Deputy Headteacher in Booker

\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJoin us as a Deputy Headteacher: Empower Futures!\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProgress Schools Buckinghamshire is an independent specialist school providing education for students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, autism, ADHD and other complex barriers to learning.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Deputy Headteacher (Behaviour \u0026amp; Culture) plays a pivotal role in the strategic and operational leadership of the school, leading the development of a calm, safe and ambitious learning environment where pupils can thrive. The postholder will be responsible for establishing consistently high standards of behaviour, attendance, conduct and safeguarding across the school.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWorking closely with the Headteacher, the Deputy Headteacher will lead the transformation of behaviour systems, develop staff expertise in SEMH practice, and ensure that all pupils receive the support, consistency and accountability required to achieve positive outcomes.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe postholder will deputise for the Headteacher during periods of absence and provide visible, daily leadership across the school.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDo you want to work for a company where wellbeing is more than a word, it's a commitment? Somewhere where the person matters as much as the professional?\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWell at Progress Schools, that's just the approach we take.\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOur top-notch benefits go beyond the basics-enjoy access to discounted gym memberships, a free wellbeing app that is jam packed with fitness, yoga and mindfulness resources and dedicated counselling support. And because we know your passion is with pupils and not paperwork, we do everything we can to reduce the amount of surplus admin too.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYour work-life balance matters. That's why we offer generous holidays, additional leave for foster carers and flexibility wherever possible.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAnd why do we do this? Because when you thrive, so do our students. So we want to invest in your personal and professional growth as much as we do the young people who attend our schools.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBut that's not all, we also offer...\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProfessional Development:\u003c/strong\u003e Support for professional qualifications, in-house training, including paid qualifications. Last year we invested approx. £3.5k per colleague!\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinancial Security:\u003c/strong\u003e Death in Service Insurance providing four times your salary.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFamily-Friendly Policies:\u003c/strong\u003e Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHealth and Wellbeing Cashback:\u003c/strong\u003e Access to Medicash for you and your dependants, covering the costs of eye tests, optical, dental, prescriptions, and holistic treatments up to £900 annually.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecognition Awards:\u003c/strong\u003e Monthly, Quarterly, and Annual Recognition Awards.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReferral Bonus:\u003c/strong\u003e £500 for referring top talent.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExclusive Discounts:\u003c/strong\u003e MiRewards benefits platform, offering loads of discounts and rewards\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeekly drop ins with Senior Leaders: \u003c/strong\u003eConnect, clarify and communicate with weekly drop-ins with our Managing Director and organisation SLT\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGroup Connection:\u003c/strong\u003e Annual Group conference and a comprehensive benefits review.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are we looking for from you?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEngagement Skills:\u003c/strong\u003e A highly motivated and enthusiastic individual who is approachable, promotes positive relationships, and fosters high expectations. Able to inspire and motivate students in a creative and adaptable way, particularly within alternative education settings.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEmotional Support:\u003c/strong\u003e Committed to a high level of pastoral care with the ability to manage student behaviour effectively and provide meaningful support to students with diverse and challenging needs.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCore Teaching Qualifications:\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eA teaching qualification is not essential. Applications are welcomed from experienced pastoral, behaviour, safeguarding, inclusion, youth justice, children's services, social care, SEND or specialist education leaders who can demonstrate exceptional expertise in behaviour, safeguarding and SEMH practice\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExperience:\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eSignificant leadership experience within an SEMH, SEND, Alternative Provision or specialist setting.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKnowledge:\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eStrong understanding of autism, ADHD and associated neurodevelopmental conditions\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProblem-Solving:\u003c/strong\u003e Ability to identify challenges quickly and implement appropriate, student-focused solutions that drive positive outcomes.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePromotion of Values:\u003c/strong\u003e Dedicated to promoting equality, diversity, safeguarding, wellbeing, and British values across the school community.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTime Management:\u003c/strong\u003e Effective in managing leadership responsibilities, team coordination, student outcomes, and community engagement simultaneously.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProgress Schools \u003c/strong\u003eis part of \u003cstrong\u003eThe Progress Group,\u003c/strong\u003e the Group is made up of six business units, each of which aspires to innovate, influence, and inspire others through high-quality and purposeful education and training. Progress Schools is a national group of 13 independent OFSTED-regulated schools.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlease \u003ca target=\ TPBN1_UKTJ