Vice Principal & SENDCo/Inclusion Lead
St Nicholas of Tolentine Catholic Primary School, Bristol, BS5 0TJThis job expired on 25 October 2024 – see similar jobs
Start date details
January 2025
Closing date
25 October 2024 at 3pm
Date listed
3 October 2024
Job details
Job role
- Deputy headteacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Part time
Contract type
- Fixed term
Full-time equivalent salary
- £53,380.00 - £58,959.00 Annually (FTE)
Vice Principal & SENDCo/Inclusion Lead job summary
An Exciting Secondment Opportunity with the Newman Catholic Trust
Vice Principal & SENDCo/Inclusion Lead
Leadership Scale L6 - L10
Secondment for January 2025 to October 2025
0.6 FTE - 3 days per week
(days of the week and time commitment can be flexible & negotiated)
We are delighted to announce an exciting secondment opportunity for an experienced and passionate educational leader to join St Nicholas of Tolentine School as a Vice Principal and SENDCo/Inclusion Lead. This opportunity is ideal for an individual looking to further their leadership experience, drive inclusive education and support the development of high-quality teaching and learning within a vibrant and welcoming school community.
St Nicholas of Tolentine School is part of the Newman Catholic Trust, a growing family of schools dedicated to providing an excellent and inclusive education rooted in the values of the Catholic faith. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact within St Nicholas School and the wider Trust whilst also gaining valuable experience in a senior leadership position.
About the Role
The successful candidate will receive full support from the school’s Principal and the wider Trust to ensure a smooth transition and integration into the school’s leadership team. The Vice Principal & SENDCo/Inclusion Lead, will play a crucial role in shaping the strategic direction of SEND provision, fostering a culture of inclusion and ensuring that every child’s individual needs are met.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide leadership and strategic direction for SEND and Inclusion across the school, ensuring high standards of teaching and learning for all pupils.
- Work closely with the Principal to drive school improvement, promoting a positive and inclusive school culture.
- Manage and support the Inclusion Team, including Teaching Assistants, to deliver effective support for pupils with additional needs.
- Act as the key liaison between parents, external agencies, and the Local Authority to ensure appropriate support and interventions are in place.
- Contribute to the school’s Senior Leadership Team, supporting with day-to-day management and playing a pivotal role in school-wide decision-making.
What We Are Looking For
We are seeking a highly motivated and dedicated leader who is:
- Committed to the values and ethos of the Newman Catholic Trust and St Nicholas of Tolentine School.
- Experienced in leading SEND and Inclusion in a primary or secondary school setting.
- Able to demonstrate a strong understanding of the SEND Code of Practice and statutory requirements.
- An excellent communicator and team player, able to inspire and support colleagues to achieve the highest standards.
- Passionate about making a difference to the lives of all pupils, especially those with additional needs, ensuring that they achieve their full potential.
What We Offer
- A rewarding leadership role within a supportive and forward-thinking Trust.
- A well-remunerated secondment with excellent opportunities for professional development and career progression.
- Support and mentoring from the school’s Principal and the Newman Catholic Trust, including access to high-quality CPD and leadership training.
- The chance to contribute to the strategic direction of a vibrant school community dedicated to achieving the best outcomes for all pupils.
A full job description and personal specification are available on request from the school office or from enquiries@newmancatholictrust.com
Application is via a CES application form accompanied by a cover letter to the Chair of the MAT Board (no more than two sides of A4) stating:
- Strengths
- Suitability for the roles
- Self-identified developmental needs,
- Previous experience linked to key areas of the job description,
- How you will contribute to the effectiveness of the school, particularly in the areas identified above.
Closing Date and shortlisting: 25/10/2025 at 3.00pm
Interviews for candidates: TBC
The Cardinal Newman Catholic Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to all the necessary pre-employment checks, including an Enhanced DBS; Prohibition Check; Childcare Disqualification (where applicable) qualifications (where applicable) medical fitness; identity and right to work.
All applicants will be required to provide three suitable references. We promote equal opportunities for all.
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.
About St Nicholas of Tolentine Catholic Primary School
- School type
- Academy, Roman Catholic, ages 4 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary
- School size
- 137 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
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