Assistant Headteacher

Assistant Headteacher – Nore Academy – Full Time

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Nore Academy is a brand-new SEN school soon to open on the Isle of Sheppey.

We will be opening our doors early in 2025. We will cater for young people aged 11-16 with a primary need of SEMH and other related areas of SEN such as ASD. The first phase of opening will see pupils in KS3 join across years 7, 8 and 9 many of whom may have been out of school for some time.

We are looking for a dynamic, visionary and inspirational Assistant Headteacher. You will have a pivotal role in our Senior Leadership team and will be instrumental in driving the vision into reality for this exciting new school.

·      The successful candidate will be required to lead on Behaviour Support. Personal Development and SEN specialist interventions as well being the Head of KS3. This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in establishing the positive and inclusive culture within this new provision for the children on the isle of Sheppey. We are looking for someone who is relentless in their pursuit of positive outcomes for young people and willing to lead by example to effectively role-model what they expect of others. The role will inevitably evolve and change as the school expands, the successful candidate must be willing to work flexibly and adjust to changing needs and priorities as the school develops.

·      You must have high expectations in relation to individual progress and an uncompromising ambition for all pupils to succeed.

·      Partnership working is a crucial element of this role, and you must have proven experience of building and maintaining successful stakeholder relationships.

·      The role will include the line management of support staff.

·      This is a full-time, permanent position on Teachers’ Leaderships pay L8- L12.

The successful applicant will have:

·      A thorough knowledge of the effects trauma or neurological conditions can have on child development

·       Experienced of leading practice in positive behaviour support.

·      An in-depth knowledge of the EHCP process including Annual Reviews, target setting and approaches to support pupils needs as described in the section F of the plans.

·      Previous leadership experience

·      Previous Line Management Experience

·      Previous experience within with SEN and a background of supporting children with social and emotional difficulties.

·      Child centred values and have the needs of the children at the core of your decision making.

We can offer you:

·      The opportunity to work in a passionate, supportive and inclusive team.

·      A commitment to support you in developing new skills through a wide range of professional development opportunities and experiences.

·      The opportunity to be a leader in a school which is committed to providing ambitious outcomes, support, opportunity and inspiration for young people,

You will offer us:

·      Your commitment in your role as Deputy Headteacher.

·      You will be motivated and enthusiastic, sharing your extensive experience of working with children with SEN including SEMH and ASD.

·      Your commitment to engaging and inspiring our pupils and the ability to make a real difference to their learning.

·      Your flexibility, commitment and excellent interpersonal skills.

If you have any further questions,

please contact Lucy Veronese (HR Officer) LVeronese@noreacademy.co.uk

Information about the school

Background to Alternative Learning Trust - Kent & Medway Hub

Alternative Learning Trust (ALT) is a multi-academy trust (MAT) for Pupil Referral Units (PRUs), Alternative Provisions (APs), and Specialist Settings. We are a collaborative trust and believe the most sustainable developments and improvements come from working together. We are driven to transform the educational experiences of all children and young people, offering them opportunities to reach sustainable outcomes for the rest of their lives. These values are accompanied by excellent pedagogy, vibrant curriculum models, and responsible governance.

The Alternative Learning Trust became a multi-academy trust (MAT company number 11788031) in June 2019. Nore Academy will become the sixth school of The Alternative Learning Trust; The other schools of the trust includes Limes College, Estuary Academy North, Estuary Academy Island, Will Adams Academy, Saffron Valley Collegiate. The Trust has been established to work with Pupil Referral Units (PRUs) and alternative providers who support vulnerable students to access and engage with education. Many of our students have special educational needs and some have been excluded from mainstream education.

As a Trust we have the following core set of values for our staff and the families we support: • the need for people to flourish in all areas of their lives; • we are stronger through a sense of community; • social justice is vital.

Our Kent & Medway Hub

Background to Estuary Academy North

Estuary Academy North is located in Gravesend, Kent and has been on a considerable and fast-paced journey, making exciting and positive strides forward. We have an amazing team who are focused on providing the best outcomes for our students, promoting positive behaviour for learning and creating a high-quality teaching environment. Ofsted say that ‘For many pupils, their time at Estuary Academy North is transformational.’ We strongly believe in this moral purpose and seek to continue to grow the exceptional team working to achieve this. With the right facilities and a well renowned SEND department, now is the time to come and work with us. Recent Ofsted – Good with Outstanding for personal development. Once employed you will be given excellent support and training as we want to upskill the right candidate to ensure we have an excellent support team for our young people.

Background to Will Adams Academy

Will Adams Academy is located in Gillingham and joined Alternative Learning Trust in April 2022. The school has recently reorganised their structure and is working closely with our Gravesend school in sharing facilities, expertise and curriculum development. Ofsted outcome – Good. Will Adams is our smallest Kent & Medway hub school with only 45 children, but it is also home to our exceptional SEMH Assessment Centre and Apollo Training programmes which are commissioned by the Medway Local Authority.