Deputy Head Teacher St Ann's School

Post title:                                 Deputy HeadteacherSchool:                                    St. Ann’s

Pay range:                                L18-L23 £80655-£89989

Line manager:                         The headteacher and governing body

Supervisory responsibilities:   Multidisciplinary Staff Team

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 Join us at St. Ann’s School for an exciting new chapter! With the retirement of our esteemed Deputy Head Teacher, we are eagerly seeking a Deputy Headteacher to embark on this dynamic journey with us.

Situated in the heart of Ealing Borough, St. Ann's School is a beacon of excellence, catering to 125 students with a diverse range of complex disabilities. From profound and multiple learning and physical disabilities to severe learning difficulties, behavioural challenges, and complex autism, our commitment to inclusivity and excellence shines through. Recognised as an Equal’s Exemplar School and honoured with the prestigious title of a Unicef Rights Respecting Gold School, we are dedicated to nurturing an environment where every student thrives and reaches their fullest potential.

 We are in search of an innovative leader who wants to work in a team dedicated to improving the lives of our students through a joyful and playful pedagogical approach, coupled with compassion and a non-punitive ethos toward behaviour support.

 Above all, we value an unwavering commitment to providing the utmost care and support for each and every one of our students. This role presents a unique opportunity to lead St Ann’s in the next stage of its development with a major expansion.

 The successful candidate will:

●     Lead the staff through a collaborative and supportive approach

●     Lead through example

●     Have excellent interpersonal skills

●     Put the interests of the students at the heart of every decision

●     Embrace and champion the school's ethos and mission wholeheartedly.

●     Have excellent teaching skills

●     Through enthusiasm, passion and project management skills, deliver development and improvement.

 In return, we offer:

●     Fantastic, happy students.

●     A nurturing and supportive school ethos.

●     A successful and supportive leadership team

●     A cohesive and welcoming staff community.

●     Opportunities for remote working.

●     Participation in a cycle-to-work scheme.

●     Inner London Pay

●     Proximity to the Elizabeth Line and excellent transport connections.

●     Support for ongoing career development and progression.

We strongly encourage prospective candidates to arrange visits to our school, providing an invaluable opportunity to experience our vibrant learning environment first-hand.

Date of visit: Friday 17th May 2024

Closing date for applications:  Midday - Tuesday 21st May 2024

Interview date:  Thursday 23rd May 2024