Headteacher

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Esteem Multi Academy Trust (EMAT) is looking to appoint an exceptional senior leader, with the ability and determination to accelerate school improvement at Peak Special School. We are looking for an experienced senior leader; at either Assistant, Deputy or Headteacher level, with the relevant experience of leading SEND provision for pupils with profound and/or complex learning needs and disabilities. We are looking for a senior leader who is relentless in their mission to providing a world class education to pupils with SEND.

The successful candidate will need to be dynamic and creative in their leadership approach. You will need to have clear vision and direction, and have the conviction to make your vision a reality. As the newly appointed Headteacher, you will have the autonomy to make a real impact on a school which has great potential. You will have the confidence and skills necessary to bring the entire community along with you on an exciting school improvement journey. You will be supported by a highly experienced and diverse trust central team, alongside a like-minded group of headteacher colleagues within the trust, who lead inclusive primary and special schools, and alternative provisions.

We welcome applications from experienced senior leaders with:

• A demonstrable track record of successful school leadership, to bring about exceptional learning outcomes for children and young people with SEND
• The ability to build excellent relationships with students, staff, parents/carers, governors, and the local community.
• The vision and skill to embrace, lead and manage change and rapid school improvement.

Benefits include: Teachers’ Pension Scheme, Westfield Health membership and free parking.

To arrange an informal discussion about the role with Clive Lawrence OBE (Chief Education Officer), please email your contact details to HR@esteemmat.co.uk. To arrange to visit Peak School, please telephone or email the school directly on 01663 750324 or info@peak.derbyshire.sch.uk and ask to speak with Dave Jones (Deputy Headteacher). You can also find further details about the role, including how to apply, by visiting our trust website at https://www.esteemmat.co.uk/vacancies. Please use the relevant EMAT application form on the MAT website; CVs alone will not be accepted.

Interview dates: 19 & 20 October 2023

Esteem Multi-Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all its students.    We expect all staff, volunteers and agency staff to share this commitment.  The successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) 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.

Please do not apply using The Derbyshire County Council Website.

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.