Assistant Headteacher

Midsomer Norton Primary; Frome; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity exists for an enthusiastic leader to join an innovative school catering for pupils with complex learning difficulties. The successful candidate will be a visionary educator responsible for the Working Futures Careers programme while fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment.

Benefits

Supportive working environment

Inclusive links with local schools and colleges

Committed governors and parents

Qualifications

• Proven leadership and SEND experience.
• Ability to motivate and inspire pupils.
• Strong communication and ability to build relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Working Futures Careers programme.
• Plan and deliver dynamic, personalized lessons.
• Provide appropriate learning opportunities for diverse pupil needs.

Skills

Leadership

SEND experience

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Creativity

Job description

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious, enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our innovative and exciting school.

Critchill School caters for pupils aged 4 - 19 years with profound, severe and complex learning difficulties.

You will:

Have leadership and SEND experience with the ability to motivate and inspire

Be visionary, ambitious and self- reflective

Lead our Working Futures Careers programme and ensure its continual development.

Be a consistently outstanding and effective classroom practitioner with the ability to plan and deliver dynamic, personalised lessons

Be creative, innovative with excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Enthusiastic with a proven record of successfully seeing projects and initiatives through to completion

Provide appropriate learning opportunities for the full range of our pupil’s needs in line with our school’s vision and values

A commitment to Trust improvement and a willingness to embrace the Trust’s values, core purpose and collaborative principles

Be able to build effective working relationships with a range of stakeholders and contribute to the strategic development of the school

We can offer:

Lively and enthusiastic pupils who thrive within a supportive environment

Our strong, inclusive links with local mainstream schools, colleges and community

A hardworking and dedicated team

Committed governors and parents who care about their school

It is strongly recommended that interested candidates call the Head Teacher to discuss this position and arrange a visit to the school.

Interview date: 7th July

Commencement date: TBC to discuss at Interview

This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent spoken English is an essential requirement for the role.

Critchill School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.