Assistant Headteacher for Inclusion
Ben Jonson Primary School, London, E1 4PZThis job expired on 5 October 2022 – see similar jobs
Start date details
January 2023
Closing date
5 October 2022 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
21 September 2022
Job details
Job role
- Headteacher
- Deputy headteacher
- Assistant headteacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2
Working pattern
- Full time: Full time hours in line with Teachers pay and conditions document.
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- Leadership Range L6 – L14 (Inner London Weighting)
Assistant Headteacher for Inclusion job summary
Ben Jonson Primary School is a vibrant, three
form entry school for children aged 3 to 11. We are situated close to Mile End park and a
short distance away from the City of London, in the London Borough of Tower
Hamlets.
We welcome children from all backgrounds, abilities and talents.
Our main aim is to give all our children the opportunity to develop their
full potential.
Our children are at the heart of every decision we make to ensure that
they are happy, confident and that the opportunities provided for them are
relevant to their needs, both now and in the future.
Our Ethos
Ben Jonson Primary School has a character of its own
with a real ‘buzz’ around the building from our youngest children in the Early
Years, all the way up to our Year 6 children preparing for the next steps in
their journey. It is this buzz that captures the heart of our School, a truly
unique place where children are happy, confident, and proud of their
achievements, both inside and out of the classroom.
The school values -Brave,Kind,Curious,are
central to our school life, and support our provision of a uniquely engaging
and warm environment in which all children can learn, enjoy and succeed. We
strive to inspire our pupils to be lifelong learners, equipping each and every
pupil with the skills, knowledge and mindset to succeed in the next stage of
their education. We believe in furthering strengths and interests while
supporting each child’s developmental needs, and through creativity, curiosity
and high expectations, we aim to support our children in becoming responsible,
successful citizens.
What we offer
- Competitive salary
depending upon qualifications
and experience; - Professional development opportunities;
- A motivated team of teachers and support staff
committed to developing and raising standards. In addition, we have a team of
specialist teachers in specific areas to provide targeted and quality first
teaching; - A supportive and knowledgeable Governing Body and
experienced Senior Leadership Team; - Excellently resourced school in a beautiful modern building;
- Free parking on site (subject to availability);
- Free coffee and tea supplied throughout the day.
Who are we looking for?
The ideal candidate
will be an individual who:
- Will provide effective
leadership of the Inclusion team; - Support the headteacher’s overall leadership, development and management
of the teaching and learning of all pupils including those pupils in the Ben
Jonson SEMH Resource Provision; - Will have extensive experience
and skills in working with pupils with a range of special educational needs and
be passionate about helping all our pupils to achieve their full potential; - Have the ability to relate to
and communicate effectively with parents, colleagues and other professionals; - Able to work well under pressure,
having the ability
to adopt a flexible approach
to working and support other areas of the school when required; - Will have an excellent knowledge of current
safeguarding regulations and best practice; - Be organised and resourceful;
- Shares the school’s vision for education and has a commitment to the same ethos;
- Demonstrates a solid understanding of, and commitment to working within the principles of equality, diversity, and inclusion;
- Is a team player
who shows a positive attitude,
works well with colleagues, and offers constructive suggestions for school
improvement; - Is a good role model to other colleagues.
Application Process
Please apply for this vacancy by the following link: https://www.benjonson.towerhamlets.sch.uk/vacancies
Return your completed application form to: recruitment@benjonson.towerhamlets.sch.uk
We are an equal opportunities employer and we are
committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all
staff to share this commitment. The post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
School
Visit
A visit to the school is essential. There is an
opportunity to attend the school for a tour on Thursday 29 September 2022 and
Monday 3 October 2022. Please call 020 7790 4110 to book your slot or email admin@benjonson.towerhamlets.sch.uk
Closing Date:
Wednesday 5 October 2022 at 12:00pm
Interview Date:
Thursday 13 October 2022
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Upload additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Ben Jonson Primary School
- School type
- Local authority maintained school, ages 3 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 631 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Ben Jonson Primary School website
- Email address
- recruitment@benjonson.towerhamlets.sch.uk
Arranging a visit to Ben Jonson Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@benjonson.towerhamlets.sch.uk.
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