Deputy Head

Post: Deputy Head (Behaviour inclusion and attendance)PermanentFull timeSalary from 55000 - 60000 dependant on experienceClosing Date: Monday 6th October 2025Completed application form to go to About the roleImpact North West Schools is a registered Independent special school working with young people aged 11 - 16 who need support to transition back into their mainstream or specialist setting. We offer a variety of programmes depending on the needs of the young person and some where it is in the childs best interest stay with INWS until Year 11. Our dedicated team of staff work collaboratively to ensure successful outcomes for all our pupils.Main purpose of JobWork in partnership with the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team in shaping the vision and direction for the school leading strategic and improvement planning and setting high expectations with a clear focus on students behaviour inclusion and attendance. You will produce reports analyse data and work collaboratively with all of our staff and will support and challenge other members of the Executive and Senior Leadership Team.Duties and responsibilitiesIn the absence of the Headteacher to assume authority and responsibility for all aspects of our school.To make significant contributions to the School Improvement Plan self evaluation whole school policy and decision making with particular focus on the November 25 changes to the revised education inspection frameworkTo lead on the behaviour of all students in our school focusing on intent implementation and impact.Use data to identify individuals or groups that need targeted support and developstrategies to improve behaviour attitudes and personal development.Raise attainment for all students by consistently planning preparing and delivering high-quality engaging interventions.To ensure that student voice is taken into account when developing strategiesProvide regular reports to show the impact and effectiveness of all behavioural strategies and management.To have oversight of CPOMS and Arbor to ensure that staff are completing relevant sections fully and correctly.Assist the Headteacher in managing and preparing for the Education Ofsted Inspection processTo be a visible presence around school.Lead by example especially when implementing change and improvements in standards.Promote a culture of inclusion within the school community where all views are valued and taken account of.Line manage the Pastoral team.Provide regular CPD to colleagues and stay abreast of the latest quality of education initiatives.Support teachers professional development and appraisal through lesson observations feedback and implementation of improvement strategies.Lead on research best practices and innovations in intervention strategies.To be available during the holiday periods for on-call duties as dictated by a rota.To undertake any professional duties of the Headteacher reasonably delegated by the Headteacher.Other ResponsibilitiesDevelop and implement educational programmes that meet the needs of all students.Oversee the daily operations of the school ensuring a safe and productive environment.Collaborate with parents teachers and community members to promote student success.Work with the Headteacher and Designated Safeguarding Lead to ensure safeguarding policies and practices are consistently implemented monitored and reviewed across the school.Ensure compliance with educational policies regulations and standards.RequirementsGood honours DegreeQTS/QTLS/PGCEEvidence of CPD relevant to this job roleExperience in a Senior role within a SchoolSEND experienceDelivering and developing a whole school initiative.Working under pressure and meeting deadlinesFacilitating/Chairing meetingsLine management of a teamSuccessful experience of using target setting data analysis and innovation to improve outcomesDelivering and developing a whole school approach to behaviour inclusion and attendance.The ability to analyse data identify issues and trends and address areas for improvement.The ability to demonstrate a sound knowledge of up to date initiatives within the Education sector and experience of how this knowledge can be applied to the development and improvement of Behaviour attitudes and personal development.Reflective practitionerAn in depth understanding of school leadership and the school improvement strategies needed to achieve outstanding behaviour and attitudes and personal developmentYou will beConfident user of IT SkillsConfident public speakerPlanning & OrganisingAn inspirational LeaderAbility to work under pressure and prioritise workloadAble to work positively within teams.PERSONAL QUALITIESHigh degree of personal integrityEnergy and enthusiasmAbility to challenge and influenceProblem SolverAbility to work in a way which reflects the Schools values/ ethos.Willingness to address challenging issues with diplomacyAbility to work under pressure and deal effectively with emerging situations.For an informal chat or visit to the school please contact Jo Smith PA to the Headteacher.SAFER RECRUITMENT STATEMENTImpact North West Schools (INWS) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in its school. INWS complies with the statutory legislative requirements and guidance that seeks to protect children including Keeping Children Safe in order to meet this we follow a rigorous selection process to discourage and screen out unsuitable applicants.Application StageAll applicants are scrutinised to verify identity and academic or vocational qualifications.Professional references are requested using our standard proforma for shortlisted candidates.References must cover a period of the last 5 years of employment. As a minimum these should be from the two most recent employers. References are checked against previous employment history and gaps in employment.Professional references must be obtained from professional email addresses.The application form requires applicants to complete a disclosure of any criminal convictions.ShortlistingOnly those candidates meeting the criteria outlined in the person specification will be shortlisted.InterviewShortlisted candidates will take part in an in-depth interview and selection process.Candidates will be asked to address any discrepancies anomalies or gaps in employment in their application form and this includes their employment history.Candidates at the end of their interview will be reminded of their responsibility to disclose criminal convictions that are subject to DBS check if they have not already done so on the application.AppointmentDisclosure and Barring Service and other pre-employment compliance checks.An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate (DBS) will be required for all appointed posts.Keeping Children Safe in Education declaration.Further identity checks to determine you are who you say you are.Inclusion on our Single Central Record (SCR).Prohibition checks for appropriate applicants.Proof of right to work in the UK must also be provided.ProbationAll new staff will be subject to the INWS probation procedure for a period of six months.The probation period is to enable the assessment of an employees suitability for the job for which they have been employed which includes the monitor and review of the performance of new staff in relation to duties skills qualifications and experience outlined in the job description and person specification.This will also include an employees suitability to work with children and young people and their commitment to safeguarding and child protection.Equal OpportunitiesINWS recognises the value of and seeks to achieve a diverse workforce which includes people from all backgrounds.INWS takes positive steps to create an employment culture in which people feel confident of being treated with fairness dignity and tolerance irrespective of their individual differences.This commitment extends beyond the relationship between and conduct of employees and potential employees to the whole community.INWS is committed to the elimination of unlawful discrimination and to the promotion of good relations between all.How to applyCompleted application form as attached to go to: Key Skills Client Server,Land Survey,IT Hardware,Airbus,Lab Technology Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 55000 - 60000