Assistant Headteacher

BrackenfieldSEND Schoolis a succesful and expanding special school in the South of Derbyshire.TheExecutiveHeadteacherand Governors are looking to appoint a passionateand committed Assistant Headteacherto join our established,experiencedleadership team. The successful candidate will work withtheExecutive Headteacher, Head of Siteand Deputy Headteachersto strategicallyand operationally lead the school. We are a school for children with complex learning and communication needs ranging from 3-19yrs. Brackenfield is a research based school and we work with external partnersto ensure that our approaches reflect best practice in preparing young people with complex needsforadulthood. We welcome applications from established senior leaders exploring new challenges or ambitious middle leaders looking to progress their career. We have a commitment to staff development and high quality CPD which is providedto our staff through the East Midlands SEND Training Hub which is based at the school. Applicants are encouraged to come and meet the Executive Headteacher andHead of Siteand have a tour of the school (please see contact below). BrackenfieldSENDSchool 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 contactrecruitment@brackenfield.derbyshire.sch.uk