At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a dedicated team to support students with special educational needs and drive academic excellence.
- Company: The Woodlands Academy, a nurturing environment for diverse learners.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a supportive community.
- Other info: Join us in an exciting phase of growth in a purpose-built facility.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of young people and shape their futures.
- Qualifications: Experience in special education and strong leadership skills.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 65000 £ per year.
About The Role and The Woodlands Academy
The Woodlands Academy is a specialist provision supporting more than 165pupils aged 2–16 with a wide range of special educational needs anddisabilities.
All pupils have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP), andthe academy works closely with a range of specialist professionals and agenciesto ensure that individual needs are fully understood and effectively met.
Recently relocated to a purpose-built facility, the academy benefitsfrom an exceptional learning environment that supports a carefully designed andambitious curriculum, alongside a wide range of enrichment, therapeutic andpersonal development opportunities.
The academy combines high expectations witha deep understanding of the individual needs of every pupil.
At The Woodlands Academy, we are committed to ensuring that every childcan access education successfully, achieve meaningful outcomes and be wellprepared for adulthood.
Central to this commitment is a nurturing pastoralapproach built upon strong relationships between pupils and our highly skilled, experienced and caring staff team.
Pupils are encouraged to engage fully in learning, develop theirstrengths and achieve success in a variety of ways.
Through a culture thatpromotes empathy, respect and resilience, we support young people to becomeconfident, responsible citizens who are equipped for the next stage of theirlives and able to make a positive contribution to their communities.
The Woodlands Academy is entering an exciting phaseof its development following its move into a purpose-built facility.
The Principal will have the opportunity to build on the academy's many strengths, leading a highly skilled staff team and working alongside the Executive Principal and Chief Executive to shape the next stage of its strategicdevelopment.
The successful candidate will
- Have significant experience of workingwith students with special educational needs.
- Be an outstanding and experienced leader andpractitioner.
- Provide effective leadership in raising standards ofattainment and achievement.
- Work collegiately to build on the strengths of the Academy and Trust.
- Be able to motivate staff that are fully engaged inthe goal of achieving excellence in all areas of the Academy both personallyand professionally.
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Principal in Scarborough employer: The Woodlands Academy
The Woodlands Academy is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a nurturing and inclusive environment for both staff and pupils. With a focus on professional development, the academy offers numerous growth opportunities for educators to enhance their skills while working in a state-of-the-art facility that supports innovative teaching practices. Our strong emphasis on collaboration, empathy, and respect creates a vibrant work culture where every team member is valued and empowered to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our students.
