At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead teaching and learning, focusing on inclusion for SEND students.
- Company: Martha H School, part of the supportive Polaris Community.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, pension, life assurance, and employee discounts.
- Other info: Professional development opportunities and a chance to innovate.
- Why this job: Shape curriculum and make a real difference in young lives.
- Qualifications: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with SEND experience required.
The predicted salary is between 48000 - 52000 £ per year.
Polaris Education - Martha H School
Contract: Full Time, Term Time Only
Salary: £48,000 - £52,000 depending on experience
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 5 to 16. 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 30 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 100% of our education services have been rated as Good or Outstanding by Ofsted.
We are seeking a caring, forward-thinking leader to join our team as Deputy Headteacher with Teaching Responsibilities:
- 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.
- 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.
- Work closely with other leaders within the Polaris Community to share best practice and ensure alignment with our ethos.
Qualifications:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with experience in SEND.
- Experience of delivering a high-quality curriculum with a focus on supporting young people with SEND.
- A proactive, adaptable attitude, able to set up new systems and processes aligned with the school's values and ethos.
A unique opportunity to shape the curriculum development and SEND provision in a new school.
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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