Assistant Headteacher -Inclusion and Designated Safeguarding Lead - Aylward Primary School

Harrow Council; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in education is seeking an Assistant Headteacher for Inclusion and Designated Safeguarding Lead. This is a remarkable opportunity to join a supportive and growing school, where you will lead vital aspects of inclusion and safeguarding. The successful candidate will demonstrate a passion for teaching, proven leadership skills, and a commitment to raising attainment for all pupils. With a focus on creating a warm and welcoming environment, this role offers the chance to make a significant impact in the lives of children and contribute to the school's journey towards excellence. Join a dedicated team and help shape the future of young learners in a well-resourced setting.

Benefits

Warm and welcoming environment

Excellent CPD opportunities

Supportive staff

Well-resourced school building

Experienced admin assistant

Qualifications

• Proven ability to engage with vulnerable pupils and champion their needs.
• Secure knowledge of SEND Code of Practice and safeguarding documents.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of Inclusion and Safeguarding.
• Play a key role in the school’s senior leadership team.

Skills

Engagement with vulnerable pupils

Knowledge of SEND Code of Practice

Leadership and management skills

Ability to raise attainment

Team player

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Overview

Name of School: Aylward Primary School

Address: Pangbourne Drive, Stanmore, Middlesex

Post Code: HA7 4RE

Telephone No: 020 8958 9202

Assistant Headteacher - Inclusion and Designated Safeguarding Lead

Full Time

Leadership scale 8-12

Required for: April 2025

‘Pupils are well behaved and courteous. They treat school staff and each other with respect and care…..pupils are successful in their learning.’ OFSTED (October 2022)

Are you ready to move to a new and exciting stage in your career?

We are seeking to appoint an outstanding teacher to the post of Assistant Headteacher for Inclusion and Designated Safeguarding Lead. The successful candidate will be passionate about teaching and learning and have proven leadership and management skills.

This is a genuine opportunity to be part of this exciting phase in the life of our school and play a key role in the school’s ‘journey to excellence’. Aylward Primary is a friendly, supportive and growing school, situated on the edge of London and a 5 minute walk from Stanmore Tube station.

The successful candidate will lead all aspects of Inclusion and Safeguarding and play a key role in the school’s senior leadership team.

About you

If you are the right candidate you will be able to demonstrate:

• a proven ability to engage with vulnerable pupils and champion their needs;
• a secure knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice and statutory safeguarding documents;
• a proven track record of raising attainment for all pupils;
• a commitment to value our children and celebrate their achievements;
• inspired leadership and strong motivation;
• an ability to work as a proactive team player.

In return we will be able to offer you:

• A warm and welcoming environment;
• Happy, confident children who love learning;
• A friendly, dedicated and hardworking staff;
• An experienced full time admin. assistant.
• A school that takes pride in developing the whole child;
• Excellent CPD opportunities;
• A new, well-resourced school building set in amazing school grounds.

How to apply

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and a member of the Senior Leadership Team will be available to answer any questions you may have.

For an application pack, please visit our website:

http://www.aylwardschool.org.uk/vacancies

CVs will not be accepted

Closing date: Tuesday 11^th February 2025 (at 12.00pm). Interviews: Monday 24^th February.

For any additional details, please contact the School Business Manager, Marion Tam

Tel: [phone]

e-mail: [e-mail]

An Equal Opportunities Employer

Safeguarding and Promoting the Welfare of Children is a very high priority at Aylward. Our rigorous Safer Recruitment procedures ensure only safe adults work with our children. Please note that an online check will be undertaken for any candidates invited for interview.