Welcome
Dear Candidate,
Thank you for your interest in the post of Headteacher of Kingsway Park High School (KPHS).
KPHS is an 11-16 academy in the Altus Education Partnership. The Trust is seeking an exceptional individual with the vision, personality, and strategic thinking to lead one of the most highly regarded and successful schools in the borough. According to Ofsted in 2017, KPHS is a good school with ‘the capacity to go on improving’, where ‘pupils making good progress’ and have ‘above average attendance’. But the Ofsted report is only part of the story, the school is committed to developing the whole child so that they can progress onto further education and employment, and lead fulfilling, happy and productive lives. Consequently, the school has broad and balanced approach to learning that supports students develop the skills, knowledge and social skills they need to succeed. A key focus of the school in recent years has been to establish and develop significant links with the wider community.
The school is currently one of three institutions in the Trust - the others being the Edgar Wood Academy that opened as a brand new 11-16 academy in September 2021, and Rochdale Sixth Form College (TES 6th form college of the year 2021). In the next few years, it is likely that Altus will expand further and there will be exciting opportunities to work with academies in the primary and secondary phases to improve the quality of education we offer to students in the borough.
The school and Trust have a very strong educational reputation in the local community and are in a financially robust position. KPHS’ number on roll is expanding and we are currently rebuilding parts of the school estate to better accommodate our current numbers (currently around 1300).
The school has come a long way in recent years, and with the support of the Trust it has a very strong platform for continuing success at a time when many educational establishments face more significant challenges. Reporting directly to the CEO, the successful candidate will have designated autonomy and authority to lead the school and provide a rigorous, compassionate, and fulfilling education to every young person in their care.
You are very welcome to visit the school and if you feel inspired by what you have read and what you see, we would be delighted for you to submit an application. To arrange a visit, discuss the role in more detail in confidence or to make an application please contact or recruitment partner Martin Blair at Hays Leadership on 07736791138 or at martin.blair@hays.com.
We look forward to hearing from you and thank you for your interest in Kingsway Park High School and Altus Education Trust.
Richard Ronksley, CEO Altus Education Partnership
Deborah Ball, Chair of Trust Board
David Roberts, Chair of Governors, KPHS
About Us
Kingsway Park High School is a progressive, inclusive and over-subscribed 11-16 school. It opened as a new school in September 2010. There are presently around 1300 students and 170 staff. The student population is a diverse and vibrant mix of over 40 different ethnic backgrounds with over 20 different languages spoken. The most significant groups, in terms of numbers are Pakistani and White British. Almost 50% of students attract Pupil Premium and a significant number receive free school meals. In September 2013 the school moved permanently into the new facilities on the Turf Hill Road site. The school has state of the art facilities and resources and is proud of the high-quality facilities, resources and environment it provides for both staff and students.
The school was last inspected In July 2017 when the outcome was that it continues to be a ‘Good’ school. The Ofsted report truly encapsulates the ethos, vision and culture of the school. You can see the Ofsted report here.
Further information can be found at www.kingswaypark.org
AEP is a partnership of equals where all academies are distinctive institutions working together for the benefit of all students, within which headteachers, principals and local academy councils have delegated authority and associated autonomy.
To create and successfully run a family of inclusive academies from early years to 18 that enables all students, regardless of background to progress to an aspirational career, a fulfilling life and make a positive contribution to their local community.
- Unrelenting commitment to improve the quality of our provision and enhance the lives of our students.
- Openness in the way we build trust and bring purpose to our work as a Multi Academy Trust.
- Accountability through the rigorous, transparent and forensic analysis of all aspects of our performance.
- Commitment to the principles of inclusion and equality.
- Dedication to the borough of Rochdale and its surrounds.
- Collective responsibility for one another and the results of all of our students - “if one fails we all fail”.
- To provide students with a high quality of education in all of our academies
- To recruit, retain, professionally develop and look after our staff
- To work in partnership to help transform communities, support local businesses and contribute to the wider regeneration of Rochdale
- Create a financially viable and sustainable MAT
- Enhance the environmental sustainability of our academies
Further information can be found at www.altusep.com
Location
The school is well positioned, only a short, 2-minute drive from junction 21 of the M62 making it very accessible for commutes from across the North West and Yorkshire.
Kingsway Park High School
Turf Hill Rd
Rochdale
OL16 4XA
Vacancy Details
Headteacher
Core Purpose
The Headteacher will:
- Embody the values and ethos of KPHS and the Trust and work tirelessly for the benefit of students in the school’s care
- Be a visible and compassionate leader for staff, students, parents/carers and the local community
- Embed exemplary behaviour and attitudes so that pupils are keen and ready to learn
- Maintain a safe and welcoming environment in classrooms and public areas of the school
- Demonstrate and articulate high expectations and set challenging targets for staff and students
- Secure excellent outcomes for all students, regardless of ability, gender, social background or ethnic origin
- Plan and effectively implement strategies to continue to improve the quality of teaching and learning at the school
- Empower students to be active participants in their learning and to take personal responsibility for improving their life chances through their educational experience
- Work with educational colleagues in the borough and the Trust to support the intelligent sequencing of education from early years to 18
- Be outward facing, and work effectively with educational and non-educational partners outside the Trust
- Ensure all parents/carers are supported and encouraged to be fully engaged in their children’s learning
- Manage the school Senior Leadership Team and ensure the effective operation of performance management systems and that all staff receive effective professional development
- With the CEO and the Trust ensure that all statutory requirements are met in relation to the operation of the school
- Liaise with all relevant external agencies at both national and local levels as may be required from time to time
Salary:
Highly competitive and negotiable dependent on experience.
Timeline:
Closing date – 8am, Monday 19th September
Interviews – 29th and 30th September
Start date – Ideally January 2023 or in discussion with the appointed candidate
Visits:
Candidates are welcome to visit the school and this can be organised by
contacting Martin Blair at: martin.blair@hays.com Or on 07736791138
Key Documents:
Headteacher - Job Description
Altus Strategic Plan and Offer
How To Apply:
For further information, an informal and confidential discussion
about the role or to discuss the application process please contact Martin Blair at Hays Leadership
Appointments.
Martin Blair
Hays Leadership Appointments
Tel: 07736791138
Email: martin.blair@hays.com
