Assistant Headteacher – Inclusion

Full Time

Start Date: January 2025

Gatton Primary School is a three-form entry Muslim faith designated VA school. Located in the heart of vibrant Tooting, the school has a capacity of 630 on roll. The school staff are diverse and reflect the community we serve. The school performs above national averages for all key outcome measures. The school achieved Outstanding in both our OFSTED and faith designation inspections in 2024.

A great opportunity to join the staff of our successful school has arisen for the post of full time Assistant Head (Inclusion). This is a crucial role, as part of the senior leadership team, you will ensure our pupils and community achieve the absolute best they can!

We are looking for someone who has:  

• A warm and welcoming manner. 

• A solution focussed approach.  

• Honest and trustworthy with professional integrity.  

• A team player who can support staff whilst being a positive role model. 

• Excellent organisation and time-management skills. 

• The ability to develop links with parents, school governors, external agencies, the local authority and the local community. 

• A commitment to upholding the ethos and vision of our school. 

• A proven track record in putting the wellbeing of pupils at the heart of all they do. 

• Previous experience of working within a Primary School. 

• Relevant qualifications and training.  

We Offer: 

• Being part of a professional, dedicated and friendly team.  

• A supportive wider school community. 

• Fantastic, enthusiastic and eager children who are ready and willing to learn. 

• Excellent CPD opportunities. 

If you feel you have the experience and skills to apply for this role, we highly recommend that you contact the school office and make an appointment to visit the school. We would love to show you around. 

Please contact Uzma Mussa – by email umussa@gatton.wandsworth.sch.uk or Telephone: 020 8682 5570

An information pack, including a Job Description and Person Specification can be downloaded below or from the Wandsworth Council website https://jobs.richmondandwandsworth.gov.uk/

Alternatively, an information pack, including a Job Description and Person Specification can be downloaded from www.gatton.wandsworth.sch.uk/vacancies  

For further information please contact Ms Uzma Mussa on 0208 682 5570 or by email recruitment@gatton.wandsworth.sch.uk   

Closing Date: 06 December 2024 (Midnight)

Interviews: Week beginning 09 December 2024 

We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications have been received. We strongly advise you to complete your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. 

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, expecting all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. 

This post is subject to a DBS check.

CVs are not accepted. 

Gatton Primary School 

(Voluntary-Aided Muslim Faith School) 

13e Broadwater Road, Tooting, London, SW17 0DS 

Tel: 020 8682 5570 

Head Teacher: Mr Majid Ishaque 

And say: "My Lord! Increase me in knowledge."

Surah Taha – Verse 114