Assistant Headteacher and SENCO

Your opportunity

We are looking to appoint a dynamic and visionary Full Time Assistant Headteacher to join our passionate, experienced leadership team. As an Assistant Head, you will help to shape the future vision of our school. This opportunity will see you working alongside a dedicated team of school leaders and educational experts across the school; Leading on Inclusion and taking on the role as SENCO in our dynamic and growing multi academy trust.

We are looking for candidates who will work well as part of a team, as well as being self-motivated and able to work independently. Candidates who can lead as well as support growth and development. Either have already obtained the NASENco qualification or be willing to obtain this.

What we are looking for

•  An inspirational practitioner, with the vision and confidence to motivate, challenge and support
•  A passion for children’s learning and welfare; putting them first in everything they do
•  A team player, enthusiastic and eager to make a difference as a school leader.
•  Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing to a range of audiences

 Committed to developing and maintaining good relationships with staff, parents, pupils, governors and the community.Be part of our creative and passionate team as we develop the next step on our journey, and Grow, Learn and Flourish within GLF Schools.

What we are looking for

•  Experience as a SENCO or Inclusion leadership
•  Strategic planning, development and implementation of SEN within school
•  Ability to plan for a range of needs
•  Excellent people skills
•  Good understanding of planning assessment techniques

About the Region 6 Cluster

GLF has seven schools in the local area consisting of Greenway Junior School, Southgate Primary School, Forge Wood Primary School, Kilnwood Vale Primary School, Salfords Primary School, Lime Tree Primary School, Merstham Primary School , overseen by a Regional Director. We have a collaborative approach towards working which means the schools can work closely together to provide an exceptional education experience to the local communities. The schools benefit from being able to share resources and expertise and support each other where needed. It allows for exciting opportunities for career progression across the cluster and gives you the chance to further your professional development.Our School sits within a newly established cluster of schools, overseen by a Regional Director. 

Join the GLF Schools Community

As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 42 academies or in our central team.

•  A growing Multi Academy Trust with over 2,000 colleagues and over 17,000 pupils
•  Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness
•  42 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England
•  We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity
•  Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible educationThrive in a career at GLF Schools
• GLF Schools Employment Offer
• GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish
•  Access to our highly competitive Teachers Pension Scheme
•  Flexible working options
•  Generous holiday allowance
•  Work life and family friendly policies
•  Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Access to a staff benefits portalJoin the GLF Schools Community

GLF Schools Employment Offer

GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish

•  Access to our highly competitive Teachers Pension Scheme/ Local Government Pension Scheme (delete as appropriate)
•  Flexible working options
•  Generous holiday allowance
•  Work life and family friendly policies
•  Employee wellbeing initiatives
•  Access to a staff benefits portal
•  Community and collaboration working model

Please read the attached Join Our Community candidate pack for further information.Thrive in a career at GLF Schools

The Details

Hours: Full Time, 

Salary: L1 - L5 LPR, FTE £48,484 - £53,383 Depending on Experience

Closing date for applications – 22/09/2024

Interview date – 25/09/2024