team. This is an exhilarating moment to join our academy as we enter the second phase of our school improvement journey. This role presents a unique chance to engage in a transformative setting where your contributions will have a direct and tangible effect on the lives of our students.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of enhancing student outcomes, particularly for disadvantaged pupils and those with special educational needs. They should possess prior experience in leading a department or faculty and demonstrate a solid grasp of data analysis, effective curriculum planning, and the utilization of progress data.

Additional information about the position can be found in the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

WA is a fully inclusive school, and we are looking for candidates who are passionate about social mobility and committed to ensuring that all students reach their full potential.

Benefits of working at WA:

In addition to making a meaningful difference in the lives of young people, employment at WA offers:

• High-quality professional development
• Regular training to enhance classroom practice and inclusive teaching strategies
• A generous and secure pension scheme
• A cycle to work scheme

Should you wish to visit the academy or have any questions regarding the role or the application process, please reach out to the Principal’s PA, S Pardoe at Suzanne.Pardoe@winsford.ht.school.

Safeguarding Commitment and Culture

Winsford Academy is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All recruitment is conducted in accordance with safer recruitment practices and the statutory guidance outlined in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be performed on all shortlisted candidates, and all appointments are contingent upon an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and assessments regarding suitability to work with children.

Application Process

We request that all applicants submit their applications through the WhatSchool platform. After registering with the platform, candidates can apply for any position within the Trust's eleven schools. Please refer to the attached document for more details on how to apply; note that we do not accept CVs or applications through any other channels.

We reserve the right to extend, withdraw, or close vacancies at any time without prior notice.

About the School

Principal: Emma-Jane McLaren

Located in Winsford, Cheshire, Winsford Academy is a co-educational comprehensive school for students aged 11 to 16.

The staff at Winsford Academy are pivotal in transforming young lives. The socio-economic context of our school places it in the 5th quintile for deprivation upon entry, with a significantly higher proportion of students requiring special education services compared to the national average.

This is a thrilling time to join our academy as we embark on an improvement journey that offers a unique opportunity to be part of a transformative environment where your efforts will have a direct and visible influence on students' lives. We prioritize high-quality training, providing a platform for rapid skill development and career progression. WA is a project partner with the EEF and Research School, recognizing evidence-informed practices as the most effective means of enhancing outcomes.

Halliard Trust

WA takes pride in being a member of The Halliard Trust, a collective of academy schools dedicated to delivering an exceptional all-around education that equips young people with the character, knowledge, and skills necessary to navigate a changing world.

The Halliard Trust currently encompasses eleven schools.