Assistant Headteacher:Inclusion

More than one location, Pathfinder Schools

11 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  January 2023

• Application deadline

  6 October 2022 at 5pm

• Date listed

  22 September 2022

Important

This teaching role is at more than one school in the trust. You can find out more in schools overview.

Job details

• Job role:
  • Headteacher, deputy or assistant headteacher
• Key stages: Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern:
  • Full time - Full Time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: Leadership Scale: L 4 - 8 £45,434 - £50,150.22 per annum pro rata

Assistant Headteacher:Inclusion job summary

Are you looking for your next challenge? 

We are looking for a new Assistant Headteacher of Inclusion to join our team from January 2023 working across the Rothwell Schools. 

We are looking for an Assistant Headteacher who:

• Is an outstanding practitioner who can work with the Senior Leadership team to improve the quality of learning and teaching for SEND pupils across the schools 
• Can act as a champion for pupils with additional needs Support children who struggle to manage their behaviour or mental health 
• Can act as a Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead to support our children and families as part of our safeguarding team 
• Can be responsible for the standards, performance and progress of pupils in a key phase: phase 1 (EYFS/Y1) or phase 2 (Y2/Y3) 
• Can work as part of a flexible and support team to meet the needs of the schools

We can offer you:

• Well-motivated children and supportive families 
• An enthusiastic, friendly and dedicated staff 
• A driven and determined SLT Loyal and Supportive Governors 
• Support with your own CPD from an experienced Headteacher
• A chance to work as part of our self-created Multi Academy Trust: Pathfinder Schools 
• Opportunities to work across the primary age range from 3-11

The Rothwell Schools comprises of Rothwell Victoria Infant School and Rothwell Junior School of which both are good schools (OFSTED July 2021, RVIS and January 2019, RJS) which are part of the Pathfinder Schools Academy Trust. We are based in the north of the county in the market town of Rothwell which has seen significant growth over the last few years. 

The Governing Body of the Rothwell Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references, medical and enhanced DBS checks. All shortlisted candidates will now be required to complete a staff disqualification declaration as part of our safeguarding checks. 

We would be happy to answer any questions you have through a phone call with our Executive Headteacher or by visiting the school in person. Please contact our School Business Manager on bursar@rothwell.pfschools.org.uk to arrange. 

Rothwell Safeguarding Policies and Procedures are available on their website which can be accessed on the following web address :

 https://www.rothwellschools.org.uk/staying-safe/staying-safe-introduction - The policy can be downloaded from the side bar on the web page. 

Being part of Pathfinder Schools offers a fantastic opportunity to develop yourself, as a Trust we actively encourage collaboration and the sharing of good practice; we believe that by developing a love of learning and having the highest expectations, all members of the Pathfinder Schools community can achieve and inspire greatness.

We occasionally close vacancies early in the event that we receive a high volume of applications. Interviews may begin soon after receipt of applications for shortlisted candidates, therefore we recommend that you apply early. 

Pathfinder Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS, Reference, Identity, Criminal Record and Medical Checks are mandatory for all posts within Pathfinder Schools. 

Pathfinder Schools is passionate about its values of collaboration, humanity and independence, we believe that when people feel respected and included they can be more creative, innovative, and successful. We are committed to an inclusive workforce that represents many different cultures, backgrounds and viewpoints. Our employee lifecycle processes are designed to prevent discrimination against our colleagues, regardless of gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, pregnancy and maternity, marital status, ethnicity, age, disability status, or any other aspect which makes them unique. While we have more work to do to advance diversity and inclusion, we’re committed to moving our Trust and the education sector forward.

Applying for the job

Please complete the online application.

Supporting documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

AHI Sep22 Candidate Pack_compressed.pdf - 823 KB (opens in a new tab)

About the schools

• Trust type: Multi-academy trust
• Contact email: recruitment@pfschools.org.uk
• Contact phone number: 01536903399
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/pathfinder-schools (opens in a new tab)

The Rothwell Schools are comprised of a partnership between the Rothwell Victoria Infant School Nursery & Infant School and Rothwell Junior School, of which both are good schools. (OFSTED July 2021, RVIS and January 2019, RJS)

The Rothwell Schools are located in the historic Northamptonshire market town of Rothwell, easily reached from Leicestershire, Northamptonshire, Warwickshire and Bedfordshire.

Northamptonshire was recently placed as third in the country in the Halifax Quality of Life Survey and is one of the greenest counties in in England; with 161 parks covering 1,600 acres.

The Rothwell Schools are part of Pathfinder Schools Multi-Academy Trust and collaborates closely with the Trust Central Team and it's eight other schools.

We are extremely proud of our school community, our ethos, tradition and the outstanding educational provision we provide.

We are fortunate to support the learning of nearly 700 pupils from our vibrant local community.

We employ close to 100 staff, including Teachers, Leaders and
Support Staff who enable our school communities and pupils to thrive.

School details

Rothwell Junior School

• School type: Academy, ages 7 to 11
• Education phase: Primary
• School size: 369 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 7 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report (opens in a new tab)
• School website: Rothwell Junior School website (opens in a new tab)
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/rothwell-junior-school-kettering (opens in a new tab)

Rothwell Victoria Infant School

• School type: Academy, ages 3 to 7
• Education phase: Primary
• School size: 288 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 7
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report (opens in a new tab)
• School website: Rothwell Victoria Infant School website (opens in a new tab)
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/rothwell-victoria-infant-school-kettering (opens in a new tab)

Arranging a visit to one of the schools

We would be happy to answer any questions you have through a phone call with our Executive Headteacher, Ashley Izzard-Snape or by visiting the school in person.
Please contact our School Business Manager, Michelle Johnston on bursar@rothwell.pfschools.org.uk to arrange.

School locations

Get a job alert when similar jobs are listed