The posting
About us:
Brunel School is a specialist provision for learners aged 11 to 16-years-old whose needs cannot be met within a mainstream environment. All students have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) in relation to their Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
The Role:
Carry out the duties of this post in line with the remit outlined in the current School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document including the conditions of employment for Deputy Head Teachers and the school’s own policy
Under the overall direction of the Headteacher play a lead role:
- in formulating the aims, objectives of the schools and establishing the policies through which they are to be achieved
- be responsible for the standards and curriculum of all pupils including monitoring of progress towards achievement
- proactively manage staff and resources
Take full responsibility for the school in the absence of the Headteacher
Carry out the professional duties of a teacher as required
Play an active role in the leadership of safeguarding at Brunel School
Take responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people within the school
Key Responsibilities:
Shaping the future
In partnership with the Headteacher and governors establish and implement an ambitious vision and ethos for the future of the school
Play a leading role in the school improvement and school self-evaluation planning process
In partnership with the Headteacher manage school resources
Devise, implement and monitor action plans and other policy developments
Lead by example to motivate and work with others
In partnership with the Head Teacher, lead by example when implementing and managing change initiatives
Promote a culture of inclusion within the school community where all views are valued and taken into account
Lead on promoting and maintaining improvements in attendance including the implementation of attendance strategies
Leading teaching and learning
Be an excellent role model, exemplifying a high standard of teaching and promoting high expectations for all members of the school community
Work with the Headteacher to raise standards through staff performance management
Lead the development and delivery of training and support for staff
Lead the development and review of all aspects of the curriculum including planning, recording and reporting, assessment for learning and the development of a creative and appropriate curriculum for all pupils
Work in partnership with the Headteacher in managing the school through strategic planning and the formulation of policy and delivery of strategy, ensuring management decisions are implemented
With the Head Teacher, lead the processes involved in monitoring, evaluating and challenging the quality of teaching and learning taking place throughout the school, including lesson observations to ensure consistency and quality
Ensure the systematic teaching of basic skills and recording of impact is consistently high across the school
Develop, review systems to ensure robust evaluation of school performance, progress data and actions to secure improvements comparable to appropriate national standards
Ensure through leading by example the active involvement of pupils and staff in their own learning
Developing self and others
Support the development of collaborative approaches to learning within the school and beyond
Organise and support the induction of staff new to the school and those being trained within the school
Act as an induction tutor for ECTs and have responsibility for students on teaching practice and those undertaking work experience, as appropriate
Participate as required in the selection and appointment of teaching and support staff, including overseeing the work of supply staff/trainees/volunteers in the school in the absence of the Head Teacher
Be an excellent role model for both staff and pupils in terms of being reflective and demonstrating a desire to improve and learn
Take responsibility and accountability for identified areas of leadership, including curriculum development and implementation
Work with the Headteacher to deliver an appropriate programme of professional development for all staff including quality coaching and mentoring, in line with the school improvement plan and performance management
Lead the annual appraisal process for all identified support and teaching staff
Managing the organisation
Lead regular reviews of all school systems to ensure statutory requirements are being met and improved on where appropriate
Ensure the effective dissemination of information, the maintenance of and ongoing improvements to agreed systems for internal communication
Working with the Head Teacher, undertake key activities related to professional, personnel/HR issues
Ensure a consistent approach to standards of behaviour, attendance and punctuality are implemented across the school
Be a proactive and effective member of the senior leadership team
Ensure the day-to-day effective organisation and running of the school including the deployment of staff as appropriate
To undertake any professional duties, reasonably delegated by the Head Teacher
Securing accountability
Lead and support the staff and governing body in fulfilling their responsibilities with regard to the school’s performance and standards
Support the Headteacher in reporting the school’s performance to its community and partners
Promote and protect the health and safety welfare of pupils and staff
Take responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people within the school
Strengthening community
Work with the Headteacher in developing the policies and practice, which promote inclusion, equality and the extended services that the school offers
Develop and maintain contact with all specialist support services as appropriate
Promote the positive involvement of parents/carers in school life
Organise and conduct meetings where appropriate with parents and carers to ensure positive outcomes for all parties
Strengthen partnership and community working
Promote positive relationships and work with colleagues in other schools and external agencies
General
To ensure that pupils’ needs are prioritised and to maintain a clear understanding of how this role supports positive outcomes for pupils across the School and the Trust.
To work collaboratively as part of the wider Trust community.
To be aware of, and adhere to, all Trust and School policies, procedures and professional standards.
To take responsibility for your own continuing professional development and attend training, meetings and briefings as required.
To undertake any other duties appropriate to the post, as reasonably required by the School or the Trust.
Our Total Reward Offer:
The Special Partnership Trust recognises the importance of developing a properly implemented People Strategy to underpin the overall strategic aims of the Trust.
Our People Strategy is designed to help us attract prospective high calibre candidates, as well as drive engagement, productivity and retention of our high performing and high potential employees. It reflects our belief in putting our people first. This does not mean putting our learners second. It is based on the philosophy that if we create a positive and rewarding work environment, if our staff feel motivated, well managed and well supported, they in turn will provide the best possible outcome for our learners.
We recognise that our total reward offer, has got to consist of more than just money. We seek to provide our staff with a diverse range of benefits that support their day to day needs both at work and outside of work. These include generous leave entitlements and pension scheme as well as access to health/wellbeing tools, training & development, career pathways and opportunities to ensure they feel valued.
Please visit the Special Partnership website, www.specialpartnership.org for further information about our Trust, or to learn more about our People Strategy and Benefits click here.
If you need the application form or any part of the recruitment process in a different format, please contact us directly at [email protected] and we will make the necessary adjustments.
Are you ready to make a lasting impact? Join us today.
Safeguarding:
The Special Partnership Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to the satisfactory completion of checks and references, including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. In accordance with guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education; the Trust will undertake an online search of all shortlisted candidates.
