Assistant Headteacher and SENDCO

Job Ref: L/OL-92715

Class Teacher Responsibility

Based: Friezland Primary School, Church Road, Greenfield, OL3 7LQ

Contract: Permanent 

Salary: Leadership Pay Scale L1-5 plus SEN Allowance

Start Date: Monday 2nd September 2024

Working Hours : Full Time 190 Days + 5 INSET (4 Days Teaching / 1 Day Release)

Closing Date: Wednesday 15th May 2024, 12 noon

Interview & Assessment Day: Tuesday 21st May 2024

Friezland Primary School is highly regarded as a happy and friendly community school, where staff and children enjoy good relationships as they work together to provide an excellent education for every child. We pride ourselves on our friendly community ethos where everyone works hard to ensure the best outcomes for our children, instilling our Mission Statement: ‘A Family Committed to Making a Difference’.

Situated in the village of Greenfield, Saddleworth, we are a half-form entry Foundation School with 105 pupils on roll. We are one of nine schools in the area that make up the Dovestone Learning Partnership Co-operative Trust; a strong and supportive partnership which enables collaborative working at all levels.

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and highly motivated Assistant Headteacher to join our hard-working and dedicated team. This is a full-time, class teacher role in Key Stage 2, and includes SENCO responsibilities. We welcome applications from excellent classroom practitioners, who hold – or are committed to completing – the SENCO qualification, and are keen to take on the challenges and rewards of working in a small, dynamic, aspirational school.

We want someone who:

Is committed to realising the potential in every child Demonstrates excellent communication and interpersonal skills and can form positive relationships with all stakeholders Is committed to safeguarding children and families Has proven management skills and appropriate leadership skills to support the strategic development and direction of the school. Demonstrates flexibility and the capacity to adapt to change Is organised, can work under pressure and prioritise effectively Has a caring attitude, enthusiasm and a good sense of humour

In return, we can offer you:

An exciting opportunity in a friendly and caring school A committed, motivated and supportive Headteacher, staff team and Governing Board Happy, confident, hardworking children who are enthusiastic and eager to learn The wider support and opportunities provided by the Dovestone Learning Partnership Co-operative Trust Continuous professional development opportunities

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and families and this post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (Disclosure & Barring Service check).

Candidates are encouraged to visit our website for more information, and warmly invited to visit the school. Please contact our school administrator, Mrs Lisa Baulk, to arrange at

Application forms should be sent via e-mail directly to the Headteacher, Miss Rebecca Hill, at by 12pm on Wednesday 15th May 2024.

Short-listed candidates can expect a letter of invitation via email on Thursday 16th May.

The interview and assessment day will take place at Friezland School on Tuesday 21st May.

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