Headteacher
Russet House School
Enfield
- Expired
- Salary:
- L23 – L31, £70,073 – £104,000 (inclusive of a discretionary uplift of up to 25% that would be considered for the right candidate)
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2017
- Apply by:
- 30 January 2017
Job overview
Due to the impending retirement of our Headteacher, Russet House School is looking to appoint a new inspirational Headteacher with a proven track record of first class leadership to drive our ‘Outstanding’ Special School during the next phase of our journey.
Russet House is a well-resourced purpose-built environment catering for children with autism from the age of 3-11 years. The school also manages a multi-agency borough-wide Advisory Service for Autism for children and young people aged 0-25. In 2005 and 2012 the school was expanded to meet the needs of an increasing number of pupils with autism; we currently have thirteen classes in the main building plus three temporary classes.
Our recent Ofsted inspection in May 2013 graded Russet House as an ‘Outstanding’ school in all categories:
- Achievement of Pupils: OUTSTANDING
- Quality of Teaching: OUTSTANDING
- Behaviour and Safety of Pupils: OUTSTANDING
- Leadership & Management: OUTSTANDING
Russet House is a supportive, friendly and positive place to work with highly experienced, motivated and talented staff. We are looking for an inspirational educationalist and a proven team leader who has strategic vision, commitment, and good understanding of autism and its effect on all aspects of learning and everyday life.
We are seeking an ambitious Headteacher who will, not only maintain the exceptionally high standards at Russet House, but will build upon these strong foundations and drive the school to new heights.
Applications are welcomed from existing Headteachers and experienced Head of Schools.
We are looking for a Headteacher who has:
- A proven track record in driving standards as a senior member of the school leadership team.
- Experience within the field of SEN; some knowledge and experience of Autism is necessary and more extensive knowledge would be advantageous.
- A high emotional intelligence, is a great team-builder and understands the importance of relationships and the empowerment of staff, pupils and parents.
- Vision, passion, determination, a positive outlook and a great sense of humour and fun.
- Commitment to the pursuit of excellence and a vision for education, with the strategic leadership and communication skills needed to deliver this.
We offer:
- A purpose built environment for nursery and primary pupils with autism.
- Friendly, highly motivated, experienced and well-trained staff.
- Exceptional pupils who enjoy learning.
- The opportunity to join the PAN London Autism Network for Headteachers and the opportunity to influence and lead good autism practice throughout Enfield and beyond.
- An ethos of high quality learning for all including excellent opportunities for continuous professional development.
We encourage you to visit Russet House School so that you can see our wonderful facilities and our enthusiastic and creative pupils who demonstrate an active passion for learning.
To arrange a visit or to request an application pack, please call Tim Field or Annie Moss on 0207 259 8770, or email russethouse@hays.com
Key Dates:
Closing date: 12 noon on Monday 30th January 2017
Shortlisting: Tuesday 31st January 2017
Interviews: Wednesday 8th and Thursday 9th February 2017
Russet House is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and anyone applying to work in the school is expected to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check
Attached documents
About Russet House School
Russet House School offers a broad and balanced education for children with autism in a happy, purposeful atmosphere, where everyone counts and every achievement is valued.
The school has been purpose-built and offers superb facilities and resources but the most important resource, however, is the partnership between parents, staff and, of course, children.
Russet House also runs the Enfield Advisory Service for Autism on behalf of Enfield Council.
Our Mission Statement
“At Russet House School we aim to be a centre of excellence, providing a nurturing environment where the individual needs of children with autism are met through multi-disciplinary assessment and high quality teaching.”
Aims of Russet House
1. To provide accommodation and a physical environment designed to meet the needs of pupils with autism.
2. To provide a broad, balanced, relevant curriculum for pupils with autism, which includes access to the Foundation
and National Curriculum at appropriate levels.
3. To provide a range of teaching methods and interventions informed by a knowledge and understanding of autism.
4. To maximise potential and raise levels of achievement, particularly in the areas of communication, social
development and management of behaviour.
5. To create a learning environment which encourages flexibility of thought and promotes confidence, independence
and self-esteem.
6. To provide a learning context which reflects the diversity of cultural backgrounds and offers equal opportunities for
all.
7. To offer multi-disciplinary assessment and ongoing intervention.
8. To create an environment where parents/carers and professionals are seen as equal partners in an interactive
team.
9. To help the child with autism develop appropriate behaviour with an appreciation and acceptance of social norms
through individual and group learning experiences.
10. To promote honesty, courtesy, self-discipline, tolerance and respect for others and their beliefs.
11. To create a working environment where all staff, regardless of role, are valued for their contribution to all aspects
of school life.
12. To maintain an experienced and well-trained team and offer opportunities for ongoing staff development and
training, particularly in the area of autism.
13. To raise awareness of autism and associated communication disorders.
14. To provide integration into mainstream school where appropriate.
15. To promote inclusive education by working in partnership with other special and mainstream schools.
16. To establish positive links with the local community.
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