About this Role
LeadHarwich and Dovercourt High School: Drive Ambition, Care, and Opportunity
Role: Headteacher
Location: Harwich and Dovercourt HighSchool, Essex (Part of The Sigma Trust)
Package: L31-37 + Up to £8,000Relocation Package Available
Aboutthe Role
Are you an enthusiastic leader ready to promote highambition for all students? Do you want to lead within a compassionate schoolcommunity where every professional is dedicated to care, support, andexcellence?
Rooted in our vision to empower young people to bethe BEST they can be academically,socially, and personally, Harwich and Dovercourt High School is at an excitingpoint in its rapid improvement journey. Guided by our core values - Be Kind, Be Ready, BeResponsible - weequip every student to overcome challenges and achieve a fulfilling adult life.
Supported by The Sigma Trust, a multi-academy trust with anoutstanding reputation, you will have the backing, strategic resources, andcollaboration needed to deliver transformational leadership.
Key Responsibilities
In this strategic leadership role, you will bring your expertiseto:
- Strategic Leadership: Provide clear, ambitious leadership to ensure the schoolcontinually drives forward in its improvement journey. Aligned to a 'no excuse' mindset to break downbarriers and maximise success.
- Vision & Strategy Alignment: Ensure all school activities directlyserve the vision, strategic direction, and ambitious priority outcomes set bythe CEO.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Build strong partnerships with the Trust, pupils, staff,parents, and community partners to embed our core ethos across all schooloperations.
- Academic Focus: Establish and maintain an ambitious academic environment thatraises standards and opportunities for every pupil.
What We're Looking For
We are seeking anexceptional professional with:
- Leadership Experience: Proven track record in senior leadership roles within asecondary school setting across a range of portfolios including but notexhaustive to: Curriculum & Assessment and Pastoral Care.
- Vision & Strategy: Ability to articulate and execute a compelling strategy forsustainable educational improvement.
- Pedagogical Expertise: Deep understanding of effective teaching, learningmethodologies, and curriculum innovation.
- Interpersonal Skills: Outstanding communication and relationship-building skills toinspire, motivate, and unite teams.
- Resource Management: Demonstrated capability in resource allocation, financialoversight, and staff professional growth.
- Qualifications & Safeguarding: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS),relevant NPQ leadership qualifications (e.g., NPQH or equivalent), and anuncompromised commitment to child protection.
Why Join The Sigma Trust?
We believe in investing in our staffand fostering a culture of collaboration. We offer a competitive salary and acomprehensive package designed to support your professional and personal life.
Professional Development
A robust CPD training program thatempowers you to flourish.
Unrivalledopportunities to collaborate withcolleagues across the Trust, sharing ideas and building strong professionalrelationships.
Employee Benefits
A competitive salary and excellent pension scheme.
A Health Cash Plan and Employee Assistance Programme for yourwell-being.
Exclusiveperks like the Cycle to Work scheme, discounted gym memberships, cinema tickets, and eligibility for a Blue Light Card.
Commitment to Safeguarding & Diversity
TheSigma Trust is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and youngpeople that we work with. As such, allposts are subject to safer recruitment processes, including the disclosure ofcriminal records, online checks and other vetting checks. We ensure that wehave a range of policies in place which promote safeguarding and safer workingpractice across our schools.
TheSigma Trust is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed toequal employment opportunities regardless of any protected characteristics.This is embedded in our vision 'To Be Greater Than The Sum Of Its Parts', wherewe believe we are strong and more successful working together, creating aworkplace which celebrates diversity.
Candidates must possess the right to work in the UK; sponsorship is not available for this role.
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Headteacher at Harwich and Dovercourt High School employer: Harwich and Dovercourt High School
At Harwich and Dovercourt High School, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that values every member of our community. Our commitment to professional development, coupled with a supportive work culture, ensures that as an Associate Teacher, you will have the opportunity to thrive in a dynamic environment while making a meaningful impact on students' lives. With competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and a focus on collaboration and diversity, we are dedicated to fostering a workplace where everyone can achieve their full potential.
Contact Details:
Harwich and Dovercourt High School Recruitment Team
