Inclusion Deputy Head Teacher

About HEART Academies Trust HEART Academies Trust formed in 2017 and currently consists of one secondary school, Bedford Academy and five partner primary schools, Cauldwell School, Goldington Green Academy, Shackleton Primary, Shortstown Primary and Wilstead Primary. We are a non-profit making charitable company sponsored by the Harpur Trust, one of the largest charities in the UK. With a proven track-record in education through their ownership and management of four Harpur Trust private schools in Bedford and as a sponsor of Bedford Academy since its creation in 2010, they are the perfect partner to support HEART Academies Trust as we grow. HEART Academies Trust supports continuity of education within the community. Adopting a ‘stronger together’ approach and a commitment to positive collaboration enables each academy within the Trust to celebrate what they already do well whilst providing opportunities to ensure continued development and improvement across all academies within the Trust. What we offer As part of HEART Academies Trust, staff are valued and supported, allowing them to contribute fully to the wider school community. Our commitment to staff development and wellbeing is paramount. Paid wellbeing day per year. CPD pathways, career progression, secondment and shadowing opportunities. £200 Refer a friend scheme, tech scheme and cycle to work scheme. Employee assist programme. Generous pension and a competitive salary. Free gym, shower and parking facilities. Free tea, coffee, breakfast and eye tests. An open and collaborative working environment with an inclusive workplace Regular training and development programmes and celebration of staff success. Individual laptops for teaching staff. An excellent catering provision. A commitment to environmental sustainability. What we’re looking for The core purpose of the Deputy Headteacher is to be an integral part of the senior team, to support the Headteacher and provide professional leadership and management of the school. In addition, the Deputy Headteacher will promote a secure foundation from which to achieve high standards in all areas of the school. The Deputy Headteacher will lead strategically the provision for pupils with SEND across the school.The Deputy Headteacher will also provide strategic leadership for behaviour, attendance and family support work across the school. The role of Deputy Headteacher will deputise for the Headteacher should the need arise. The deputy Headteacher will work with the Headteacher to achieve high standards, and to develop the optimum potential of each child. They will create an ethos of inclusion, an atmosphere conductive to learning and to promote equal opportunities. The Deputy Headteacher will support the school philosophy of continuous improvement and work in partnership with the community of which the school is a part. Please take a look at our website, make an appointment for a tour or call us to ask any quest