Head of Centre at Wolverhampton Vocational Training Centre

Wolverhampton Vocational Training Centre is rated “good” by Ofsted and is situated in Wolverhampton. We are a special school for pupils with complex cognitive difficulties whose age range is 16 to 19 years, who are seeking to appoint a motivated, dedicated and driven Head of Centre. We are an Academy School, part of the Central Learning Partnership Trust (CLPT). We strive to ensure our children receive an education which inspires and promotes positive learning and ensure that rigorous CPD supports all staff in becoming the best they can be.

Core Responsibilities

• To be responsible for the operational, day to day running of the centre and full responsibility for the school in the absence of the Executive Headteacher.
• Be responsible and accountable to the Executive Headteacher for the Standards agenda in the school.
• Contribute positively and effectively to the SEND agenda.
• Promote safeguarding and the welfare of all the children in the centre, by ensuring that the policies and procedures relating to safeguarding and child protection are fully implemented and followed by all staff.
• Be the Designated Safeguarding Lead.
• Responsible for the management of effective teaching and learning and to identify the priorities for improvement and raising standards.
• Responsible for the health and safety and well-being of staff and students.
• Lead the review of EHCPs.

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• A good honours degree in a relevant subject.
• Qualified teacher status.
• Evidence of appropriate professional development (NPQH, NPQSL).
• Evidence of leadership in a school.
• Successful leadership and management experience in a school.
• Experience of working within a Special School environment.
• Successful leadership and experience of managing the EHCP process and review cycle.
• Involvement in school self-evaluation and development planning.
• A proven track record in raising achievement within his/her own teaching.
• Experience of raising achievement through intervention in the teaching process.

Training & Development

• Commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Participation in relevant training to maintain up-to-date knowledge.
• Problem-solving skills and the ability to handle sensitive situations effectively.

Key Skills & Attributes

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• High level of confidentiality, professionalism and attention to detail.

Applicant Qualities

• Flexible, adaptable and creative and able to respond positively to change.
• Has a drive for excellence and a desire to be outstanding.
• Is highly organised, motivated and driven to succeed.
• Committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all students.
• Collaborates with colleagues to ensure the safety and well-being of students.
• Upholds and promotes the ethos and values of the school.
• Good team player.

In return we can offer

• Strong supportive partnerships with parents and the wider community.
• A happy, stimulating and safe learning environment.
• Dedicated staff committed to achieving high standards.
• A strong supportive and highly experienced leadership team and governing body.
• Opportunities for professional development, coaching and mentoring and succession planning.

Eligibility to work in the UK

We are legally obliged to ask you to provide evidence of your right to live and work in the UK. If you are successful, we will ask you to provide appropriate documents, such as a passport, visa, full birth certificate and national insurance number to confirm this.

Equality and diversity

The academy values diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds. Equality is promoted and the academy will guarantee an interview to disabled candidates if the essential job criteria is met fully.

For enquiries or to arrange a visit, please contact Helen Andrioli, Executive Headteacher, at handrioli@westcroftschool.co.uk.