DBS0335/24 - Deputy Head Teacher - Woodlawn School

Woodlawn Specialist School is a fully inclusive school catering for pupils 2½ to 18 years with physical, medical, sensory needs and/or moderate learning difficulties.Governors of this exceptional Specialist School are looking to appoint an outstanding Deputy Head teacher (non-classed based) to lead our Primary /EYFS Department in our welcoming and nurturing school.Applications are invited from an exceptional, motivated, inspirational and empathetic individuals with a proven track record in delivery of the highest quality teaching and learning to SEND pupils to join our Senior Leadership Team and build on the school’s strengths to take it to the next stage of its development and beyond.They will be an outstanding practitioner, have excellent social skills and demonstrate the ability to work creatively, innovatively, and when required, under pressure. They will be passionate about education and young people and will be committed to working with and developing others, including staff and students alike. Above all, they will love working with young people and adults.The Deputy Head Teacher will carry out the duties of this post in line with the remit outlined in the current School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document including the conditions of employment for Deputy Head Teacher.Under the overall direction of the Head teacher, the Deputy Head Teacher will play a lead role in:Strategic leadership and management Leadership of learning and teaching Leadership and management of pastoral care and safeguarding Leadership and management of pupils’ attainment and progress Leadership and management of staff Leadership and management of the curriculumWe can offer in return: A welcoming and supportive school community of children, staff, parents and Governors. Opportunities for further professional development. Coaching and supervision to support you in your new role.For further information about our school, please visit our website - visits are warmly welcomed and encouraged and will take place on Wednesday 1st May at 9:00am or Thursday 2nd May at 2:00pm. If you are intending to visit, please call the school office to confirm which day.The ideal candidate will have: Extensive knowledge and experience of working with SEND pupils. Experience of working in a leadership role. Experience of monitoring and evaluating the performance of the school to drive improvements.Following shortlisting on 10th May 2024 we will inform successful candidates of the interview process taking place the week of 20th May 2024.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure will be sought along with other relevant pre-employment checks as appropriate.
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