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Assistant Head Teacher (SENCo) - Kingsholm C of E Primary School
Gloucester
School: Kingsholm C of E Primary School (Primary)
Address: Guinea Street, Kingsholm, Gloucester, Gloucestershire
Title: Assistant Head Teacher (SENCo) - Kingsholm C of E Primary School
Grade: Leadership Group
Allowances: (Not applicable)
Hours: Full Time
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: 06/05/2025
Interview Date: 20/05/2025
Start Date: 01/09/2025
Having recently had our Ofsted School Inspection (Feb 25) our school's development journey has been recognised and validated. We have a very clear and exciting vision about what we need to achieve for our children, so everybody's high aspirations can be fulfilled. As the inspecting team said "Kingsholm is a school who welcomes and accepts everyone regardless of background"-everyone really does matter here. If you would like to be part of our inclusive culture and help shape the future of our school and community, we would be delighted to hear from you.
We are seeking an Inclusion Assistant Headteacher (IAHT) who will be the school’s ‘Inclusion Champion’ and will work with a variety of teams and colleagues to recognise and address the barriers and vulnerabilities of our children and community. Inclusion is not limited to SEND. Our Inclusion Champion will also strategically address the needs of EAL, GRT and PP children.
The lead will take responsibility for the day-to-day implementation of the school’s Inclusion policies and practices in support of the Deputy Headteacher/Headteacher and will work strategically with them and the governing body to develop provision and practice across the school and Nursery.
Strategic Direction and Development of the School:
• Be a strong advocate for change and champion school improvement;
• Convey a positive “can do” attitude, motivate and inspire staff and present a ‘united front’ to secure successful outcomes of school improvement priorities;
• Supporting the development of the vision and ethos of the school and proactively promote this vision within the school and beyond;
• Working with the Deputy Headteacher and Headteacher to contribute to a strategic view for the school in its community, analyse and plan for its future needs and further development within the local, national and international context;
• Lead by example especially when implementing change and improving standards;
• Demonstrate high standards of personal integrity, loyalty, discretion and professionalism;
• Publicly supporting all decisions of the Headteacher and Governing Body;
• Take a key role in the self-evaluation process, including devising and monitoring action plans and policies and overseeing the contributions of other members of staff to this process;
• To develop, alongside other members of the SLT, areas of the School Improvement Plan;
• Undertake monitoring activities at regular intervals (e.g. talking to pupils, undertaking work scrutiny, lesson observations and moderation) and feeding back to staff and/or the leadership team with written reviews/evaluations when required;
• Analyse and interpret National, Local and School data, together with research and inspection evidence, to inform policies, practice, expectations, targets and teaching strategies. *Specifically in relation to vulnerable groups;
• Keep School Improvement Plan objectives and actions under review and report to the Senior Leadership Team and Governing Body on the evaluation and impact of the plan;
Accountability:
• Support the Headteacher and Governors in accounting for the efficiency and effectiveness of the school to all relevant stakeholders;
• To contribute to the reporting of the school’s performance to the community and partners.
Safeguarding:
• Be fully aware of and understand the duties and responsibilities arising from the Children’s Act 2004 and Working Together in relation to child protection and safeguarding children and young people as this applies to this role within the organisation;
• Ensure that the SLT and Inclusion Team are made aware and kept fully informed of concerns which you may have in relation to safeguarding and/or child protection;
• Ensure effective systems are in place and implemented to support the safety and welfare of all pupils;
• Lead by example in implementing the school’s safeguarding policy and support the interventions in place for key children as required.
For further information, the opportunity to visit the school, and an application pack please contact Helen Howe (Business and Operations Manager) at the school via email hhowe@kingsholm.gloucs.sch.uk or visit our website www.kingsholmprimary.co.uk
Visits to the school are encouraged and have been arranged to take place as follows:
Tuesday 1st April 4:00pm
Thursday 3rd April 4:00pm
Please inform Helen Howe (Business and Operations Manager) on 01452 530777 if you wish to attend one of these visits or arrange a more mutually convenient time.
Interviews are planned for 20/05/2025.
Completed application forms must be sent with a cover letter addressed to the Headteacher to Helen Howe (Business & Operations) at hhowe@kimgsholm.gloucs.sch.uk or sent to the school address marked for her attention no later than noon on 6 May 2025.
The post is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and all convictions or cautions must be declared.
The post is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation Of Offenders Act and all convictions or cautions must be detected.
Kingsholm C of E Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The position is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure and suitability check to satisfy child protection requirements.
Please click on the website link to the right of this advert - click on School Information and then on Vacancies to apply.
Closing date for applications: 06-05-2025
Salary: Leadership Group
Hours Per Week: Full Time
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