What skills and experience we're looking for
Who We Are Looking For
The successful candidate will be:
• Committed to our mission, vision and values
• An experienced and compassionate SEND leader or aspiring leader
• Able to demonstrate strong knowledge and experience working with SLD, PMLD, and complex co-existing needs
• Able to demonstrate strong expertise in the development and implementation of positive behaviour approaches for pupils with complex SEND needs.
• Passionate about inclusive education and pupil-centred practice
• Committed to achieving the best possible outcomes for every pupil
• Skilled in assessing whole-school priorities and delivering solution-focused improvements that benefit all
• Able to manage complex and difficult scenarios and conversations with compassion care and kindness.
• A positive, resilient and highly adaptable leader, able to support pupils, families and staff through challenge, change and complexity.
What the school offers its staff
Why join us?
• We are a positive and energetic team that values support and collaboration.
• You will contribute to the growth and development of a new expanding school.
• You will work in a purpose built provision with specialist facilities.
• You will receive a comprehensive programme of induction, training and support.
• Most importantly, you will gain memorable experiences of supporting pupils to learn and develop their independence and self-confidence.
Further details about the role
As Assistant Headteacher, you will be a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, playing a pivotal role in the continued development of our school and its provision. You will contribute to strategic leadership while maintaining a strong operational focus to ensure consistently high-quality education for all learners.
Your responsibilities will include:
• Operational leadership of the whole school
• Supporting the delivery and development of an outstanding SEND curriculum and provision
• Leading whole-school Behaviour, Therapies and Attendance
• Leading, developing and supporting staff to ensure high standards of practice
• Managing resources effectively to maximise impact and outcomes for pupils
• Ensuring the safety, wellbeing and safeguarding of all pupils
Working in Partnership
A core aspect of the role is building and sustaining strong relationships. You will:
• Develop positive, trusting relationships with pupils and their families
• Support, mentor, and coach staff
• Work collaboratively with external professionals, therapists, local authorities and other stakeholders
• Contribute to a culture of reflection, teamwork and continuous improvement
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.