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Head of School (Secondary)
Smeeth, Kent
Salary: £65,286 - £73,819 (L12 - L17)
Caldecott School is looking for a talented, dynamic, and motivated Head of School to take on this exciting role. Caldecott is a non-maintained special school with up to 85 young people on roll, aged between 5 - 16 years.
We provide high-quality education and therapeutic care for a range of needs. Our clear purpose is to make an enduring difference to our children's lives, providing them with the knowledge, resilience and skills that prepare them for adulthood and ensure they have a better future.
Duties will include:
* Provide daily operational leadership across Caldecott School
* Lead of an area of responsibility within the school's self-evaluation development plan
* Alongside the schools Assistant Headteacher monitor and evaluate school outcomes against the standard agenda
* Support teachers in understanding the different aspects of teaching and learning in an SEN&D school
* Report to the Headteacher, as required.
You will need to have:
* A commitment to providing high quality educational opportunities for pupils with a range of SEN+D needs including autism and social, emotional and mental health needs.
* The ability to work as part of a highly effective team.
* Strong commitment to inclusion.
* Excellent communication skills.
* A good range of IT skills.
* Qualified Teacher Status.
We offer:
* Professional development opportunities
* Health cash back scheme (covering you & up to four children)
* Employee assistance programme
* Vouchers & Discounts off retail, food, and entertainment
* Cycle to work scheme
* Pension scheme
* High quality training
* Paid DBS and DBS update service
A visit to the school is essential for shortlisted candidates.
Closing Date: 6th June 2025
Interviews will be held after the Closing Date.
(please note in cases where we receive a high volume of applications, we may bring the closing date forward therefore you are advised to submit your completed application form as early as possible to avoid disappointment)
The Caldecott Foundation is committed to safeguarding children. We follow safer recruitment guidelines and all appointments will be subject to a satisfactory enhanced criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service, social media checks, and references.
Sound like a match?
Please send your CV to us via the 'Apply' Button to be sent an Application Form, Job Description, and Person Specification.
Please note: we aim to contact shortlisted applicants as soon as possible.
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