Assistant Headteacher (Inclusion) - Part-time

Fairview Community Primary, Gillingham

Ref:MED887-3759-42L
Posted:14/11/2022
Pay:Leadership Scale points 2 - 6
Start Date:Jan or April 2023
App Close Date:05/12/2022 at 12:00
Interviews:tba

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Part Time Assistant Head Teacher (Inclusion) 0.6fte

Leadership Scale 2 – 6

Ideally required from January 2023 (although an April start could be negotiable for the right candidate)

An exciting opportunity for a dynamic teacher to lead SEND Provision across our large primary school

We are looking to appoint an Assistant Headteacher responsible for Inclusion. The successful candidate will be an outstanding practitioner with the ability to lead SEND provision across our school from Nursery to Year 6, and to play an active role on our SLT.

The AHT for Inclusion will lead the pastoral team which comprises of a part time SENCo, Family Support Manager and Learning Mentor, as well as line managing a large team of Teaching Assistants.

Applicants should be able to demonstrate:-

Suitability to work with children

A sound understanding of strategies for removing barriers to learning and be able to demonstrate these in practice in the classroom
Experience, skills and knowledge about SEND and inclusion
Proven leadership skills, and be a professional role model
An up to date understanding of the requirements of the SEND Code of Practice and hold the National Award for SEN Co-ordinators
Knowledge and experience of being a DSL

In return, Fairview offers:

well behaved and motivated children who are willing to learn;
the support of a good and hard working staff team;
a well resourced, vibrant school;
a creative curriculum;
a range of opportunities for professional development and
a team of experienced and highly motivated Teaching Assistants

Any offer of employment for this post will be subject to a satisfactory Enhanced DBS check as well as other safer recruitment procedures which will include an online search.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Visits to the school are welcomed and if you would like to discuss the role further with the Headteacher, please contact Julie Trundle, School Business Manager (trunj001@fairviewprimary.medway.sch.uk) or telephone the school office (01634 338710).

Closing date for applications: Monday 5^th December at noon

Information about the school

Fairview Community Primary School is a values based learning community, committed to the education of the whole child. We strive to achieve high academic standards for all children and believe this is best achieved through teaching that is engaging, innovative and personalised to individual needs.

We are proud of our inclusive and caring school. We aim to develop values and learning dispositions with the children that will prepare them for an exciting future. Our children are enthusiastic, motivated, independent learners and they are well-rounded and happy.

We have a dedicated team that strives for the very best in everything we do. We pride ourselves on providing the highest quality learning experiences.

There is also on site childcare available for children from 3 months which is run by an independent provider.

Job Contact Information

Name:Julie Trundle
Address:Drewery Drive, Wigmore, Gillingham, Kent, ME8 0NU
Telephone: 01634 338 710
Email: trunj001@fairviewprimary.medway.sch.uk

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