Assistant Headteacher (SENCO) - The Bridge Academy

The Arthur Terry Learning Partnership is a highly successful Multi Academy Trust (MAT) encompassing 6 secondary schools, 17 primary schools, 1 all-through school, a Teaching School Hub, and School Centred Initial Teacher Training provider. Our schools are based in North Birmingham, Tamworth, Lichfield, North Warwickshire and Coventry.

Assistant Headteacher - SENCO

Full Time, Permanent

Required for Easter 2025 or sooner

We are seeking to appoint an Assistant Headteacher with the experience, and commitment to supporting our students as our SENCO, to support the children and young people at The Bridge Academy. There are three key priorities for this role:

Support teaching and learning in school, driving SEND adaptations in every day practice, ensuring that quality first teaching is prevalent across all phases.

Support the successful transition of our children from The Bridge Academy to their next step in education, through effective assessment of additional needs and, if appropriate, an EHCP application.

Lead 'Reading' across the academy with the Deputy Headteacher.

We are seeking a candidate that can bring the knowledge and skills required to meet this rewarding role. Whilst we are an all-age school, it would be preferable for the candidate to be primary trained, or have primary teaching experience. Whilst it is not essential to have the SENCO qualification at application, a willingness to complete is required, as is an eagerness to be in the classroom and modelling good practice.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced teaching professional to take the next step into senior leadership. You will be an outstanding practitioner who can work collaboratively with the Headteacher and leadership team to support strategically in the leadership and management of the school.

Salary: Leadership scale 4 - 8 (£53,602 - £59,167 per annum)

Hours: Full time, Permanent

Location: This role will be based at The Bridge Academy, Wissage Road, Lichfield, Staffordshire WS13 6SW

Start Date: Required for Easter 2025 or sooner

What you will need to succeed

• To share our passion for wanting the very best for our students and schools
• To be committed to keeping our students safe
• Be highly motivated and passionate about making a difference to the lives of young people with the natural ability to inspire and motivate
• Be an outstanding teacher
• Be emotionally intelligent with the ability to build strong working relationships with a variety of stakeholders
• The passion and commitment to work in a fast paced, challenging yet always rewarding role

What you will get in return

• Professional development is key to our ongoing success, so we invest in your development through training, mentoring and progression opportunities across our schools and Teaching School Hub
• The opportunity to join our team of leading education experts and propel your career to the next level
• A competitive salary
• An Employee Assistance Programme and employee benefits package
• Competitive pension scheme (Teachers Pension Scheme)
• Professional Development & Wellbeing Days

What you need to do now

To apply please complete an online application form. To arrange an informal chat about the role, please contact Elliot Payne via or .

Please note we do not accept CV's; applications will only be considered if received on an ATLP digital application form.

Closing date: 9am, Wednesday 20th November 2024

Interview date: To be confirmed

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020). This means that certain convictions and cautions are considered 'protected' and do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website:

This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent English is an essential requirement of the role.

The Arthur Terry Learning Partnership (ATLP) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to all necessary pre-employment checks, including enhanced DBS, prohibition check, qualifications (where applicable), medical fitness, identity and right to work. All applicants will be required to provide two suitable references which will be sought prior to interview. The ATLP is an equal opportunities employer.

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