About The Role Headteacher Brand New SEND School in Denton, Manchester Location : Denton, Manchester Salary : £80,000 Hours : Full-time Contract : 52 weeks (On site 41 weeks of the year) Are you looking for your next exciting challenge? Do you want to help create a ‘Centre of Excellence’ for those with SEND? As part of several very exciting developments, we are expanding our provisions and therefore delighted to announce the planned opening of a further independent co-educational school. Havencross School will provide learning and supportive environment activities for 45 primary and secondary aged children and young people from across Key Stages 2-4. Phoenix Learning and Care support Pupils with Autism, Social, Emotional, Behavioural, Mental Health difficulties and associated complex needs. The Havencross School building will enable clear transition between each Key Stages and meaningful pathways towards improved independence and skills. Through your appointment you will have the opportunity to help finalise the development of the school and help shape the way the school is created to meet the needs of Pupils. This role is perfectly suited to existing Headteachers who is seeking the opportunity to be involved in the creation of an exceptional school environment, and to lead a bespoke provision that is based on best practice developments. The school will offer a truly person-centred approach to inclusive education and focus upon delivering a broad and balanced curriculum that meets all areas of Pupil EHCPs. Working within a flourishing independent provider with excellent employee benefits and opportunities for personal development, this position will enable you to shape a provision that that is required by so many children and young people. This is a unique opportunity to work within a truly therapeutic environment where our dedicated in-house integrated therapy team work seamlessly with education Team Members to provide meaningful packages of support that enable children and young people to reach their individual potential. We are seeking to appoint an inspirational experienced senior leader who can appoint and motivate a new team and with guidance from a strong wider education operations leadership team, and support services be responsible for leading the school’s registration and admissions process. The Role: As the Headteacher you will provide dynamic and professional leadership, and set the vison & ethos of the school by creating a development plan that will secure its continued success, ensuring high quality education for all Pupils. We are seeking a senior education leader who has high expectations for improving Pupil outcomes and achievements and can build, inspire, challenge, motivate and empower all members of the school community to carry the Phoenix vision forward. Skills and Requirements: 3 years’ experience in a senior management role of an educational service or school Knowledge and understanding of the Ofsted education framework and inspection process Ability to provide vision, dynamic leadership and direction Be an experienced and successful classroom practitioner Ability to support /drive outstanding teaching and learning Proven ability to support and retain colleagues Ability to evaluate school performance and identify priorities for continuous improvement Effectively monitor student progress Promote a positive culture of vigilance in relation to safeguarding To monitor and administer the SEND register and associated resources Ensure budgetary requirements are achieved Ability to work effectively within the Governance Team and with other colleagues and professionals to achieve the highest standards Value the diversity of the community it serves. Please note that as part of our safer recruitment processes, successful applicants will be subject to pre-employment checks including an enhanced disclosure and barring service (DBS) check, and online and social media checks, and reference validation. At Phoenix Learning and Care, we pride ourselves on our diverse workforce, and ensuring we have an inclusive environment for all our team members. We remain committed to ensuring our teams can bring their true selves to work without risk or fear of discrimination. INDDEN