Assistant Director of Education

5 days ago


Royston Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom Positive Futures Recruitment Ltd Full time

Positive Futures Recruitment Ltd is seeking an exceptional individual to fill the role of Assistant Head of School. Located in Meldreth, Cambridgeshire, this opportunity offers a unique chance to make a real difference in the lives of students with complex learning difficulties and needs.

Job Summary:

This senior leadership position entails taking overall responsibility for the school in the absence of the Head of School and leading on school examinations. The successful candidate will inspire creativity and collaboration, lead by example, and drive educational outcomes that have a lasting impact on students.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Collaborate closely with staff and students to maintain strategic objectives
  • Assist the Head of School in ongoing monitoring and evaluation of the Quality Improvement Plan
  • Lead staff development, monitoring progress, encouraging growth, and contributing to ongoing training and professional development
  • Maintain responsibility for student welfare, conduct, and progress, ensuring individual needs are effectively communicated to all staff
  • Foster positive relationships with parents, carers, external agencies, and the wider community to improve pupil achievement, personal development, and inclusion opportunities
  • Lead, monitor, and evaluate the school curriculum in partnership with key staff members, while also monitoring student attainment and progress
Requirements:
  • Qualified teacher status
  • Leadership experience
  • Experience teaching in a specialist environment
  • Evidence of major whole-school responsibilities and experience turning policy into effective practice
  • Experience working with the community and developing links
  • Leadership of a significant area or phase, including responsibility for raising standards across the whole school
  • Experience working with school governors or executives
  • A clear understanding of essential qualities necessary for effective teaching and learning
  • Experience using effective behaviour and teaching strategies, preferably within a special school setting
  • Understanding of TEACCH or similar ASD intervention and support strategies
  • Up-to-date knowledge of statutory regulations and guidance relating to the post, including OFSTED requirements and latest developments in special education
What We Offer:
  • Full training and continued support
  • Life assurance and pension
  • Health cash back plan
  • Car lease scheme
  • Bike to work scheme
  • Perk box
  • Free parking

Salary Range: £49,781 - £56,316 per annum



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