Deputy Headteacher

Spa Education Trust: Deputy Head of School - Spa School Bermondsey

Pay: Inner London Group (L17 - L21)

Responsible to the Head of School

We are looking for an outstanding SEN practitioner with management experience and strong leadership skills, who shares our passion for achieving the very best outcomes for our pupils. You will play a vital role in the development of our excellent school.

Are you ready to lead outstanding education for children and young people with autism? Do you share our vision for happy, safe and heathy pupils who learn, achieve and are ready for the future? Spa Education Trust is recruiting a Deputy Head of School for Spa Bermondsey and we are offering you a unique leadership opportunity in our successful organisation.

The Trust currently has two successful special schools in Southwark for pupils with autism. Spa Bermondsey is for pupils aged 11 - 19. Spa Camberwell is for pupils aged 5 -16.

This is an exciting time to join us as Deputy Head of School as we continue to grow and develop new provisions.

Successful candidates will:

• have outstanding leadership experience in a special school
• have experience that demonstrates commitment to our vision
• be committed to offering the best opportunities for our pupils and their families
• inspire and motivate pupils, staff and the broader school community.

Applicants for the post must have senior leadership experience in special education.

The trust acknowledges the importance of the role of the Deputy Head of School and will actively offer long term support, encouragement, CPD and realistic challenge to the successful candidates.

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To express your interest and arrange a conversation and school visit, please contact Nusrat Raja or call .

The application pack can be downloaded below.

Closing date: Wednesday 22 nd January 2025 (by 12 pm)

Interviews will be held during week commencing 27 th January 2025

Our recruitment processes follow the guidance in the DfE document Safeguarding Children and Safer Recruitment in Education. All staff will be required to undertake a disclosure from the Disclosure & Barring Service