Since 1588 our core purpose has been to fully prepare our young people for their life ahead, they are our ambassadors and our future. Our mission has always been to educate the young people of Newport, Saffron Walden to be exemplary members of the community through academic rigour, challenge, creativity, opportunity and respect. We have a rich history and we are looking for ambitious, highly motivated and exceptional individuals to join our Academy to be a key part in the next phase of our extraordinary journey.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an aspirational, career focused Assistant Principal to join our forward thinking and developmental leadership team. The drive and ambition of the Principal is behind the significant inroads made towards achieving our goal of an outstanding Ofsted report. We are looking for an individual that can share in this vision by bringing the same level of enthusiasm to this influential role.
Managing a diverse team, this opportunity represents the chance to take charge of a multi-disciplined faculty; you will be responsible for all aspects of finance and budgeting, funding allocation, curriculum delivery and staffing. You will also be required to take responsibility of an area of whole Academy significance at a strategic level and deliver your specific subject to a designated cohort of students.
This role would suit an experienced Assistant Principal or someone who is ready to take the next step in their career. The role will provide an excellent opportunity for an aspirational Principal/Headteacher and support and guidance will be given to help you achieve your individual career goals.
Application forms can be downloaded from our website or obtained from the Academy; please submit your completed application form with a covering letter addressed to Mr Gordon Farquhar, Principal. Visits to the Academy or informal meetings with the Principal are warmly welcomed; please contact Mrs Laura McDermott, Executive Assistant to Mr Gordon Farquhar, to arrange a convenient appointment or to answer any queries that you may have.
Closing date: 9.00am on Wednesday 22nd April.
Interviews will be held during the week commencing 27th April.
Joyce Frankland Academy
Newport, Saffron Walden, Essex, CB11 3TR
Website: www.jfan.org.uk
Telephone: 01799 540237
Email: laura.mcdermott@jfan.org.uk
The Governing Body is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An Enhanced DBS check will be carried out for the successful candidate.