Assistant Headteacher / SENCo (Pevensey & Westham CE Primary School)

Job introduction

Hours of work: 32.5 hours per week
Working pattern: Full-time

For more information and to apply for the above post, please contact: Pevensey & Westham CE Primary School, 86 High Street, Westham, Pevensey, East Sussex, BN24 5LP
Phone: 01323 762269
Email: admin@pevenseyschool.org.uk
Website: http://www.pevenseyschool.org.uk
 
Please note, we do not accept CVs.

This post is covered by the Childcare Disqualification Regulations 2018. 

The school will need to ensure that they are not knowingly employing a person who is disqualified under the 2018 Regulations in connection with relevant childcare provision. Accordingly, the successful candidate will be required to demonstrate to the school, by completing a self-declaration form as part of the pre-employment checks process, that they have not been disqualified under the 2018 Regulations. 

If the preferred candidate is found to be disqualified under the 2018 Regulations, the offer of employment will be subject to the application by the preferred candidate to Ofsted for a waiver and the receipt of a waiver from Ofsted

About the role

We are looking for an Assistant Headteacher to be our new Special Educational Needs Coordinator.

We have an exciting opportunity to join the Senior Leadership Team at Pevensey & Westham CE Primary School where we have an ambitious vision to prepare all pupils with the skills needed to flourish, reach their potential and enjoy fullness of life.

Would a school that offers the following suit you?

        A set of core values which go beyond words; they are lived out in action. They are the foundations of our inclusive culture and guide what we think, what we say and how we behave.

        A church school, set in a beautiful, historic environment where staff really care about the pupils and there is a real sense of community.

        High expectations for all and high standards of behaviour.

Our new Assistant Headteacher will:

        Be an effective and experienced leader with excellent management and organisational skills.

        Monitor progress and performance to ensure there are high aspirations for every child and member of staff in order for them to experience continued, high levels of success

        Be a Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead in the school working alongside a team of Safeguarding Leads and supporting all staff with child protection. 

We strongly encourage potential applicants to visit and experience our school first hand.

Salary: Depending on experience, between L1 £45,635 to L5 £50,362

For more information, please visit our website – www.pevenseyschool.org.uk

 To arrange a visit to the school please contact the school office on 01323 762269 or by email at admin@pevenseyschool.org.uk.

To apply for this position please visit the vacancies section of our website https://www.pevenseyschool.org.uk, please complete and return the application form making sure you clearly outline your skills and qualities.

Closing date: 6 October 2023 Noon

Interview date: 16 October 2023

Pevensey & Westham CEP School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  All staff will be expected to obtain an enhanced DBS Certificate with the Local Authority.  In addition, as part of the shortlisting process we will carry out an online search as part of our due diligence on the shortlisted candidates.

Additional information

Work Permits: we may be able to obtain a Work Permit for this post but this is subject to meeting the requirements of the UK Border Agency’s Points-based Immigration System.

Due to the restrictions we cannot guarantee that individuals that meet the requirements of the Points-based Immigration System will be issued with clearance to obtain work permits.

 
This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff will be expected to hold or be willing to obtain Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check.

All school based staff have the responsibility for promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children.  All school staff should be aware of the school’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and work in accordance with this document at all times.

Company information

East Sussex County Council is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitable candidates, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, disability or age. All applications are treated on merit.