Deputy Headteacher
| Posting date: | 28 February 2025 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 30 March 2025 |
| Location: | Harrow, HA3 6LE |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 25c97367-575f-49d1-8602-c1ef87a1789f-27 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
The new Deputy Headteacher will have experience of senior leadership in special schools for pupils with MLD, ASD, and/or SLD and will work closely with the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team. The new Deputy Headteacher will be part of a team that ensures we deliver on our commitment to Shaftesbury's vision, mission and strategic priorities. The new Deputy Headteacher will be expected to support a culture that enables all learners and staff to excel.
Who are we looking for?
We are looking to hear from leaders with the experience of working with young people who have a range of learning needs. We are looking for someone who is creative and innovative.
If you are an inspirational, motivated, and forward-thinking leader, with experience of whole school development and improvement, this could be an excellent opportunity for you.
We are looking for a Deputy Headteacher who:
• is a team player.
• is an effective communicator.
• is a motivational line manager.
• can work well with staff, students, and parents to ensure that Shaftesbury High School continues to place the students at the centre of the decision-making process.
• has the vision and strategic thinking skills to continue developing this outstanding school.
• has the ability, creativity, and ambition to plan and lead constructive change.
• can work closely with the Assistant Head (Quality of Education) to focus on developing our ambitious curriculum.
• has in-depth knowledge of SEND, including the latest developments in pedagogy.
What the school offers its staff
We offer
• An exciting and challenging role.
• A supportive whole staff team and governing body.
• An engaging and forward-thinking curriculum and assessment systems.
• A strong pastoral ethos.
• A fantastic pupil population with supportive parents and families.
• A competitive salary, Leadership 10-15.
Commitment to safeguarding
Shaftesbury High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young prople and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment to this post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check as well as other pre-appointment checks outlined in Keeping Children Safe in Education (September 2011)
The new Deputy Headteacher will have experience of senior leadership in special schools for pupils with MLD, ASD, and/or SLD and will work closely with the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team. The new Deputy Headteacher will be part of a team that ensures we deliver on our commitment to Shaftesbury's vision, mission and strategic priorities. The new Deputy Headteacher will be expected to support a culture that enables all learners and staff to excel.
Who are we looking for?
We are looking to hear from leaders with the experience of working with young people who have a range of learning needs. We are looking for someone who is creative and innovative.
If you are an inspirational, motivated, and forward-thinking leader, with experience of whole school development and improvement, this could be an excellent opportunity for you.
We are looking for a Deputy Headteacher who:
• is a team player.
• is an effective communicator.
• is a motivational line manager.
• can work well with staff, students, and parents to ensure that Shaftesbury High School continues to place the students at the centre of the decision-making process.
• has the vision and strategic thinking skills to continue developing this outstanding school.
• has the ability, creativity, and ambition to plan and lead constructive change.
• can work closely with the Assistant Head (Quality of Education) to focus on developing our ambitious curriculum.
• has in-depth knowledge of SEND, including the latest developments in pedagogy.
What the school offers its staff
We offer
• An exciting and challenging role.
• A supportive whole staff team and governing body.
• An engaging and forward-thinking curriculum and assessment systems.
• A strong pastoral ethos.
• A fantastic pupil population with supportive parents and families.
• A competitive salary, Leadership 10-15.
Commitment to safeguarding
Shaftesbury High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young prople and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment to this post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check as well as other pre-appointment checks outlined in Keeping Children Safe in Education (September 2011)