Job Description

Join Our Journey of Transformation: Become a Leader in Education at Cornelius Vermuyden School

Cornelius Vermuyden School, is now under the leadership of the South East Essex Academy Trust (SEEAT), in collaboration with Zenith Multi Academy Trust and Basildon Academies.Together we are embarking on a significant phase of improvement and innovation. We are poised for a transformation, and we need your expertise and passion to help with our journey.

As Deputy Headteacher, you will play a key role insupporting the Executive Headteacher and Head of School to shape and deliver the vision and strategic priorities of Cornelius Vermuyden School with a particular focus on behaviour and pastoral support.
You will have a small teaching commitment, supporting colleagues by modelling best practice and contributing directly to the academic success and pastoral care of our pupils.

You will also work closely with colleagues in other SEEAT schools, sharing best practice and embracing your own professional development.

You might be an experienced Deputy Headteacher looking for a new challenge, or an Assistant Head looking to make the next step in your career. What is most important to us is that you share our vision and values.

We are seeking a Deputy Headteacher who is:

• Driven by a moral purpose:Dedicated to making a real difference in the lives of students who need it most.
• Resilient and adaptable:Ready to face and flourish in challenging environments.
• Innovators in education:Eager to implement effective teaching methods that inspire and engage.

Why Choose Cornelius Vermuyden School?

• Impactful Work:Your work will directly contribute to the uplifting and turnaround of our school, affecting lasting change in the community.
• Professional Growth:Be part of a dynamic team under the new Executive Headteacher from SEEAT, offering numerous opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• We also offer a friendly, welcoming, and supportive school environment with a committed staff team.You will have access to all of our employee benefits from day one of your employment.

To arrange a school visit or an informal discussion with the Executive Headteacher, please contact the Headteacher's PA, Adele Beckman, on 01268 685011.

Cornelius Vermuyden Schoolis committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects its entire staff to share this commitment. All post-holders working in our school will be considered to work in Regulated Activity and will be required to have an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS).In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance all shortlisted candidates may be subject to online searches that may include social media. For further information please contactHR@seeat.org.

Join us in January and be part of the change at Cornelius Vermuyden School. Let's reshape the future together.

Information about the School

South East Essex Academy Trust (SEEAT) is a Multi-Academy Trust (MAT) with eight schools.

SEEAT was inaugurated on 1st April 2014. It was made up from Westcliff High School for Girls, Prince Avenue Academy, Nursery and Children’s Centre (sponsored by WHSG) and Rochford Primary School and Nursery. The Trust enlarged on 1st September 2014 with WHSG sponsoring the academisation of Holt Farm Junior School. In September 2021 The Deanes School, Hadleigh Junior School and The Westborough School joined us followed by Heycroft Primary School in January 2024.

We are a friendly, collaborative family of schools and we believe that all the schools in the family have become significantly stronger since working together as part of SEEAT.

We are looking to grow in a measured way over the next few years. If you are interested in joining us, we would be happy to talk to school leaders and governors about your options and to share how we believe SEEAT could make a positive difference to the pupils, staff, and families in your school.

Please contact HR at hr@seeat.org for recruitment queries or info@seeat.org for other queries.