Job title: Pathway Lead (ASC in the first instance)
Directorate: Shaftesbury Education Victoria School
Reports to: Deputy Head
Supervises: Teachers in the pathway
Salary: MPS/UPS + SEN plus TLR 2. Leadership grade may be considered for suitably qualified applicants.
Purpose of the Job
* To carry out the professional duties of a Pathway Lead as circumstances may require and in accordance with Victoria School policies under the direction of the Headteacher.
* Managing staff and resources.
* Monitoring progress towards the achievement of the school’s vision & objectives.
* The Pathway Lead will be expected to fulfil their professional responsibilities, as set out in the School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document (STPCD).
* To lead aspects of the school as directed by the Headteacher. Discussions will take place on a regular basis to clarify individual responsibilities within the general framework and character of the post as identified below.
Key Responsibilities
* Assist in the day-to-day management of the school.
* Communicate the school’s vision compellingly and support strategic leadership across the directorate.
* Lead by example, holding and articulating clear values and moral purpose, and focusing on providing excellent education for all pupils.
* Build positive relationships with all members of the school community and the wider community, showing positive attitudes to them.
* Keep up to date with developments in SEND and education, and have a good knowledge of education systems locally, nationally and globally.
* Seek training and continuing professional development to meet your own needs.
Pupils and Staff
* Teach up to a 50% timetable.
* Demand ambitious standards for all pupils, instilling a strong sense of accountability in staff for the impact of their work on pupil outcomes.
* Ensure excellent teaching in the school, including through training and development for staff.
* Establish a culture of ‘open classrooms’ as a basis for sharing best practice.
* Create an ethos within which all staff are motivated and supported to develop their skills and knowledge.
* Identify emerging talents, coaching current and aspiring leaders.
* Hold all staff to account for their professional conduct and practice.
Systems and Processes
* Ensure that the school’s systems, organisation, and processes are well considered, efficient and fit for purpose.
* Provide a safe, calm, and well-ordered environment for all pupils and staff, focused on safeguarding pupils and their personal development.
* Implement systems for managing the performance of all staff, addressing any underperformance, supporting staff to improve, and valuing excellent practice.
* Work with the Local Advisory Board and Trust Board as appropriate.
* Support strategic, curriculum-led financial planning to ensure effective use of budgets and resources.
* Support distribution of leadership throughout the school.
Safeguarding
The Assistant Head will fully support the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) for the school ensuring the safeguarding of children is to the highest standard and complete DSL training themselves.
Job title: Class Teacher
This job description and person specification is not exhaustive, and amendments and additions may be required in line with future changes in the post holder duties.
Safeguarding
Shaftesbury is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adult, young people and children and expects all employees to share this commitment and follow our safeguarding policies and procedures.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Shaftesbury is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of gender, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.
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