Deputy Headteacher
Ancora House School
Leadership L 12 - L 16
Ancora House School seeks to recruit a Deputy Headteacher to contribute to the leadership of our outstanding provision. This is a unique opportunity to work in a highly specialist environment alongside the clinical team, where you will have the opportunity to effect positive change for an extremely vulnerable group of learners.
Ancora House School has two sites:
* Ancora House Inpatient and Eating Disorder Day Patient units are on the Countess of Chester Health Park. This site is for young people who have been admitted to the Adolescent Mental Health Unit or who may be at risk of admission.
* Castle Park Frodsham hosts the community setting for day attenders who may have physical or mental health problems that prevent them from accessing their home school.
Each site has a Deputy Headteacher to oversee the daily operational running of the setting.
The current vacancy for Deputy Headship is based on the hospital site. The successful applicant will be responsible for the day-to-day running of the education provision there and will join an exemplary team of dedicated professionals.
Our Young People
Our learners may present with challenges such as eating disorders, psychosis, low mood, and anxiety disorders. They may also have diagnoses like ADHD, Autism, or OCD.
The successful applicant will have a commitment to the social, emotional, mental health, and wellbeing of young people, with the capacity to lead a dedicated team with ambition and vision. You will have a sound understanding of how poor mental health can impact learners' progress.
Substantial leadership experience is essential, along with skills to support the growth and development of the whole school. Experience working collaboratively with agencies, professionals, and families is required, as is a strong safeguarding expertise and a resilient, reflective leadership style.
You should be committed to a broad curriculum that raises aspirations and supports transitions, including for learners with SEND. Experience working with families in complex situations and a creative, personalized approach to planning are highly valued.
If you possess the personal and professional qualities to meet the standards of this role, we welcome your application for Deputy Headteacher at Ancora House School.
We encourage potential applicants to visit the sites by appointment.
Ancora House School is committed to safeguarding children and young people. The successful candidate will undergo an enhanced DBS check and provide satisfactory references.
For further information, please contact the school office:
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How to apply
Thank you for your interest. Please complete the application fully, explaining any employment gaps, and demonstrate how your skills and experience meet the role's requirements.
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