Assistant Head Teacher

Classes are small, supported by two teaching assistants, and cater for pupils with a wide range of ability.

We are looking to appoint someone to lead 14 - 19 yr provision. To further develop the opportunities available in the 3 yr college provision and to work closely with the Key Stage 4 staff to ensure a smooth progression from school to 16 - 19 provision and a broad and balanced curriculum.

This is a real opportunity for the right forward-thinking candidate to become part of a growing team of staff helping to shape and support the future of Welburn Hall School.

You will:

• Be fully conversant with the range of 16 - 19 curriculum and accreditation opportunities.
• Have up to date knowledge of Key Stage 4 curriculum and accreditation opportunities to ensure smooth transition and progression.
• Be an excellent classroom practitioner with experience of teaching pupils with SEN & D.
• Effectively deploy and manage the work of teaching/support staff, financial and physical resources within the college unit.
• Work in partnership with the residential staff to promote independence opportunities for students and devise appropriate PSHE targets.
• Be responsible for leadership of the whole school in Careers Guidance and another specific, negotiated, curriculum area.
• Work closely with the NYCC careers guidance adviser.
• Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills and be willing to lead improvement initiatives across the whole school.
• Be a dynamic and creative teacher.
• Provide our learners with rich learning experiences through which they can flourish and reach their full potential.
• Be able to work collaboratively as part of the leadership team in order to secure whole school improvement.
• Be able to lead the development of staff and act as a mentor
• Be highly motivated, enthusiastic, energetic and enjoy new challenges

Welburn Hall School offers:

• Happy children and young people with very high standards of behaviour.
• Strong, inclusive links with local mainstream schools, colleges and the local community.
• A friendly, highly skilled and dedicated staff team
• A dynamic, supportive and challenging Governing Body
• A continually developing learning environment that promotes optimum learning
• Opportunities to develop both personally and professionally
• Time and opportunity to fulfil the Leadership Role

Information regarding applications
Informal visits are welcomed please contact Sue Wright on 01751 431218 to arrange a visit.

For further information, including a job description and application pack, please e-mail admin@welburn-hall.n-yorks.sch.uk, telephone 01751 431218 or download from www.welburn-hall.n-yorks.sch.uk.

Closing date: 12 noon, 28th November 2014
Interview date: tbc

We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Appointment to this post will be subject to an enhanced CRB.