Assistant Headteacher SEND

Manor Primary School, Bilston, West Midlands, WV14 9UQ

9 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  28th April 2025 (if possible)

• Closing date

  31 January 2025 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  21 January 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Assistant headteacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: Leadership payscale L8-L12

Assistant Headteacher SEND job summary

Are you a talented leader/ teacher looking for a new adventure? The Directors of Manor Primary School are seeking to appoint an inspirational, innovate and passionate Assistant Headteacher to lead SEND across Manor Primary and to be part of Manor’s Senior Leadership Team.

We are looking for a candidate who possesses:

• Previous leadership experience is preferred, either at a senior or middle leader level and preferred previous leadership of SEND
• A proven track record of delivering high-quality teaching and providing support for children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
• An inclusive approach to practice, demonstrating a commitment to fostering a diverse learning environment.
• A supportive attitude towards colleagues, alongside the ability to offer constructive advice to enhance practice.
• The capability to engage in difficult conversations in a productive and professional manner.
• Experience liaising with external agencies to meet children's needs and support SEND initiatives.
• A comprehensive understanding of a wide range of SEND needs, particularly Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
• The ability to model best practices, lead in the classroom and engage in team teaching to support colleagues effectively.
• A clear passion for SEND and inclusive practice across the school community.

We can offer:

A dedicated and friendly staff team who are committed to delivering the best education and services for children and staff within the Trust.

CPD opportunities in-line with role

The chance to join a growing Academy who are committed to raising standards and achieving excellence for all pupils Vivup – Employee Benefits scheme (https://vivupbenefits.co.uk/)

The post is subject to satisfactory references, an enhanced DBS check, medical check (if required) and evidence of qualifications and verification of the right to work in the UK.

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.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

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About Manor Primary School

• School type: Academy, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary
• School size: 669 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
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