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Associate Assistant Principal, Head of Science

Job details
Posting date: 29 April 2025
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 02 May 2025
Location: Honiton, Devon, EX14 1QT
Company: Teaching Vacancies
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: 0bd180c3-a7ee-4857-ab21-80d965898846-1

Summary

What skills and experience we're looking for

Job Title:

Associate Assistant Principal, Head of Science

Salary

L3 – L7

Location:

Honiton Community College

We are seeking an inspiring leader to join our Senior Leadership Team as Associate Assistant Principal – Head of Science. A dedicated and passionate educator, you will drive excellence in science while upholding our school values of Kindness, Curiosity, and Resilience.

This role offers the opportunity to lead whole-school student leadership initiatives, shaping future leaders and making a real impact. If you have the vision, commitment, and desire to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you.

As a key member of the leadership team, you will:

• Drive excellence in science education and inspire both staff and students.

• Play a strategic role in the Senior Leadership Team, contributing to whole-school improvement.

• Lead whole-school student leadership, fostering growth and responsibility.

• Champion our core values: Kindness, Curiosity, and Resilience.

We are looking for a leader with:

• A proven record of success in science leadership.

• Passion for teaching and learning, raising student outcomes.

• Strong leadership and communication skills.

• Commitment to student development and empowerment.

If you are able to meet the requirements of this role, and can help shape the future of our school, we would love to hear from you.

For an informal conversation about the role please contact: adam.dowrick@honiton.college

Full details and an application form can be downloaded here: Ted Wragg Multi-Academy Trust - Vacancies (tedwraggtrust.co.uk)

Closing date: 02/05/2025 Interview date: 08/05/2025

(This job advert may close early if sufficient applications are received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if you are interested)

The Ted Wragg Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments will be subject to a number of safeguarding checks including an enhanced DBS check.

What the school offers its staff

At Honiton Community College, we believe that education is about more than just academic success—it’s about building a strong, supportive community where students and staff thrive together. As a Community College, we are deeply connected to our local area, ensuring that our school is a place where everyone belongs.

Our Values: Kindness, Curiosity, and Resilience

These values shape everything we do, from our approach to teaching and learning to the way we support and develop our staff. We foster a culture where students and teachers feel safe, valued, and inspired to achieve their best.

Why Join Us?

A School at the Heart of the Community

Community is at the core of our identity. We are proud to be part of the Honiton Learning Community, working in partnership with local schools, businesses, and organisations to create opportunities for our students. We are outward-facing, always looking for ways to enrich the lives of those we serve.

A Culture of High Expectations and Support

We believe that great teaching flourishes in disruption-free classrooms. Our clear and consistent behaviour policies allow teachers to focus on what matters most—engaging and challenging students in their learning.

Outstanding Professional Development

We are committed to the growth of our staff through our Growing Great People strategy which incorporates a comprehensive CPD package, which includes, but is not limited to:

• A weekly coaching programme to support continuous improvement
• Deliberate practice to refine and enhance teaching techniques
• Access to the TWT Institute, providing the latest research and evidence-based teaching strategies

If you are passionate about education and want to work in a supportive, community-driven school where both staff and students are encouraged to grow and succeed, we would love to hear from you.

Commitment to safeguarding

We are part of the Ted Wragg Trust, an ambitious and inclusive trust of schools strengthening our communities through excellent education. The Ted Wragg Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments will be subject to a number of safeguarding checks including an enhanced DBS check.