Head of Inclusion / Assistant Headteacher

Ambler Primary School and Children’s Centre is an Ofsted rated ‘Outstanding’ provision situated on a beautiful site with a new build extension on a wonderful old traditional school building including ample outdoor space with our own small forest area. Ambler is in the unique position of having a children’s centre within a primary school setting which brings lots of benefits to both sides of the provision.

We are seeking to appoint an outstanding Head of Inclusion/Assistant Headteacher to assist in the promotion, direction and oversight of high standards of teaching and learning, pupil achievement and progression through effective inclusion for pupils with special educational needs.

The successful candidate will have:

• QTS and a minimum of 5 years teaching
• Experience as member of a Middle or Senior Leadership Team
• A proven track record in dealing with complex SEN and child protection issues
• Confident with using a range of IT systems
• The ability to manage, develop and maintain a high-quality SEN provision
• Responsible for the strategic direction and development of the inclusion faculty, working closely with the Child and Family Support Worker, BAME Community Development Workers, partners, the advisory board and governing body
• Can lead, motivate, support, challenge and develop staff to secure improvement
• Can efficiently and effectively meet specific objectives in line with the school’s strategic plan and financial context
• Has proven experience of working creatively, with partner agencies.
  Can lead a culture of critical reflection engaging with others to identify, share and promote effective practice
• Works effectively with good communication and interpersonal skills.
  Embraces change and innovation positively
• Has a good sense of humour

We can offer:

• An established staff team providing excellent services for our community
• A warm, positive working environment where everyone is valued
• An enthusiastic dynamic and talented leadership and staff team
• A well-established advisory board and governing body
• Great transport links (Finsbury Park Station)
• An opportunity to develop an inclusion team with inspiring initiatives, take it to the next level and make your mark!

Visits to our school are welcomed and actively encouraged by contacting Juliet Benis - Headteacher, Ambler Primary School and Children’s Centre on 020 7226 4708 or office@ambler.islington.sch.uk.

Closing date: Sunday 29th September 2019

Shortlisting: Monday 30th September 2019

Interviews: Tuesday 8th October 2019

Please apply online at http://jobs.islington.gov.uk/ following the jobs link. If you need assistance please email us at schoolsrecruitment@islington.gov.uk quoting AMB/457.

Ambler Primary School and Children’s Centre is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and
expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment; an enhanced DBS check will be required.