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Overview
North East Autism Society is looking to recruit a Vice Principal to join one of our independent specialist schools.
Our schools
* Aycliffe School – Newton Aycliffe
* Thornhill Park School – Sunderland
* The Mackenzie Thorpe Centre – Middlesbrough
Responsibilities
As Vice Principal you will contribute to the delivery of all operational activities within the school, including direct teaching, while assisting the Principal with the overall management and strategic development of our education services. The whole team will work together to inspire, support, celebrate and equip autistic and neurodiverse people to fulfil their potential in life.
About you
While you must be qualified and have teaching experience, it is not essential to have previously worked with autistic individuals. Our comprehensive induction, training and mentoring will give you all the skills and tools you need to thrive in your career.
If you’re passionate about learning and are seeking a rewarding job that makes a positive difference, this is the role for you.
Benefits for you
* Pension scheme with employer contributions
* Extensive training to develop your career
* Employee discounts on over 130,000 shops and entertainment venues
* Access to Blue Light Card, the discount service for emergency and social care staff
* Free staff lunch
* Free eye tests and Employee Assistance Programme to support health and wellbeing
* 36 days annual leave
The successful candidate
* Proven experience as a leader within a specialist school environment
* Up to date knowledge of current DfE guidance including Independent School Standards (ISS)
* Knowledge and understanding of autism and neurodiversity
* Up to date knowledge of local and national government initiatives and legislation
* Quality assurance framework
* Strong and effective leadership qualities
Safeguarding Statement
North East Autism Society is committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced DBS and a child and adult barred list check, two satisfactory references and for teachers, a prohibition check.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The Society is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all appropriately qualified candidates. We value the diversity of our staff and learners and are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive learning and working environment for everyone.
About us
For more than 40 years, we’ve led the way in providing care and education for autistic and/or neurodivergent children, young people and adults across the North‑East of England.
We have more than 1,200 staff working in our schools, college, short breaks, day services, residential care, supported living, employment services and family support. We are passionate about retaining talent and many of our current managers have worked their way up through the ranks.
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