Associate Leader- secondment opportunity

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Due to maternity leave of a member of the leadership team, the Head Teacher and Governors are excited to offer this secondment opportunity for new or aspiring leaders to join our team for the period of two terms. Brackenfield is one of 3 specialist schools in the UK offering alternative teaching approaches for pupils with complex, severe and profound learning needs. We are committed to the training and professional development of both our staff and staff in other schools to support the delivery of education to children with SEND. 

The successful candidates will join an experienced team of leaders, teachers, STLAs and LSAs who support young people aged 3 to 16, ranging in ability from pre formal to formal learners (equivalent range from previous Pscale P3i to end of Y2- KS1 expectations). The successful applicant will promote the school ethos through high levels of expectation, being an adaptable team player, promoting growth mindset through recognition of character education and be able to encourage pupil independence. In specific we are looking for applicants who have experience in working with pre-verbal pupils with complex needs. However, other relevant experience will also be considered. 

Brackenfield School is committed to the safeguarding of all children. Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. Brackenfield SEND School is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, preventing unlawful discrimination in all of its activities and to valuing diversity. 

If you would like more information please contact HR@brackenfield.derbyshire.sch.uk.

Teams Pre-Interview – 16^th October 2023

Face to face interviews – 19^th October 2023

Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.