The posting
Acre Hall Primary School is part of Bright Futures Educational Trust and is driven by the vision, “the best for
everyone, the best from everyone”. The academy’s mission is rooted in inclusion, strong relationships, shared
values, rich diversity, powerful knowledge, character development and preparing young people to make a
positive difference in the world. The academy values all members of its community showing respect, being
honest, being kind, showing resilience and working hard.
To work collaboratively with the Principal, Vice Principals and Senior Leadership Team to provide strategic
leadership for Acre Hall Primary School, securing excellent outcomes, strong teaching, high standards of
behaviour and attendance, effective safeguarding, and a values-driven culture in which every student can
flourish.
Key responsibilities and accountabilities:
1. Strategic leadership
Provide visible, values-led leadership across the academy.
Work closely with the Principal and Senior Leadership Team to shape, implement and evaluate the
academy improvement strategy.
Contribute to self-evaluation, improvement planning and the academy’s journey towards excellence.
Lead strategically on whole-school priorities as agreed with the Principal.
Deputise for the Principal where required and undertake professional duties in their absence.
Contribute to Trust-wide leadership and collaboration across Bright Futures Educational Trust.
2. Teaching, learning and achievement
Lead the development of high-quality teaching so that all students achieve strong progress and
outcomes.
Develop and implement effective systems for quality assurance, monitoring, evaluation and follow-up.
Ensure that staff training and pedagogical development are sharply focused, evidence-informed and
improve classroom practice.
Lead detailed analysis of student performance and use this to plan interventions, support key groups and
address underachievement.
Work with senior and middle leaders to secure consistently high standards in curriculum implementation,
teaching and assessment.
Ensure that lessons and provision are informed by prior and current student data so students are well
supported to achieve excellence.
3. Culture, behaviour, attendance and personal development
Lead and sustain a culture of high expectations, belonging and community cohesion across the academy.
Provide strategic leadership for behaviour, attitudes, attendance, personal development, character
education and SMSC.
Develop and maintain transparent, fair and effective behaviour systems rooted in academy values.
Promote a culture of celebration, reward and student leadership.
Lead strategies to improve attendance and punctuality, including support for vulnerable students and key
groups.
Ensure students are supported to become self-regulating, responsible and respectful members of the
community.
Oversee a highly relevant personal development curriculum that fulfils statutory requirements and
prepares students for future pathways.
4. Safeguarding, inclusion and student welfare
Promote a strong safeguarding culture across the academy and ensure safeguarding responsibilities are
fully understood and enacted.
Work with safeguarding leaders and external agencies to protect children and promote their welfare.
Ensure that provision for all students, including those educated outside the mainstream classroom or in
alternative provision, is safe and of high quality.
Support the academy’s inclusive ethos and ensure that all students are known, valued and supported.
Contribute to the academy’s wellbeing strategy so that challenge is matched by compassion.
5. Leadership of people
Line manage and performance manage designated senior and middle leaders.
Build leadership capacity through coaching, support, challenge and professional development.
Create and foster a culture of reflective practice, openness and continuous improvement.
Challenge underperformance at all levels and ensure timely corrective action.
Ensure staff are treated fairly, with dignity and respect, in line with Trust policies and values.
Lead by example as a teacher and senior leader, demonstrating professionalism, integrity and high
standards.
6. Systems, communication and accountability
Develop, implement and review robust systems, policies and processes across areas of responsibility.
Use accurate data, reporting and evaluation to inform decision-making and measure impact.
Provide clear and thorough reports and updates to the Principal, Senior Leadership Team, governors and
Trust colleagues as required.
Communicate clearly and transparently with staff, students, parents and carers, and external stakeholders.
Contribute to policy development and ensure consistent implementation of academy and Trust
expectations.
7. Partnerships and community
Sustain positive relationships with students, families, governors, Trust colleagues, partner schools, the
local authority and external agencies.
Be a visible presence for students, parents and the local community.
Support community engagement, partnership working and external representation where appropriate.
Contribute to the inclusive, multicultural and welcoming character of Acre Hall Primary School
8. Operational and wider responsibilities
Attend and lead meetings, assemblies, training and academy events as required.
Participate in break, lunchtime, before-school and after-school supervision.
Contribute to support programmes for students and staff, including occasional weekend or holiday
provision where needed.
Manage delegated budgets in line with academy and Trust expectations.
Keep abreast of national developments and relevant research in areas of responsibility.
Undertake any other reasonable duties commensurate with the role as directed by the Principal.
General expectations of all senior leaders
The Vice Principal will:
Act with honesty, integrity and transparency at all times
Embody the vision and values of Acre Hall Primary School and Bright Futures Educational Trust
Model the highest standards of professionalism
Maintain a relentless focus on improving life chances for all students
Demonstrate commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
This job description is not intended to be exhaustive. It outlines the main duties and responsibilities of the
post and may be reviewed and amended from time to time in consultation with the post holder to reflect the
changing needs of the academy.
We are open, supportive and flexible with high-quality CPD opportunities through our Teaching School Hubs and Professional Development Institute.
Flexible working will be considered please discuss your preferences at interview.
Please see the attached job description and person specification for a full list of responsibilities and accountabilities.
Keeping Children Safe in Education
Bright Futures Educational Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; pre-employment checks will be carried out and references will be sought for shortlisted candidates and successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and other relevant checks with statutory bodies.
