Assistant Head - Behaviour/Attendance
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Contract Type: Permanent Contract Term: AYR - All year round Hours per Week: 32.44 Weeks per Year: 52.000 Pay Grade: Leadership | L8 - L12The Role
Are you an experienced and passionate leader seeking a new challenge? Do you have a proven track record of enhancing behaviour, attitudes, and attendance in a school setting? Gilbert Ward Academy, a purpose-built state-of-the-art school, and a proud member of Prosper Learning Trust, is excited to offer an opportunity for an Assistant Headteacher for Behaviour, Attitudes, and Attendance.
Gilbert Ward Academy is a special school for pupils aged 11-16 with social, emotional, and mental health needs. Committed to creating a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment, we aim to support every pupil to achieve their full potential.
As the Assistant Headteacher for Behaviour, Attitudes, and Attendance, you will lead, implement, and oversee the academy’s policies and practices on positive behaviour support and attendance. Working closely with the Headteacher, senior leadership team, teaching staff, support staff, external agencies, and parents, you will ensure that all pupils feel safe, happy, engaged, and motivated to learn, enabling them to reach their full potential.
If you are a dedicated leader ready for a rewarding role in a progressive school within Prosper Learning Trust, we invite you to apply for the position of Assistant Headteacher for Behaviour, Attitudes, and Attendance at Gilbert Ward Academy.
Prosper Learning Trust is at a very exciting stage in its development. We will provide you with the resources and support you need in your efforts to excel in your role.
The Trust is proud to say that the Real Living Wage is matched, and we can also offer the successful candidate:
- A friendly and supportive team of staff who are willing to share expertise and learn from one another
- Opportunities for career development and support with development through Trust wide CPD programmes.
- Access to an Employee Assistance Programme and support from the Trust's Wellbeing Network Group.
- Access to either Teacher's Pension or Local Government Pension Scheme.
If you would like to discuss the post before applying, please contact Barry Reed, Headteacher of Gilbert Ward Academy, at admin@gilbertwardacademy.co.uk to arrange an informal conversation.
The successful candidates will be deployed at Gilbert Ward Academy but will be expected to work at any Prosper Learning Trust site should the need arise.
To learn more about Gilbert Ward Academy and Prosper Learning Trust, please visit www.prosperlearningtrust.co.uk
Prosper Learning Trust was established in January 2018 with Newcastle Bridges School and Mary Astell Academy. Thomas Bewick School joined in 2019, Harry Watts opened in September 2020 and Gilbert Ward Academy opened in September 2023. We are striving to further build collaboration across the schools and grow as a Multi Academy Trust, whilst continuing to strengthen our relationships with schools outside the MAT for the benefit of our pupils.
Please note that all successful candidates will be required to complete an online pre-employment medical questionnaire.
Qualifications
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| Qualified to degree level with QTS or recognised equivalent |
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| Evidence of relevant professional development at middle or senior leadership level |
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| Evidence of recent relevant professional development and training in specified area of job role |
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| Commitment to further develop own professional knowledge and skills |
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| Recent safeguarding training |
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Skills
| Experience | |
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| Substantial experience of successful leadership at a middle leader (or equivalent) level in a mainstream, AP or SEND environment |
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| Knowledge and experience of the common inspection framework in a leadership and management role (Ofsted) |
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| Experience of contributing to the planning and evaluation of a School or Departmental Development Plan or sections thereof |
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| Experience as a lead for appraisal |
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| Some experience of budget management |
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| Personal Attributes | |
| Ability to manage change and prioritise competing deadlines |
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| Personal Qualities | |
| Solutions focused and a ‘can do’ attitude when faced with challenge |
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| Develops effective professional relationships with colleagues, knowing how and when to draw on advice and specialist support |
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| Experience/Knowledge | |
| A thorough knowledge and understanding of the principles and practices of Positive Behaviour Support. |
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| A thorough knowledge and understanding of the factors that affect pupil behaviour and attendance and the strategies to address them. |
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| A thorough knowledge and understanding of the current legislation, guidance and best practice on behaviour and attendance in schools. |
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| Clear understanding of the role of self-evaluation in the continuous improvement of the School |
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| Clear understanding of the role of self-evaluation in the continuous improvement of the School |
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| Knowledge and understanding of pupils with a wide range of moderate and complex educational needs |
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| Experience of managing and leading staff |
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| Demonstrable experience of engaging and communicating with parents, carers and other stakeholders to promote positive partnerships and involvement. |
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| Demonstrable experience of using data and evidence to inform decision making and improve pupil outcomes. |
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| Demonstrable experience of leading, implementing and evaluating behaviour and attendance policies and practices in a school context. |
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| Knowledge and understanding of legal issues, including equal opportunities |
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| Abilities, Skills and Knowledge | |
| Knowledge and understanding of issues around equality, diversity and well-being |
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| Experience of leading and managing staff |
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| Able to prioritise and organise the demands of being an Assistant Headteacher and being able to delegate effectively |
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| Able to provide effective and inspirational leadership that inspires confidence and motivates staff, parents and pupils |
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| Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills, both written and oral |
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Safeguarding Information
Prosper Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, as well as vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to apply for Disclosure from the DBS.
The Trust actively promotes equality of opportunity with the right mix of talent, skills and potential and welcomes applications from a wide range of candidates, including those with criminal records. The Trust selects all candidates for employment based on their skills, qualifications and experience, in comparison against the person specification.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. If you are invited for interview, you will be required to disclose convictions that would not be filtered, prior to the date of the interview. Certain spent convictions and cautions will be ‘protected’ and do not need to be disclosed. Full details on protected convictions and information about which convictions must be declared during job applications can be found on the Ministry of Justice website. You will be asked for further information about your criminal history during the recruitment process. If your application is successful, this self-disclosure information will be checked against information from the Disclosure and Barring Service before your appointment is confirmed. This role will include Regulated Activities and an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure is required for this post. Please note that in all cases written references will be taken up and made available to interviewers before the final selection stage; even if you indicate otherwise.
Online vetting checks will be carried out for candidates who are shortlisted.
Gilbert Ward Academy
Princess Louise Site
Blyth
Northumberland
NE24 2TS
Barry Reed
admin@gilbertwardacademy....