Edgewood School, Lingswood Park, Northampton, NN3 8TA

Employer: Edgewood School

Salary: Leadership Scale plus Teachers Pension Scheme

Hours: Full time

Closing: 4th October 2024

Be part of something truly amazing……. Edgewood School is a new, state of the art independent specialist day and residential school for up to 26 children and young people aged 7 to 18. Pupils placed at the school have a range of complexity and need, including; Autism, moderate to severe learning difficulties, speech, language and communication difficulties, and associated challenging behaviour. The school is operated by the SENAD Group who have 6 other special needs schools based in the East and West Midlands and Wales. All our schools are graded Outstanding or Good by Ofsted and Estyn and we are seeking a Deputy to support the Head Teacher in achieving the same high standards. You will have responsibility for the leadership and management of Teaching and Learning and must have sound line management skills. You will support and develop staff in working with SEN and should therefore be experienced in this field.

This really is a rare opportunity to be part of something new, working with high staff to pupil ratios, great facilities; and resources to ensure the best possible education and development for all children. You will use your love of learning and previous expertise to lead on curriculum development and implementation, continually evaluating and designed to meet individual need. If you are an enthusiastic and inspirational Assistant Head, current Deputy or a Senior Level Teacher with line management experience and have experience teaching young people with SEN, then get in contact today.

Edgewood School is committed to safeguarding those in our care – the successful candidate will be required to apply for an enhanced DBS check and will be subject to thorough background checks including online searches.

The SENAD Group is dedicated to equality of opportunity in all areas of work, education and care.

Apply online at: https://senadgroup.com/senadjobs/edgewood-school-deputy-head-teacher-vacancy/

For an informal discussion about the role please contact Sasha Lees, Headteacher – sasha.lees@senadgroup.com

Visits to the school are welcomed and will take place on the 19th September.