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Deputy HeadteacherPolaris Education • Wigan, UK
Deputy Headteacher

Deputy Headteacher

Polaris Education • Wigan, UK
28 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Temporary
Job description
Deputy Headteacher

Polaris Education – Martha H School
Deputy Headteacher with Teaching Responsibilities
Contract: Full Time, Term Time Only
Salary: £, – £, depending on experience
Location: Wigan, Lancashire

Benefits

  • Company Pension
  • Life Assurance
  • Employee Discount Scheme

About the School

Located in Wigan, Martha H School offers a safe and supportive environment for pupils aged to . With significant investment and an abundance of new resources, the successful applicant will have the opportunity to shape and mould the school to create a supportive environment that promotes self-discipline and engagement, and inspires learning. Our mission is to provide each pupil with a diverse and appropriate education that encourages aspiration and achievement.

We are part of the Polaris Community and have been passionately improving the lives of young people for over years. Within the Polaris Community, we have sixteen SEN schools across the UK that work together to provide each pupil with a tailored, diverse and appropriate education in a safe, supportive environment that promotes engagement, inspires learning and encourages achievement. We’re also incredibly proud that % of our education services have been rated as Good or Outstanding by Ofsted.

The Role

We are seeking a caring, forward-thinking leader to join our team as Deputy Headteacher with Teaching Responsibilities. In this role, you will:

  • Ensure high-quality teaching and learning across the school, with a focus on inclusion and differentiated instruction for SEND students
  • Assess, monitor, record and report on the learning needs, progress and achievements of pupils, working alongside the SENCo
  • Take a lead on whole-school strategic planning and the continued development of our curriculum
  • Provide curriculum training for staff during training sessions and INSET, valuing your own and others’ CPD
  • Deputise for the Headteacher in their absence
  • Line manage a range of new and existing staff, including taking part in the recruitment and onboarding of new staff
  • Lead on careers, reading and writing to prepare young people for their next steps
  • Contribute to the development, implementation and evaluation of the school’s policies, practices and procedures in such a way as to support the school’s values and vision
  • Work with others on curriculum and/or pupil development to secure coordinated outcomes
  • Use your expertise to promote a therapeutic approach to behaviour and emotional wellbeing
  • Collaborate with staff, parents and external professionals to ensure the best outcomes for students
  • Manage and support staff teams, fostering a culture of cooperation, flexibility and continuous improvement
  • Work closely with other leaders within the Polaris Community to share best practice and ensure alignment with our ethos

What We’re Looking For

The ideal candidate will have:

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with experience in SEND
  • Experience of delivering a high-quality curriculum with a focus on supporting young people with SEND
  • Experience in leading and managing teams with a compassionate and therapeutic approach
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work inclusively with staff, students and families
  • A proactive, adaptable attitude, able to set up new systems and processes aligned with the school’s values and ethos

What We Offer

  • A unique opportunity to shape the curriculum development and SEND provision in a new school
  • A supportive and collaborative leadership team
  • Professional development opportunities within the Polaris Community
  • A chance to make a real difference to the lives of children with complex needs
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