Start Date: September
Dunbar Education is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Assistant Head Teacher to join our SEN school community. As an Assistant Head Teacher, you will play a crucial role in promoting a culture of inclusion, fostering positive school experiences for all pupils, and upholding educational standards to prepare our students for their next phase of education and life.
Responsibilities:
- Promote a culture of inclusion where all views are valued and considered.
- Create a positive and enriching school environment for pupils.
- Uphold educational standards to prepare pupils for future success.
- Maintain a culture of staff professionalism.
- Encourage high standards of engagement and self-regulation from pupils, with a focus on meeting individual needs and promoting neurodiversity-affirming strategies.
- Ensure high levels of pupil attendance and foster a culture of safety, enjoyment, and engagement with learning.
- Serve as a role model, demonstrating high standards of teaching and promoting high expectations for all members of the school community.
- Support the senior leadership team in monitoring and evaluating teaching and learning quality, including conducting lesson visits to ensure consistency.
- Promote inclusive practices to ensure all pupils can access the curriculum effectively.
- Provide high-quality teaching for pupils following a non-subject specific curriculum.
- Maintain ambitious expectations for all pupils with significant or severe learning difficulties, autistic spectrum disorder, speech, language, and communication difficulties.
- Recognise that pupils are likely to have a combination of special educational needs.
- Collaborate with parents, carers, and professionals to identify additional needs and provide necessary support and adaptations.
- Lead and manage the implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and Behaviour Support Plans (BSPs) to support SEN pupils in their learning and social development.
- Utilise a range of teaching strategies and resources to meet the diverse needs of SEN pupils, including differentiated instruction, multisensory learning, and assistive technology.
- Monitor and assess the progress of SEN pupils, providing regular feedback to inform instructional planning and intervention strategies.
- Work closely with external agencies, including Educational Psychologists, Speech and Language Therapists, and Occupational Therapists, to provide holistic support for SEN pupils.
- Lead and participate in multi-disciplinary meetings and reviews to ensure effective collaboration and coordination of support for SEN pupils.
- Provide guidance and support to teaching staff in implementing inclusive practices and adapting the curriculum to meet the needs of SEN pupils.
- Contribute to the development and review of school policies and procedures related to SEN provision, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and best practice guidelines.
Requirements:
- DBS on update service or willingness to obtain one.
If you are passionate about inclusive education and making a difference in the lives of children with special educational needs, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position.
To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role
