The Role

Required for September 2019

We are seeking to appoint an inspiring and enthusiastic Assistant Headteacher to lead on personal development, behaviour and attitudes across Key Stages 3 and 4. This post represents an exciting opportunity for either a current middle leader or an existing Assistant Headteacher with the vision and leadership capacity to take us to the next stage of our journey towards a world-class education for all of our students.

You will join us at a truly exciting stage in the school’s development: we have recently moved into a new school building, established a multi-academy trust and developed an innovative approach to curriculum design and development.

A recent OFSTED inspection praised the quality of leadership and noted that the strongest impact of our work has been in embedding the right culture for learning. The successful candidate will build on this success by promoting outstanding behaviour for learning and maximising the impact of our curriculum intent on all students. He/she will be able to make an impact from the outset, demonstrating a repertoire of strategies to foster behaviour and attitudes that maximise learning and enable students to become a force for good in society. 

The successful candidate will be resilient, creative and have a proactive attitude with a relentless focus on the highest of standards in all aspects of school life. The specific role and responsibilities will depend on the experience and aspirations of the individual appointed, coupled with the needs of the Academy.

Candidates should apply in writing, stating in no more than 2 sides of A4 how their experience to date has prepared them for this role.

An information pack, including a Job Description and Person Specification can be downloaded below. (Please ignore the apply button). Alternatively, this can be found from the school’s website: www.chestnutgrove.wandsworth.sch.uk, or by contacting Ms Payen on 0208 673 8737

Completed application should be returned to the school either by email or post. 

Closing Date: 18 March 2019 (at noon)
Interview date: to be held on Tuesday 26 and Wednesday 27 March 2019

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Please note that we do not accept CVs.

Chestnut Grove Academy
45 Chestnut Grove, Balham, London SW12 8JZ
Headteacher: Christian Kingsley MA MSc NPQH

Richmond and Wandsworth Councils