Assistant Principal: SENCO

Assistant Principal: SENCO

Job Title: Assistant Principal (SENCO)

Pay scale – L12-16

Responsible to: Vice Principal (Behaviour, Safety and Welfare)

Responsible for: SEN, SEN Student Progress, SEN Inclusion

Ormiston Sir Stanley Matthews Academy (OSSMA) is a non-denominational, non-selective school, welcoming students of all backgrounds from the local community. Our mission is to equip every student with the knowledge, learning power and character necessary for success both at the next stage of their education and beyond. We believe in ‘aspiration beyond limits,’ that there is nothing our students are not capable of attaining, and ‘success beyond measure,’ where our students’ achievements are judged on more than just exam grades. Students, teachers, staff and parents are committed to making this vision a reality in a vibrant and inclusive learning community in which everyone can succeed. 

We offer a rich interconnected curriculum based on our academy values that reaches beyond the classroom. Every moment in the day is a learning opportunity for every member of our community. Literacy and oracy are at the heart of our academy. Students read challenging texts that supplement the curriculum and offer greater cultural capital for all. All students develop their oracy skills from the moment they join the academy, developing their confidence to speak articulately and confidently in public and to be able to structure conversation and debate. We offer an incredibly wide range of personal development opportunities to ensure that our students can engage in the same opportunities as any child in this country. Staff development is central to ensuring that we are able to deliver to our students such a rich and varied educational offer.

The opportunity 

We are now seeking a skilled and committed senior leader to join the team as Assistant Principal: SENCO.

We are highly ambitious for our students and our staff are pivotal to our success. As part of the staff team, you will have the opportunity to work with great colleagues and develop your career through an outstanding professional development programme. You will be encouraged to be a reflective and open practitioner and be supported by the expertise of the Principal, Vice Principals, and experienced network colleagues, to develop yourself as an outstanding leader. 

You will also have the opportunity to work with colleagues across the academy and wider Trust to develop excellent practice.

The successful candidate will:

·      be an outstanding teacher with a proven track record of securing excellent outcomes 

·      have up-to-date knowledge of subject curricula and assessment requirements 

·      be passionate about the education of children and committed to supporting children with additional needs, 

·      have experience of delivering effective training to individuals and groups of staff

·      have experience of helping coordinate the vision and strategy for a large school

·      have experience of managing effective external relationships with community and other stakeholders

·      have experience of working in partnership with the Principal and the Senior Leadership Team, ensuring the safeguarding of all pupils, and that the safety and wellbeing of pupils and staff at all times

We will offer you:

• Professional and personal development;
• Excellent support from an experienced team;
• Friendly staff and motivated students;
• A comprehensive range of extra-curricular activities;
• Innovative approaches to reducing workload, improving wellbeing and work-life balance whilst retaining high standards;
• A Microsoft Surface for use at both work and home;
• An empowered workforce with a genuine voice in improving the Academy further;
• A unified, dedicated and supportive team of staff

This is an exceptional opportunity to make a difference to the future of education with an academy that is ever improving and striving to be outstanding. If you share the academy's vision and ambitions, possess a strong desire to work within an ethos of creative collaboration and partnership and want to have a positive impact on young people, families and our community, then we would be delighted to hear from you.

Closing date for applications: Friday 27th January 2023