Headteacher
Chaffinch Brook School, Croydon, CR0 6NAThis job expired on 28 March 2024 – see similar jobs
Job start date
1 September 2024
Closing date
28 March 2024 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
8 March 2024
Job details
Job role
- Headteacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 1, Key stage 2, Key stage 3, Key stage 4
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- L14 - L20 (Outer London)
What skills and experience we're looking for
- Qualified Teacher status
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Evidence of relevant professional
development at senior leadership level
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Evidence of recent relevant professional
development and training, including
safeguarding and financial management
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Commitment to further develop own professional
knowledge and skills
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Substantial experience of successful
leadership at Deputy Head level or above
in a SEND environment
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Experience of collaborative working with
vulnerable families and multi-agency teams to
support students and their families
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Experience of managing change
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Understanding of financial planning, budgetary A/I
management and principles of best value
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Proven record of innovative curriculum design that
reflects the needs of the students
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Experience of managing and leading a wide
range of staff
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Experience as a lead for Appraisal
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Experience of planning, and evaluating a
academy Development Plan
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Experience of using a range of tools and
evidence, including learner performance data, to
support, monitor, evaluate and raise standards in
all aspects of provision
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Experience of working successfully with governors,
parents, Local Authority and other partners
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Evidence of implementing effective whole
academy safeguarding policies and practices
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Knowledge and experience of the common
inspection framework in a leadership and
management role. (Ofsted)
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To develop and communicate a clear vision so that
others are inspired to embrace it
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Able to provide effective and inspirational
leadership that inspires confidence and
motivates staff, parents and students
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Able to prioritise and organise the demands of
being a Head Teacher and being able to
delegate effectively
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Experience of leading and managing a wide range
of staff
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Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills, both
written and oral
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Knowledge and understanding of students with
Autism
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Knowledge and understanding of students with
a wide range of moderate and complex
educational needs
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Clear understanding of the role of self
- evaluation
in the continuous improvement of the academy
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Knowledge and understanding of local and
national trends and requirements in special
education
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Secure knowledge and understanding of
safeguarding procedures
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Knowledge and understanding of legal issues,
including equal opportunities
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Exceptional role model with the highest
standards of integrity, who is approachable
and demonstrates a strong and collaborative
leadership style
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Dynamic and reflective leadership qualities
that ensure the continual drive towards
excellence for all students
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Ability to make difficult decisions based on putting
the students first
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Ability to manage change and work under
pressure
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Willingness to ask for advice and support
where necessary
What the school offers its staff
- Great pension scheme
- Excellent CPD and Career development oppurtunities
- Staff discount scheme
Commitment to safeguarding
The Beckmead Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and young people so expect all staff, volunteers and contractors, to share this commitment. As part of our safeguarding commitment, appointment to any post is subject to receipt of satisfactory references, medical clearance (including the ability to participate in Physical Intervention), satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check as well as evidence of the right to live and work in the United Kingdom. We will also carry out an online search on shortlisted candidates to help identify any incidents/issues which are publicly available online.
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If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Chaffinch Brook School
- School type
- Academy, ages 5 to 16
- School size
- 94 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 5 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
- School website
- Chaffinch Brook School website (opens in new tab)
- Email address
- recruitment@beckmeadtrust.org
At Chaffinch Brook we are very proud of our school and of the children that come to our school. We aim to ensure that our children are cared for, nurtured, respected and that we provide a school that allows each and every child to flourish. We strongly believe that children who have Autism can learn, make progress and succeed with committed and knowledgeable good Autism practice.
We believe that everyone in school should enjoy their learning and feel proud of their achievements. To fulfil this, we provide a curriculum which gives equal value to developing children’s academic, social, physical and emotional understanding. Our aim is to prepare every child so that they can make a positive contribution to the society in which they live and that they can function in the fast changing world in which they find themselves. Through fostering a lifelong love of learning, we hope to help our pupils to live a full and happy adult life.
As a school community we believe that children thrive when the entire school community – pupils, parents, carers, staff, governors and the wider community come together. We strongly value the relationship we have with our parents/carers and recognise that effective partnerships are essential. We appreciate and value the support our parents/carers give us and the role they play in enriching our children’s experiences and supporting their child’s education. Parents/carers are always most welcome into school to help or to discuss their child’s progress or any matters of concern.
Arranging a visit to Chaffinch Brook School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@beckmeadtrust.org.
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