Assistant Headteacher
Denby Grange School
Wakefield
- £30,000 - £40,000 per year
- Quick apply
- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 3 March 2024
Job overview
Assistant Headteacher
Full time, permanent position – term time only
Salary: £30,000 - £40,000
About our school
When you work at Denby Grange School, you feel like an equal; your voice is heard, and opinions are respected. On all parts, there is give and take and compromise but mainly there’s respect. If you do a good job and you care, it’s seen and it’s appreciated. It’s a little community with the pupils at the centre and if you have thick skin and a big heart, the relationships that form will impact both our pupils and you, greatly. This is the first teaching role that I have come to and can honestly say I’m here for the long haul.
Overview of the role of Assistant Headteacher:
· Joining the Senior Leadership Team to provide outstanding leadership and management of the school.
· Have a deep and accurate understanding of the school’s strategies for improvement.
· Attending multi-agency meetings to effectively support our pupils.
· Providing exemplary pastoral care across the school
· Oversee teacher development and improvement across the school.
· Contribute to the mental health and wellbeing of staff and students.
· Deputise for the Associate Headteacher and Executive Headteacher, when required, and in their absence.
· Maintain up to date records of teacher standards and implement a suitable CPD programme.
· Line management of subject teachers.
· Ensure that assessment information is used to plan appropriate teaching and learning.
· Support all staff with effective behaviour management.
· Contribute to the appraisal process and inductions of new staff within the school.
EPIC benefits of working for Keys Group:
· NEST enhanced pension scheme
· Refer a friend scheme
· Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
· Access to a blue light discount card
· Fully funded training and qualifications for all colleagues
· Enhanced pay scales based on experience and qualifications
· Employee benefits scheme such as wellbeing app and a range of discounts
· Life assurance
If you are an experienced Teacher, with leadership experience and evidence of exceptional pastoral care, we would love to hear from you. Please contact Mitchell in the recruitment team to discuss further.
Keys Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of everyone in our care. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, suitable employment references and online searches to safeguard our young people. In addition, this post is exempt from the rehabilitation of offenders act 1974.
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About Denby Grange School
- Denby Grange School
- Off Stocksmoor Road, Midgley, Wakefield
- West Yorkshire
- WF4 4JG
- United Kingdom
About Denby Grange School
Welcome to Denby Grange, an independent school in Wakefield, West Yorkshire, offering both day and residential placements. Our alternative education programme is designed to provide pupils with the specialised support they need, going beyond what mainstream schools can offer. Set in a tranquil, rural environment, Denby Grange creates a nurturing space where students feel valued and understood.
Our Mission and Aims
At Denby Grange, we are committed to fostering each pupil's self-respect, self-confidence, and self-reliance. Our goal is to help young people grow with a strong sense of loyalty, honesty, and personal integrity. We understand that students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs require patience, care, and tailored support, rather than simply being seen as disruptive. We listen to them and provide individualised education programmes that meet their unique needs.
What Sets Us Apart
Denby Grange School views behaviours often seen as “challenging” as forms of self-protection, stemming from past experiences of rejection or isolation. Our approach is to support and understand rather than judge. By focusing on each pupil’s individual challenges, we create pathways for positive development and personal growth, recognising that our students may need more time and tailored interventions to flourish.
Expertise and Curriculum
We offer pupils the chance to achieve nationally recognised qualifications in core subjects such as English, Maths, Science, Personal and Social Development, PSHE, Design Technology, and Food Technology, alongside internal accreditations that reflect their academic progress and achievements. To meet the diverse needs of our pupils, Denby Grange maintains a high staff-to-pupil ratio, ensuring each child receives the attention and support they deserve.
A Message from the Headteacher
Located in the heart of Wakefield, West Yorkshire, Denby Grange is a registered independent school offering both day and residential placements. We specialise in providing an alternative education programme for pupils who require more tailored support than mainstream schools can offer.
Set in a peaceful, rural setting, our school fosters a nurturing environment where students feel safe, supported, and encouraged to thrive.
At Denby Grange, we are committed to meeting the unique needs of each pupil, helping them achieve their full potential through personalised interventions.
Jennie Allport, Headteacher
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