Assistant Headteacher - Inclusion Lead

We require an Inclusion Lead to assist in the promotion, direction and oversight of excellent outcomes and progress for our students with SEND. You will determine the strategic development of special educational needs (SEND) policy and provision in the school by working with the SLT and staff to ensure the best possible outcomes for SEND students and  provide professional guidance to colleagues, working closely with staff, parents and other agencies

You will be expected to fulfil the responsibilities of a teacher, as set out in the STPCD as well as be the Designated Teacher for Looked After and previously looked after children. 

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 What you will need to succeed:

• Hold or be willing to undertake the National Qualification for SENDCo 
• Hold QTS and demonstrate an ability to teach well across the schools 
• A proven track record of excellent outcomes for children  
• Excellent organisation and communication skills  
• A proven track record of supporting staff to develop their practice  
• Effective leadership qualities  
• Be able to lead and manage the creation and implementation of the School Strategic Development Plan 
• Support the evaluation of the effectiveness of the school's policies and developments and analyse their impact on vulnerable pupils  
• Ensure that parents are well informed about the curriculum, targets, individual pupils' progress and achievement 

Our School

We work hard to make our school a happy and engaging environment for the children in our care; a place where we grow, play and learn safely together.  We set high expectations in everything we do and strongly believe in the importance of the core skills of reading, writing, mathematics and communication.

We believe that primary school education is an experience that all children should enjoy to the full.  We therefore offer a broad and balanced curriculum.  The multi-cultural dimension of our school community is another strength; we celebrate our many diverse backgrounds, helping our children to become positive and responsible citizens. 

We strive to build strong relationships with our parents and we value and encourage their involvement and support.  We have high expectations of what children can do and we work hard, encouraging parents to support us, in order that our pupils can make the best possible progress.

What our Trust will offer you:

• Revised Teacher Pay scale to retain and reward excellent teachers
• The opportunity to work with and support happy and well-behaved children who are excited about learning and work with parents who are supportive of our school values and ethos. 
• Vast support network from senior leaders and other teachers within the school and our Trust to help you deliver outstanding teaching and learning through resources, mentoring and school visits.
• Regular opportunities to meet and share best practice with the relevant staff of the other Portsmouth Primary Schools within our trust
• Benefit from an internationally accredited pedagogy approach to thinking and learning, which has been proven to enhance classroom practice
• Excellent CPD opportunities including our Early career, Middle and Senior Leadership programmes
• As an accredited Chartered Teacher organisation you can become a recognised Charted Teacher 
• A 24/7 employee assistance programme which provides counselling and support / advice on a wide array of areas

What you need to do now:

Early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to close the vacancy if a suitable candidate is found.

To arrange an informal telephone conversation please contact Jack Jones at j.jones@tsatrust.org.uk 

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.