Assistant Head

· A supportive, inspirational and nurturing leader with a proven track record in teaching, learning and leadership. · An excellent teacher with a wide repertoire of expertise from teaching and learning to behaviour management. · Aspirational for our school and pupils. · Someone who enjoys a challenge and is committed to raising standards. Why Work for us? We think you will love working with us and here are some of the reasons why: · We are a welcoming and supportive school with strong values and a caring ethos. · Our staff are a hardworking team dedicated to helping children succeed. · Our children are engaged and eager to learn. · We have a supportive leadership team and wider school community.

Melksham Oak Community School is a large, thriving 11-18 secondary school where students of all abilities, aptitudes and social backgrounds are nurtured, encouraged and challenged to achieve their best. In our most recent Ofsted inspection, the school was rated GOOD in all areas-a testament to the dedication and passion of our entire team and school community. We couldn't do what we do without our amazing team of staff, including our Senior Leadership Team, which you would be part of as Assistant Head. We are looking for an outstanding, capable and supportive leader to join our team as Assistant Head, committed to providing the highest standards of teaching and learning for our students. If you are looking to continue your teaching career in a leadership role which will be varied, challenging and rewarding, then we want to hear from you. Come and join us on this exciting journey to help ensure the best for our school and that every student in our school reaches their full potential.

· As part of The White Horse Federation multi-academy trust, we benefit from their support, encouragement, shared resources and outstanding CPD opportunities. Why not come and see for yourself? We would love to welcome you to our school and show you around so that you can better understand our school environment. Please get in touch with the school office to arrange. The White Horse Federation is a large Multi-Academy Trust in South West and South East England, committed to providing the very best education for our students. We believe in empowering our staff to be the very best they can be, and that is why you will find a wide range of professional development opportunities available to you when you join us. The Advantages of joining our Federation In addition, our employees reap the rewards of a competitive benefits package, including:

• Employee Assistance programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Menopause support network
Discounts, save money on holidays, clothing and much more:
• Discounts for Teachers - All staff within the Trust can take advantage of the discounts
• Blue Light Discount
• Eye Care Vouchers
Development
• Access to up-to-date training on safeguarding and child protection to ensure staff are fully supported in their roles, including ongoing updates on statutory safeguarding guidance and legislation.
• CPD Programme
• Supportive leadership team to help you reach your full potential
Pension / Leave and Service
• Excellent Pension Scheme
• Employer contributions above national standards
• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity, paternity, adoption, and shared parental leave
• An additional White Horse concessionary day's leave per year