Job Descrption
Type : Full-Time, Permanent
Start Date : January 2025 or sooner if possible
MLK Search is excited to be supporting this 'Outstanding' Independent, trauma-centred therapeutic group of schools in London who are seeking to appoint an Assistant Principal for their Primary School setting in January 2025 (or sooner if possible).
All pupils have EHCPs for adverse childhood experiences and SEMH needs. The school caters for all National Curriculum subjects and learning is linked to children’s curriculum and individual needs, progress plans and assessment of learning and achievement.
The Assistant Principal will work with other leaders and teachers to support the quality of education and therapy to ensure an efficient, organised and smooth operation. The Assistant Principal will be visible in and around the site, contribute and leading staff briefings, and training, and will fulfil the role of Deputy DSL.
The opportunity would suit a confident leader with successful experience of teaching... and leading within a proprietary owned Independent or Private School setting. Knowledge and experience of supporting children and young people that have Social, Emotional, and Mental Health challenges would be highly desirable.
To work with the executive principal to ensure standards are consistently outstanding, in line with ISS and Ofsted expectations.
To take a leading role in supporting and maintaining the efficient organisation, timetabling, management and supervision.
To organise and manage the school and staff team effectively
To be able to lead and manage behaviour positively in line with the school’s policy.
To be a first point of senior contact for parents, visitors, staff and pupils.
Qualified teacher status or relevant Degree level qualification
Successful teaching experience within a Prep or Primary setting with SEMH/SEN pupils
Recent CP and Safer Recruitment training
Experience of school development and improvement strategies
Evidence of involvement in CPD activities related to SEMH/SEN
Up to 15 weeks of holiday
Competitive salaries and opportunities for performance-linked progression
Private healthcare package which includes health, medical and dental insurance, lifestyle benefits, heavily-discounted gym membership and various rewards
An Apple MacBook to use at school and at home
A daily lunch, cooked by outstanding school chefs
Opportunities for high-quality professional development
Financial support towards relevant professional qualifications
Workplace pension
If you are seeking a unique and exciting opportunity to make a genuine difference to pupils' lives as part of a trauma-centred, therapeutic school, please APPLY NOW
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