Assistant Head of School

We are looking for an Assistant Head of School (AH) to join the Senior Leadership Team at Hawley Primary School. The right candidate will be an expert practitioner with high ambition for our pupils and the drive to ensure that every child has the teaching and provision they need to thrive. The successful candidate will join Hawley at an exciting time, one year into a partnership with Eleanor Palmer Primary School. The skills to collaborate, to share and enact a vision will therefore be essential to this role.

Ideally, the right candidate will also take the lead with inclusion and for pupils with special educational needs (SEN). They will work closely with the Head of School in order to drive standards for all pupils and will be instrumental to the smooth running of the school. 

At Hawley, we have: 

• a socially and ethnically diverse inclusive school community;
• children who are excited to learn and who feel safe and ready to progress;
• a commitment to the professional development of our team;
• a beautiful well-designed and well-cared for building; 
• a financial commitment to enrichment, including specialist music and PE teachers, and a wide variety of trips and residentials, which deepens children’s knowledge;
• a teaching culture characterised by collaboration and continuous learning;
• a strong whole school community with lots of traditions and special events;
• strong partnerships with Camden Learning and national networks;
• an exciting model – a partnership with another one form entry primary school; and 
• a brilliant location in the heart of Camden, with public transport links moments away.

At Hawley Primary School we actively look for a diverse staff team. We value the diversity of thought, insights, innovation and creativity that this brings to our learning community and to our pupils. We are committed to our anti-racist strategy, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where everyone wants to work, remain and progress, irrespective of race, gender, disability or religion.  

Aims of the role

• To raise standards and equity of opportunity for all children, removing barriers to learning, being research informed and a champion for our pupils.
• To support the Head of School in developing and implementing the strategic direction of the school in partnership with the Executive Heads, Governing Body and staff. 
• To ensure the inclusion of all pupils within our diverse community.
• To lead, manage and coordinate the provision for children with special educational needs, disabilities and other vulnerable pupils. 

Key leadership responsibilities 

• To assist the Head of School in the leadership and management of the school and in all aspects of school improvement.
• To take full responsibility for leading and managing significant aspects of the school, under the overall direction of the Head of School. 
• To carry out teaching duties, as required, in accordance with teachers’ standards as well as the school’s policies and procedures. 
• To act as Designated or Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead, as agreed. 
• To play an active role in setting aims and objectives for the school, monitoring and evaluating the impact, and formulating the School Development Plan.
• To provide effective leadership and management to the team/teams of staff as agreed with the Head of School. 
• To take on subject leadership as agreed, playing an active role in the development of our curriculum. 
• To induct Early Career Teachers and new members of staff, including temporary staff, providing ongoing support and training. 
• To liaise with external professionals relating to pupils’ provision, and to monitor this provision.
• To support the Head of School in monitoring pupil progress, setting ambitious targets and working with class teams to adjust provision and focus as needed.
• To coordinate the training and professional development of staff in high quality, inclusive provision, including supporting colleagues in adaptive practice. 
• To support the leadership team in the development and implementation of policies. 
• To liaise with the relevant governors and contribute to Governing Body meetings.
• To contribute to the pastoral care of all pupils and maintain high standards of behaviour in our school. 

Key Organisational Objectives

• To enact Health and Safety requirements and initiatives as directed
• To ensure compliance with Data Protection legislation
• To at all times operate within the school’s Equal Opportunities framework
• To commit and contribute to improving standards for pupils
• To contribute and maintain a caring and stimulating environment for pupils

Conditions of Service

Governed by the National Agreement on Teachers’ Pay and Conditions, supplemented by local conditions as agreed by the governors. This job description is subject to regular review.

Safeguarding Statement

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS clearance and Satisfactory References. Candidates are required to submit a self – disclosure form with their application.

Visiting Us

We positively encourage visits to the school and tours will be offered on the following dates:

• Tuesday 25th February, 1:30pm
• Thursday 27th February, 8:00am 
• Monday 3rd March, 4:00pm
• Wednesday 5th March, 8:00am and 4:00pm
• Friday 7th March, 1:30pm

To book on to a tour, please call on 0207 485 5020 or email admin@hawley.camden.sch.uk 

Interviews will be held week commencing 17th March.

Only applications submitted on the school’s application form will be considered.

CVs will not be accepted and we are unable to sponsor Visas.