Assistant Headteacher

Hoople; Hereford; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational service in Hereford seeks a committed Senior Leader for the role of Assistant Headteacher. The successful candidate will oversee the day-to-day operations at St. David's Centre, helping pupils in Key Stage 4 develop their confidence and skills in a supportive environment. Strong communication skills and a dedication to pupil welfare are essential.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills required.
• Candidates must be patient and understanding.
• Experience in improving pupils' social skills and attendance is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Support the education, care, and welfare of pupils.
• Assist pupils in overcoming learning barriers.
• Enhance pupils' confidence and improve their attendance.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Independence

Flexibility

Punctuality

Job description

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Salary Leadership scale: L1 - L5

Organisation: Herefordshire Pupil Referral Service

Location: St David's Centre, Coningsby Street, Hereford

Hours: Full-time

Term/duration: Permanent

Closing date: 12 pm on 11 September 2024

Interview date(s): Tuesday 17th September 2024

Herefordshire Pupil Referral Service (HPRS) provides education to pupils unable to attend mainstream school for various reasons. The service is currently split over three sites located within Hereford – St David’s Centre (KS4), The Aconbury Centre (KS3), and H3 (Hospital, Home, Hub Teaching Team).

HPRS offers a safe, secure, and welcoming learning environment where young people can grow as responsible, independent, and self-confident learners. The service benefits from a supportive Management Committee and Senior Leadership Team, along with a dynamic team of experienced, committed staff.

We are seeking to recruit an enthusiastic and committed Senior Leader for the role of Assistant Headteacher, to contribute to the vision for the service and oversee the day-to-day running of St. David’s Centre for pupils in Key Stage 4 at designated times.

You will join a team dedicated to creating a positive and caring community that prioritizes children’s well-being and development.

Candidates should be patient and understanding of the challenges faced by our pupils and possess excellent communication skills. The candidate will also need to:

1. Support the education, care, and welfare of pupils under the direction of the Headteacher
2. Assist pupils in overcoming barriers to learning
3. Be an excellent classroom practitioner
4. Enhance pupils’ confidence, motivation, social skills, and relationships, enabling them to face new and challenging situations
5. Improve pupils’ attendance and punctuality
6. Work independently and proactively
7. Be punctual, flexible, accommodating, and a team player

HPRS is committed to the protection and safety of its pupils; therefore, all candidates will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check at Enhanced Level.

For more information contact:

To discuss the role or arrange a visit, please contact Headteacher Beverley Blower at St. David’s Centre by calling 01432 274485 or 07956 859473 during school holidays.

Application forms and further details are available from Hoople at [emailprotected]. Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an interview.