Assistant Headteacher

Description:

We are looking to recruit an inspiring individual for an Assistant Principal role at a primary school in Redbridge. Our client is looking for someone who can lead the school in its continued success and maintain and develop the school/trust values and ethos.
We are seeking a candidate with empathy, dedication and a genuine commitment to fostering an atmosphere where every child can thrive academically, emotionally and socially,
The school is an outstanding special needs school, providing a supportive environment for both students and staff. They admit pupils who have severe and profound learning difficulties with a range of complex special educational needs including; Sensory impairments, Autism, complex physical and medical needs. The school serves a multi-ethnic population, reflecting the borough's diversity and East London.
We are looking for an exceptional individual who;
* Is an outstanding classroom practitioner
* Has QTS
* Has experience working in an SEMH setting
* Experience in either a middle or senior leadership position
* Has a clear vision and ambition for 21st Century SEND education, supported by a sound understanding of what makes an excellent specialist school
* Excellent knowledge and understanding of all aspects of the curriculum and what constitutes highly effective teaching, learning and assessment for pupils with complex learning difficulties and a wide range of disabilities.
* Understand and empathise with the lives of children and their families living with learning difficulties and disabilities
* Are approachable listeners with excellent interpersonal and ‘people management’ skills