Assistant Head Teacher – John Chilton School - London, United Kingdom - Ealing Council

    Ealing Council
    Ealing Council London, United Kingdom

    3 weeks ago

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    Permanent
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    Start date: September 2024 or as soon as possible after

    Applications are invited from excellent and experienced middle or senior leaders looking for the next step in their development. The school has restructured at a senior leadership level and is looking for an Assistant Headteacher to support the senior leadership strategically across the whole school, taking specific responsibility:

    *For children looked after (CLA) pupils by being the Designated Teacher

    *For leading and organising Annual Reviews and EHCP reviews

    *For organising supply staff across both school sites

    As well as supporting the day to day running of the school. There will also be a teaching expectation.

    Required :

    *Recent experience of working successfully as a senior or middle leader in an SEND environment

    *High expectations and determination to raise standards;

    *Have a thorough knowledge of the SEND Reforms and implications for staff, pupils and their families;

    *Have a thorough knowledge and understanding of what constitutes high quality teaching and learning.

    *Proven ability in mentoring, coaching and leading staff.

    *Be imaginative, innovative, resourceful and decisive.

    *Have the ability to think strategically and creatively.

    *Excellent communication and team work skills;

    *The ability to work closely with parents, governors, outside agencies and the wider community.

    We offer :

    *The opportunity to develop skills and experience;

    *Good facilities, resources and job satisfaction within a supportive environment;

    *Support from colleagues and a leadership team dedicated to success.

    At John Chilton School we want our staff team to reflect the rich cultural diversity of the school and local community. We would like to employ staff that help us achieve our ambition of being a proactive anti-racist school, that empowers all our pupils, staff and families, and enables all to achieve and grow.

    Candidates are welcome to visit the school. Please contact Andrea Keogh to arrange a suitable date and time.

    We are committed to safer recruitment, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS).