We are looking for a knowledgeable and compassionate leader with high expectations of themselves and others, who will champion our most vulnerable learners, grow the expertise of every teacher, and work closely with families and specialists so that every student achieves well, whatever their starting point.
The successful candidate will play a central role in setting the vision, culture, and strategy for whole school inclusion and SEND provision. You will lead our SEN team including an Assistant SENCO, SEND Administrator, HLTA's and Teaching Assistants and champion high expectations and adaptive teaching across every classroom.
This appointment coincides with an exciting transformative period: Gosford Hill is undergoing a multi-million-pound rebuild under the DfE School Rebuilding Programme, offering the successful candidate the unique opportunity to help shape new SEND spaces.
Education has the power to change lives, communities and society for the better. At RLT we believe that we can achieve more for our pupils, trainees, staff and communities by working together rather than alone. Schools in RLT are united by a common belief in the benefits of working together, and by our commitment to shared principles.
OUR VISION is for our schools and SCITT to improve rapidly, continuously and sustainably: to be better faster together.
OUR 'WHY?' is that children and young people 'only get one go' in school and therefore as part of RLT we aim to ensure the best possible 'go' for our pupils.
OUR 'HOW?' is through the highest support and challenge for our schools and each other, underpinned by our principles.
- Our employees benefit from a wide variety of support including extensive continuing professional learning and development opportunities, wellbeing and staff networks and access to Defined Benefit Pension Schemes (TPS and LGPS) for all staff.
For more information on what it is like to work for the Trust, and the benefits you could access, please see our "Working in RLT" guide.
This role includes regulated activity relevant to children.
The River Learning Trust and Gosford Hill School are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and preventing extremism. The Trust is required to conduct a variety of checks and online searches about you as part of their recruitment process in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. It is an offence to apply for certain roles within schools if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. The River Learning Trust is an equal opportunities employer committed to creating a safe, inclusive environment for all staff, free from discrimination and harassment.
Assistant Headteacher (SENCo) employer: Gosford Hill School
Gosford Hill School, as part of the River Learning Trust, offers an inspiring environment for educators looking to make a significant impact in the lives of students. With a strong commitment to professional development, wellbeing initiatives, and a collaborative work culture, employees are empowered to grow and thrive while upholding core values of responsibility, respect, and resilience. The upcoming transition to a new school building presents a unique opportunity for innovative leadership and strategic planning, making this an exciting time to join our dedicated team.
