Hours of work: 40 hours per week, 39 weeks a year, PPA time allocated (A part time candidate would be considered) Northcroft School are looking for a dynamic leader to join Northcroft School as our Deputy Head Teacher Academic with a proven track record of school improvement. The successful candidate will be joining a team of professional, enthusiastic and committed colleagues who work hard to support all children to achieve both personally and academically. We offer a strong ethos of high expectation and inclusion; children are well supported and thrive in this learning environment. Together with the Headteacher and the Deputy Pastoral, the candidate will work to ensure the smooth and effective running of the school. As a new school the role might include leading the school or phases of the development. You will be expected to promote outstanding teaching, demonstrate passion for school improvement, and use your talents to make a real difference to the lives of our children. You will bring a track record of success and a level of focus, precision and rigour which will have a substantial and sustained impact on the school into the future. Improvement will be based on an unswerving focus on curriculum and its implementation and a strong commitment. Northcroft School are looking for someone who can demonstrate building teams, developing staff, and planning a curriculum that meets the needs of the cohort and one that demonstrates progress across a range of parameters from attendance, engagement and academic learning to EHCP progress and social, emotional, communication and mental health needs. Northcroft School is a specialist School for learners who have multiple needs such as social, emotional and mental health needs, past trauma, ASD and ADHD. We are proud of the high expectations and aspirations we set for every child and young person, providing an inspiring environment where everyone can learn and achieve. Amegreen Education works with students on personalised programs and where possible transitions students back into mainstream within key points, aligned with EHCP key stages. What the school offers its staff: Excellent professional learning and support at every stage in your career, with opportunity for continued personal developement Excellent resources and facilities A core belief in staff wellbeing and work life balance fo all Benefits including funded counselling, physiotherapy and GP / other medical support As a school in Amegreen Education and West Berkshire teachers have opportunities to engage with staff across the local authority and the partnership school to support and collaborate with peers and colleagues in sharing the expertise across both of schools Essential requirements: Good honours degree in subject and QTS Evidence of continious professional development 10 years of teaching experience Able to teach KS3 and KS4 effectively in a subject area, a sound knowledge and understanding of current curriculum developments Prior experience of leadership within the educational sector Ability to adapt teaching for different needs Positive and engaging teaching style, able to lead, motivate, inspire and support students to achieve excellence Equality and Diversity: Amegreen is committed to being an organisation that allows people to be their authentic selves in a safe and inclusive environment. We are actively building diverse teams therefore we welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds. We want to create an inclusive environment where everyone can contribute their best work and develop to their full potential. If you require any accessibility adjustments to support your application, please contact us. Safeguarding and GDPR: Amegreen Children’s Services is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Therefore, all positions are subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and references. Adherence to Safeguarding and GDPR requirements and training on these policies and processes is mandatory for all employees. All employees are expected to understand and promote effective Safeguarding and GDPR practices in all aspects of their employment with Amegreen Children’s Services. Successful candidates will be required to go through a thorough safeguarding onboarding process which requires a full employment history review along with a completed enhanced DBS check