Salary range: L17-21, £78,869 - £85,267 p.a. Contract: Permanent Hours of work: Fulltime Location: Phoenix Arch School Phoenix Arch School is an oversubscribed community SEN school with a strong and supportive staff team. All fifty-five pupils attending the school have a diagnosis of ASD, and the school has developed a holistic approach with three pathways to support pupils to access the National Curriculum, including at the appropriate age. A personalised curriculum, tailored to enhance the skills of all students, enables pupils to enjoy learning and develop skills to thrive not only in the nurturing environment we have created at our school, but beyond and into adulthood. The Post This is an exciting opportunity to lead a small SEN school and see your vision unfold as part of a community. The Board of Governors are looking for a dynamic and creative Headteacher to lead our dedicated and enthusiastic staff, someone who can develop the pathways further, manage the planned expansion and drive the school to outstanding, while retaining the school’s warmth and celebration of special needs education. You will be joining a staff team who are committed to providing an inclusive education for all. There is scope in the role to develop expertise within the school around autism and outstanding teaching and learning. We will support your continuing professional development and you will work in a friendly, warm environment where children are at the heart of our school community. The Person The Governors are seeking a candidate with enthusiasm, integrity, and kindness. This role needs someone who is excited to have the opportunity to be part of a community and make a real difference to that community. We are looking for someone who puts the children first, always, and holds high aspirations for all. We are looking for an outstanding practitioner and leader who has: • Commitment to the promotion of high standards in teaching and learning • Good understanding of autism and neurodivergence including identifying strengths as well as challenges • Proven outstanding classroom practice • Excellent understanding of National Curriculum subject knowledge, and how to adapt it for SEN • An understanding of different learning pathways and learning styles. • Senior leadership experience at a mainstream or special primary school, and proven ability to lead, inspire and motivate • Evidence of further professional study, e.g. NPQH, and good leadership skills • Commitment to high aspirations for all - staff and students Visits to the school are strongly encouraged. Visits dates: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday week beginning 9 September 2024 Closing date: Monday 16 September 2024 (12:00 pm) Short listing: Tuesday 17 September 2024 Interviews: 24 and 25 September 2024 Additional Information If you are interested in applying for this job, please start by clicking the "Apply Now" button below. You must provide a supporting statement as part of your application that clearly shows how you meet the criteria on the Person Specification. We will accept a CV in support of your application, however, you should still provide a supporting statement. Brent Council values the diversity of its community and aims to have a workforce that reflects this and therefore encourage applications from all sections of the community. We positively encourage all applicants to self-identify their characteristics in the diversity survey section in the application. We are committed to safer recruitment and safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants should be aware that posts working with children, young people and vulnerable adults are subject to an Enhanced DBS check as well as other employment clearances. Brent has a positive approach to flexible working. As a disability confident employer Brent welcomes applications from people with all disabilities, including “non-visible” disabilities and mental health conditions. We will interview any disabled applicant who meets the essential criteria. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made to any part of the recruitment process due to your disability, please contact us on [email protected]