Deputy Head Teacher

About us

Woodlands School is a broad-spectrum special school catering for pupils aged 4 -19 years. We have a warm, mutually supportive and caring ethos with enthusiastic and skilled staff who are highly aspirational and committed to pupil welfare, progress and life-chances.  

Our recent Ofsted report commented that 'Pupils are happy to come into school. They are excited about the day ahead.’ ‘Staff know their pupils well and pupils’ individual needs are well understood and catered for.’ 

Our school is part of Unity MAT, which is a small, ambitious trust comprising of ourselves and two other similar special schools. Our collaborative working means that we have shared understanding of the challenges and issues that our schools face and can work together to find solutions. The schools are supported by a strong Core Team who provide dedicated support services across the Trust.

What we need

We are seeking to appoint an inspirational Deputy Head Teacher, who is an outstanding leader and practitioner. The successful candidate will build on the school's strengths and assist the Leadership Team in developing exciting, creative and inclusive practice.

You should share our ambition for every child to achieve their full potential regardless of the complexity of their needs, in addition to having:

· a collaborative approach to being part of an ambitious Trust

· the ability to work strategically as part of the school’s Senior Leadership Team

· a vision for the future development of the school

· the skills to lead, motivate and inspire by being a visible leader

· the ability to deliver a diverse curriculum which meets the needs of all pupils

· an outward facing approach in order to build and develop relationships and partnership working

· excellent communication skills, emotional intelligence, resilience and a positive attitude.

What we offer

·     the opportunity to make a difference

·     enthusiastic, friendly and engaged pupils who are keen to learn

·     a supportive community of families and external partners

·     a friendly and inclusive working environment

·     talented, dedicated and hardworking colleagues and SLT team

·     comprehensive induction and probation support

Reward & Benefits

We offer:

·      A competitive salary

·      Access to the Teacher Pension Scheme & significant employer contribution

·      Excellent training and development opportunities

·      Enhanced employee assistance programme (including GP helpline, financial & legal advice line and carer support for employee and household members)

·      Well-being app & staff discounts

·      Occupational Health Service

·      Family friendly and Employee Health & Well-being policies

Key Dates

Closing Date: Monday 20th May 2024 at 9am

Shortlisting: Monday 20th May 2024

Interview Date: Friday 24th May 2024

For an informal chat or to arrange a visit, please contact Sue Backhouse on 07585 887192 or email backhouse.s3@welearn365.com

Further information

Application packs including Job Description, Person Specification, Guidance for Applicants and Application Form can be obtained from https://woodlands.warwickshire.sch.uk/

Applications

Official application forms must be completed. CVs will not be accepted. Please see Guidance for Applicants for further details.

Applications must be sent by email to joinus@unitymat.co.uk before the closing date detailed above.

We reserve the right to close the recruitment early if a large volume of suitable applications are received.

Safer Recruitment

Unity MAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We follow robust safer recruitment processes, including online searches, during all recruitment. Please see application pack for further details

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and is eligible for an enhanced DBS check including a Children's Barring List Check.

It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

Equal Opportunities

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from candidates of all ages, backgrounds and those with disabilities