Strategic Leader of Attendance - SEN Teacher - Full-time - Special Needs Position

Nore Academy , Sheerness

• Ref:KCC886-7007-62T
• Posted:25/11/2025
• Pay:Teacher Pay Scale - MPS + TLR2C + Sen Allowance
• Start Date:April/September 2026
• App Close Date:10/12/2025 at 10:00
• Interviews:12th/15th/16th December

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Exciting Leadership Opportunities at Nore Academy Island!

Strategic Leadership Group - Experienced Teacher with Whole School Leadership responsibility for Attendance

MPS + TLR2C (£8610) + Sen Allowance £2,787

Are you a passionate and dynamic leader or future leader looking to make a real difference in a fast-growing, innovative new school? Join us at Nore Academy Island, where our state-of-the-art, first-class facilities opened in January 2025, and we are proud to be shaping the future of education for young people with SEMH and SEN needs.

We are seeking:

• A Strategic Leader for Attendance.
  We are looking to grow and develop a whole new layer of leadership with our Strategic Leadership Group. You will feed directly into the senior leadership team and will be supported by a dedicated SLT with purposeful strategic priorities. The other roles we are seeking are strategic leaders for careers and destinations and core curriculum. These inspiring roles are perfect for experienced teachers eager to shape school-wide development.
• A Creative and Purposeful Leader or Aspiring Leader to drive whole-school responsibilities, supporting our vision for high standards and emotional well-being.

Why Join Nore Academy Island?

• Be part of a pioneering school in a superb, newly-built environment.
• Play a vital role in transforming the lives of young people who need dedicated, caring, and innovative educators.
• Enjoy a collaborative, supportive leadership team committed to your professional growth and success.
• Competitive leadership remuneration with added responsibility allowances.

Who Are We Looking For?

• Aspiring Senior Leaders looking for a role where they can demonstrate impact and grow their experience.
• Experienced, passionate educators with a strong track record of motivating and challenging learners through excellent teaching and learning. There will be a teaching commitment of around 15-20 lessons a week.
• Experienced Teachers or Leaders looking to hold whole school responsibility and be upskilled in managing responsibilities like attendance, careers or Core subjects.
• Child-centred, resourceful, and proactive thinkers committed to continuous improvement.
• Enthusiastic about developing their leadership skills and contributing to a dynamic learning community.

If you’re ready to lead in a groundbreaking school and make a meaningful difference, we want to hear from you!

Apply now to join Nore Academy Island and be part of an exciting journey to excellence.

Checks

This appointment is subject to an enhanced DBS check, medical screening and confirmation of qualifications and references.

Further questions

If you have any further questions, please contact Lucy Veronese (HR Officer) HRisland@estuaryacademy.co.uk

We have the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role.

Information about the school

About Us:

Nore Academy Island caters to students aged 11-16, providing a nurturing environment that supports both emotional well-being and academic achievement. Since opening, we’ve welcomed 60 pupils across KS3 and KS4, with plans to grow to 72 places within the coming months. By September 2026 we will be supporting 120 students.  With a designation of SEMH and ASC we support a cohort of learners who deserve the best, and we are looking for experienced professionals to join our team as the school grows to capacity. We want all of our young people to leave school with successful and fulfilled futures and if you would like to be part of our journey we want to hear from you!

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.

Background to Estuary Academy Island

Estuary Academy Island is located on the Isle of Sheppey, is our Alternative provision which initially opened in September 2024 to provide education for up to 115 students. It offers a broad and balanced learning journey for students in Years 7 – 11 with a broad range of vocational qualifications available as well as traditional GCSEs in core subjects. Our aim is to provide pathways which lead to exciting onward opportunities in education or workplaces.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Lucy Veronese
• Address:Danley Road, Minster-On-Sea, Sheerness, Kent, ME12 3AP
• Telephone: 01795 720747
• Email: hr@noreacademy.co.uk

Documents

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• Strategic Leader of Attendance - SEN Teacher