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Job Title: Assistant Headteacher - Teaching and Learning
Location: Leeds
Contract Type: Full-time £56,000 - £63,000
Start Date: 21st April 2025
We are happy to accommodate and highly recommend a school visit.
We have a very exciting opportunity for an innovative and inspirational leader to join a successful and forward- thinking SEN school. The school has high aspirations for all of their learners, and their offer gives them the opportunity to experience and understand the world around them, enables them to achieve their full potential and equips them with the tools they need to play a successful role in the world beyond school and into adulthood.
We are seeking an Assistant Headteacher with the drive, vision and commitment to excellence. Your key responsibilities will include:
- Strategic Leadership: Collaborate with the senior leadership team to develop and implement the school's vision for SEN provision.
- SEN Assessment: Oversee the identification, assessment, and tracking of students with SEN, ensuring their needs are met effectively.
- Teaching and Learning: Provide guidance and support to teaching staff in implementing effective teaching strategies for students with SEN.
- Parent and Community Engagement: Foster positive relationships with parents, guardians, and the wider community, ensuring they are well-informed and involved in their child's education.
- Staff Development: Lead and support the professional development of staff members involved in SEN provision.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Qualified teacher status (QTS) and a strong background in education.
- Proven experience in leading and managing SEN provision within a school setting.
- A deep understanding of SEN legislation, best practices, and strategies.
- Strong leadership and communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively and foster a positive and inclusive school culture.
About us:
We are Engage Education, the most trusted education recruitment agency, with professional development and support at our core.
- Get paid in line with national scales (AWR compliant)
- Free CPD sessions
- Your own dedicated consultant
- £150'Refer a Friend’ bonus
- Wellbeing support, travel discounts, and retail offers from our partners
How to apply:
You can apply for this role below or get in touch with us directly. All applicants require the appropriate qualifications, and all teachers require a formally-recognised teaching qualification.
If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful for this role.
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