Deputy Headteacher/SENCo - Maternity Cover

This role is line-managed by the Headteacher working in partnership with the Local School Committee to: Assist the Headteacher with the management and organisation of the school in seeking to achieve the highest standards of pupil achievement and school efficiency. To work with the Headteacher to develop and promote the vision, mission, values and core purpose of the school; Establish the strategies through which they are to be achieved; Manage staff and resources towards their achievement; Monitor progress towards their achievement; Lead, manage and oversee the strategic and day-to-day operation of the school SEND policy in line with the SEND Code of Practice. The deputy head is required to liaise with the headteacher to assist in the leadership, organisation and management of the school: To deputise for the headteacher in their absence To lead key aspects of the development of the school including behaviour, mental health and wellbeing. Shaping the future Ensure the vision for the school is clearly articulated, shared, understood and acted upon effectively by all; Motivate and work with others to create a shared culture and positive climate; Work with individual staff and teams to translate the school vision into agreed objectives and operational plans which will promote and sustain school improvement; To contribute to the School Development Plan by identifying appropriate priorities and targets; which ensure pupils make progress and achieve high standards, are safe and enjoy their learning and work. Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) Lead responsibility for safeguarding and child protection (including online safety and understanding the filtering and monitoring systems and processes in place); To provide advice and support to other staff on child welfare, safeguarding and child protection matters, taking part in strategy discussions and inter-agency meetings, and/or supporting other staff to do so, and to contributing to the assessment of children; Fulfil the requirements of the current Keeping Children Safe in Education Annex C. Leading teaching and learning Be an excellent role model to all teaching staff within the school and reflect a high level of professional practice in all aspects; Demonstrate and articulate high expectations; Monitor and evaluate classroom practice to identify improvement priorities; Analyse and interpret school data to inform classroom practice across the school; Take overall responsibility for the co-ordination of teaching support and monitoring the quality and standards of teaching and learning for pupils with SEND; Encourage good working practices and provide leadership, direction and support to both teaching and support staff; Ensure the effective transition of pupils new to the school and for those going to new settings, communicating with other SENCos to ensure continuity and progression. Developing self and working with others Manage positive working rela