What skills and experience we're looking for
The Deputy headteacher, under the direction of the headteacher will:
• Determine the strategic development of the special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) policy and provision in the school
• Be responsible for the day-today operation of the SEND policy and co-ordination of specific provision to support individual pupils with SEND
• Provide professional guidance to colleagues, working closely with staff, parents and other agencies
• The Deputy Head will also be expected to fulfil the professional responsibilities of a teacher, as set out in the School Teacher’s Pay and Conditions Document
• Be a member of the senior management team
• Be a practising Catholic
• Fulfil the school’s Mission Statement
What the school offers its staff
We can offer the successful candidate:
• Friendly, well-motivated children who enjoy learning
• A team of experienced and dedicated staff
• A well-respected school with links in the local community and with external agencies
• A highly supportive governing board
• A therapeutic and trauma informed culture
• Plenty of opportunities for CPD and personalised professional development
Commitment to safeguarding
St Ambrose RC Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of all our children and expect all staff to share this commitment. We follow safer recruitment practice and all appointments are subject to satisfactory enhanced DBS clearance, satisfactory references and verification of identity and qualifications.