Head Teacher

The Governors, staff and children of our outstanding school are looking to appoint an energetic, inspirational and motivated leader who wants to make a difference and to be part of something special. This situation has arisen due to the retirement of our current Head Teacher.

The Birches is a Specialist Support Primary School which caters for 135 pupils aged 2-11 with a range of learning needs including severe learning difficulties, profound and multiple learning difficulties and autistic spectrum condition. Having recently achieved Autism Accreditation status, we are continuing to develop our autism provision. We also provide advice and support to colleagues in mainstream primary schools as part of our outreach service.

This is a challenging and immensely rewarding role and an exciting opportunity for an experienced Head Teacher or for someone looking for their first headship.

We can offer:

• A thriving and stimulating school community
• A skilled, committed and supportive governing body
• A school which is at the forefront of SEN innovation
• Caring, dedicated and skilled staff
• Membership of a supportive community of Special School heads
• A school which is well resourced and which has recently completed an expansion and development programme

We are seeking a head teacher who:

• Has the happiness, progress and well-being of the children as the top priority
• Aims to promote a positive and supportive ethos for both children and staff where all are valued, encouraged and challenged to achieve the best they can
• Is a strong, self-motivated, emotionally intelligent leader able to inspire, challenge and empower others and with the energy and ability to drive the school forward
• Has a strong sense of the importance of community
• Has extensive knowledge of SEND

We think our school is a very special place and we would welcome a visit from you to see it for yourself.

The Birches Specialist Support Primary School is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and a satisfactory enhanced DBS disclosure.

Further details on The Birches Specialist Support Primary School can be found at www.thebirchesschool.org.

For more information and details about how to apply please contact the school: 0161 448 8895; admin@thebirchesschool.org.

Closing date: applications should be received by noon on 27th February 2015
Interviews 23/24th March 2015

The Birches Specialist Support Primary School
Newholme Road
West Didsbury
Manchester
M20 2XZ
Tel: 0161 448 8895
Fax: 0161 445 4970
admin@thebirchesschool.org
www.thebirchesschool.org