Assistant Headteacher
Sandbach High School and Sixth Form College
Cheshire East
- Expired
- Salary:
- L11 - L15
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- 1st September 2024
- Apply by:
- 10 May 2024
Job overview
We are looking for someone dynamic, passionate, forward thinking and enthusiastic about education. We are as interested in you as a person, as we are what your experience can bring to our school. If you would like to come and see the school in action or talk to us, please get in touch.
The successful applicant’s principal responsibilities will be Safeguarding and Transition. They will be a member of the Safeguarding team as Deputy Safeguarding Lead with a view of them becoming the school’s Designated Safeguarding Lead when ready. They will line manage colleagues who have responsibility for Transition, PSHCE and elements of Safeguarding such as anti-bullying and e-safety. As DSL they will then be the Strategic Lead for Safeguarding and the Safeguarding team. Alongside this you will be supporting the Deputy Headteacher with parents, students and Personal Development.
We can offer you:
- The opportunity to work in an Ofsted rated Good school.
- The opportunity to work alongside a collaborative, forward thinking Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team whose priority is to support and develop you and our peers.
- Friendly and highly motivated students who are keen to learn and take pride in their achievements.
- A comprehensive induction programme when joining the school
- An Investors in People approved school where staff are supported and encouraged to take part in professional development programmes with the opportunity to share best practice within your own department and with staff from other specialisms.
For an application pack containing further details, please visit our vacancies section of the school website: www.sandbachhigh.co.uk
Closing date: Noon on Friday 10th May 2024.
Interview date: Wednesday 15th May 2024.
Sandbach High School and Sixth Form College is committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all our employees and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced check by the “Disclosure and Barring Service” along with other stringent vetting and induction processes.
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About Sandbach High School and Sixth Form College
- Sandbach High School and Sixth Form College
- Middlewich Road, Sandbach
- Cheshire
- CW11 3NT
- United Kingdom
Our Learning Community
Sandbach High School and Sixth Form College enjoys a pleasant situation in the historic market town of Sandbach. As a community we work together to create a secure and friendly environment in which individuals can grow intellectually, emotionally and socially.
We take pride in being a caring and well-ordered community where everyone is encouraged to develop self-awareness and personal responsibility and play a full part in the life of the school. Our Code of Conduct is based on respect, courtesy and consideration. We make sure that students who work hard, help others and show responsibility in their behaviour are properly recognised through our awards system. Commitment and success in sport or music are celebrated in the award of distinctive colours badges.
Our extensive curriculum is broad and balanced, giving all students the opportunity to develop their potential. A wide range of learning and teaching strategies is used to actively involve students in the learning process. Progress is carefully assessed and monitored.
Our Students
Young people entering Sandbach High School and Sixth Form College join a community which aims to put their wellbeing first. Students have a dedicated Pupil Reception area and on-site careers advisers as well as access to specialist counselling services and health professionals.
Each year group is guided by a team of form tutors led by an Achievement Coordinator. Their aim is to ensure that every individual makes progress in their achievement and personal development.
We listen to the views of our students . An extensive student questionnaire is used to inform school improvement planning and members of the school council play an important role in representing the pupil voice and contribute to the decision-making process.
Students were consulted about changes to the school uniform and the findings of student voice projects about learning and teaching are influential.
Our extensive programme of enrichment activities provides further opportunities for students personal development.
Outside the classroom.
We believe that a full involvement in school life fosters confidence, self-esteem and positive attitudes so we offer a very varied programme of extra-curricular activities. These take place at lunchtime, after school and in the holidays. We also encourage involvement in fundraising and other community projects and are proud of our students record of helping others.
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