Deputy Director of Education (Inclusion) - Part-time

Rye Community Primary School, Rye

Ref:KCC146-826-1L
Posted:30/04/2024
Pay:Leadership 12 – Leadership 18
Start Date:Start of Academic Year 2024/25 (Flexible for the R
App Close Date:15/05/2024 at 12:00
Interviews:23/05/2024

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Aquinas Church of England Education Trust is looking for a Deputy Director of Education (Inclusion) to join the Central Education Leadership Team. The successful candidate will lead in the development and delivery of our inclusion practices, helping to support our drive to ensure all our pupils experience an exceptional education. Supported by an experienced team of education professionals both in the central team and in the schools, the post holder will be making a difference to the lives and opportunities of the children and young people with SEND in our care. At Aquinas we believe in the promise of ‘Life Transforming Learning’, and if you think you could help to contribute to this goal, we would be excited to hear from you.

This position is being offered on a flexible part-time basis of either 3 or 4 days per week. The successful candidate will be expected to work across all our academies, which span both Bromley, Kent and Rye, East Sussex.

We welcome applications from experienced senior leaders from any phase of education. The successful candidate will be NASENCO qualified.

OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL:

· Be able to articulate an ambitious vison for pupils of various backgrounds, including pupil premium, disadvantage and SEND.

· Have a passion for school improvement and development.

· Champion best practice and promote a culture of continuous improvement.

· Drive collaboration to enhance the educational experiences of all pupils across the trust.

· Hold demonstratable experience in working to improve the education of children and young people.

· Ensure that the quality of education for students with SEND and those students from disadvantaged backgrounds is ambitious and high quality.

· Understand the role of curriculum in a school improvement model.

· Have held a position in a Senior Leadership Team within a school/academy or within a trust.

· Hold Qualified Teacher Status, along with a good Honours Degree.

· Preferably have completed an NPQH and/or NPQEL or be willing to undertake this qualification.

IN RETURN WE OFFER:

· A unique opportunity for a committed professional to influence and shape the education delivered by a Trust with over 4,500 pupils on roll.

· A happy community committed to delivering ‘Life Transforming Learning’.

· A career path for experienced senior leaders that runs adjacent to seeking a Headship.

· A position within an extremely skilled and knowledgeable Central Education Team.

· An office base within our training and development centre, based in Bromley.

· Mentoring and experienced Leadership by the Trust Executive Team.

Aquinas CE Education Trust is committed to safeguarding the young people in our care and we expect all our staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check. As an employee of the Aquinas Church of England Education Trust you are required to have regard to the character of the Trust and its foundation and to undertake not to do anything in any way contrary to the interests of the foundation.

Information about the school

Dear applicant,

On behalf of our pupils, colleagues and trustees, I would like to thank you for your interest in a position at Rye Community Primary School. I hope you find the application pack both helpful and informative. Rye Community Primary School is a place where learners feel safe, cared for and have space to learn. We pride ourselves on being a closely knit community where children are known as individuals and their talents are nurtured and celebrated. There is significant transformational change to improve the standard of education and facilities at Rye Community Primary School – ideal for ambitious and talented individuals to truly make a difference and build upon our most recent OFSTED good grading, in March 2023. We pride ourselves on meeting the needs of every child – we see it as our role to unlock the diverse abilities and talents found in each pupil regardless of ability, background or need. Through an imaginative and vibrant curriculum, we provide a gateway for learning which challenges everyone to ‘Dream, Believe, Achieve’ from the outset. We want to inspire and excite – creating a love of learning which will serve our children well throughout their educational journey. There are three educational settings in Rye – Starfish Pre-School, Rye Community Primary School and Rye College. Between us we offer an exciting continuous learning journey from the age of 2 to 16 – ensuring children have the best opportunity to move seamlessly between the key stages of learning whilst ensuring consistency throughout their educational experience. In your application, please outline why you would like to join Rye Community Primary School, how you meet the person specification and what makes you the best person for the job. We value honesty. I look forward receiving your completed application.

With thanks,

Kelly Martin Headteacher

Benefits: All colleagues have 24 hour access to our EAP support line for a wide range of areas. The school has a seat at the trust wellbeing committee. PPA is offered as a work from home option. Discounted membership at the local leisure centre is offered. We are able to direct colleagues to access discounted activities and tickets via a monthly subscription. Employees benefit from a 10% discount at the onsite Pre-School (2-4 years). All colleagues are able to access bespoke learning opportunities.

Job Contact Information

Name:Martina Webb
Address:The Grove, Rye, East Sussex, TN31 7ND
Telephone: 01797330848
Email: mwebb@ryecollege.co.uk

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Recruitment Pack