Deputy Headteacher

The Three Chestnuts School is a new school and is registered for up to 30 students aged 11 – 16 years. At KS3 the school will offer a broad, balance and relevant education in line with the national curriculum. At KS4 the school will offer a range of accreditation including ASDAN, Entry Level and Functional Skills. The more academically able students will be encouraged to study BTECs and GCSEs.

We are looking to appoint a Deputy Headteacher with a strong understanding of learners with additional needs who require a tailored and bespoke approach to education. The successful post-holder will bring great leadership, passion, and vision to developing and delivering high quality education. The school will work in close partnership with other professionals to provide a holistic package of support which may also include children living in care and accessing therapeutic support. Children attend school full days Monday to Thursday, and Friday morning, allowing Friday afternoon for PPA

This role is ideal for someone with a passion for making a difference. If you’re looking for an exciting challenge where you can have a tangible impact, we want to hear from you.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has a passion for teaching students with SEMH.
• Is able to motivate and inspire our students and can build positive, trusting relationships.
• Has an understanding of outstanding classroom practice.
• Is committed to high expectations, raising standards and enriching the curriculum offer.
• Is dedicated to improving the lives and outcomes for our students.

In return we can we offer you:

• Small class sizes of no more than 6 students.
• A strong focus on work life balance due to; reduced student numbers, reduced level of marking and assessment.
• A 37-hour working week.
• Full access to school holidays.
• A dedicated, supportive, and enthusiastic team, who strive for the best outcomes for our students.
• A comprehensive induction programme.
• Excellent CPD provided by our own highly skilled learning and development team.
• A commitment to supporting the physical and mental wellbeing of all our staff, including access to GP hero, able futures, employee assistant programme.

A range of benefits including:

• Staff referral scheme
• Death in service benefits
• Monthly staff prize draw
• Electric vehicle scheme
• Ride to work scheme
• Long service bonus
• Awards ceremony
• Monetary contribution for annual Christmas celebration
• A contributory pension scheme

Please note Hexagon Care Services does not hold a sponsorship licence and as such we are unable to support any candidates requiring sponsorship. All hiring managers at Hexagon Care Services are trained by safer recruitment consortium accredited trainers, and all positions in regulated activity with children will be required to undergo safer recruitment and onboarding checks prior to commencement.

Hexagon Care Services reserve the right to close this advert at any time. Please apply at your earliest opportunity to avoid disappointment. Should you have any questions about this role, please do not hesitate to email our recruitment manager Zander via zander.loftus@hexagoncare.com or WhatsApp 07866 889204

Fluency Duty

In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.

The school advertising the vacancy will contact you directly regarding the outcome of your application and any interviews. When interviews are taking place schools will follow all Government and Public Health England Guidelines.

All shortlisted candidates will need to verify their eligibility to work in the UK at interview.