Assistant Headteacher (Assessment & Student Outcomes)

We are rightly proud of our Federation and each setting. We're looking for the right person to lead a vibrant, highly committed and caring community where children are at the very heart of all that we do. Our recent Ofsted inspection (June 2024) found that: "Leaders have high expectations for all pupils. Pupils rise to these expectations and achieve well." "Relationships between staff and pupils are highly positive. Pupils' individual needs, such as behavioural, communication, physical and sensory needs, are supported exceptionally well." "The school has designed a highly ambitious curriculum for all pupils. At the heart of this curriculum, is a focus on supporting pupils' communication, independence and physical needs." "Behaviour and attitudes to learning are exemplary. Staff know the needs of individual pupils and learning environments are purposefully designed to support pupils' behaviour and sensory needs." Our students have told us the following: "I've been here for a long time and the school has helped me be more independent, help others and develop my confidence." "The staff are very friendly and help you an awful lot to learn. I would recommend it for anyone with special needs." "We help each other to get a better education through lots of different activities." The successful candidate will:

• communicate the shared vision, ethos and strategic plan for Victoria School that inspires and motivates all stakeholders
• play a leading role in school improvement and self-evaluation
• promote a culture of inclusion within the school where all views are valued and taken into account
• be an excellent role model, exemplifying a high standard of teaching and learning and promoting high expectations for all students and staff
• support the process for monitoring and evaluation of teaching and learning throughout the school
• build a collaborative learning culture within the Federation and beyond to establish effective learning communities and partnerships
• undertake a 0.4 (2 day) teaching commitment, as relevant to the role and directed by the Head of School
Our school offers:
• an opportunity to work with our fantastic pupils and staff team!
• a happy and caring community that always puts our pupils first
• a highly motivated staff team who are committed to getting the very best outcomes for our pupils
• excellent opportunities to further develop your leadership skills and career pathway
• a commitment to continuing professional development
• a strong and supportive Governing Body
• a culture of promoting positive mental health and wellbeing through a well-planned strategy
  
  The Federation comprises two special schools and one 19-25 specialist College in Birmingham. The schools are LA maintained, whilst the College is an Independent Specialist Provider, with its own Board of Trustees. The College is in a soft Federation with the two schools.
Victoria School Victoria School is an all age 2-19 special school based in Northfield; supporting pupils with cognition and learning needs, profound and multiple learning disabilities (PMLD), physical disabilities and complex medical health and learning needs. We cater for 228 pupils and are extremely proud of our provision and whole school community. Victoria College Victoria College is based on the same site in Northfield. We support young people with PMLD and complex medical and health needs. The college opened in 2013 and we have 31 learners on roll. Cherry Oak School Cherry Oak is a Primary Special School for children aged 4-11 years and is based in Selly Oak. There are currently 112 pupils on roll. Our pupils have Speech, Language and Communication Difficulties and/or Cognition and Learning Difficulties. Approximately half of our pupils are diagnosed as being on the Autism Spectrum. The Federation's vision is to 'inspire and empower students through collaborative working and to promote their holistic development." Our values statement is "We R.I.S.E Together - Respect, Inspire, Support, Empower". The Board of Governors is seeking to appoint an inspirational Assistant Headteacher to join our committed staff team and to work in collaboration with the Executive Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team., Working for Birmingham City Council is more than just a job; it's about making life better for the 1 million plus people who live and work in the city., The Council is a fantastic place to work. You will find an organisation that is both challenging and supportive; with a leadership impatiently adventurous in its pursuit of excellence. There is a clear vision which is ensuring that the Council is working for communities today and building for tomorrow, we focus our resources on five key priorities:
• A Prosperous Birmingham: through a focus on inclusive economic growth, tackling unemployment, attracting inward investment, and maximising the benefits of the Commonwealth Games.
• An Inclusive Birmingham: through a focus on tackling poverty and inequality, empowering citizens, promoting diversity and civic pride, and supporting and enabling all children and young people to thrive.
• A Safe Birmingham: through a focus on making the city safer, safeguarding vulnerable citizens, increasing affordable housing, and tackling homelessness.
• A Healthy Birmingham: through a focus on tackling health inequalities, encouraging physical activity and healthy living, supporting mental health, and improving outcomes for adults with disabilities and older people.
• A Green Birmingham: through a focus on street cleanliness, improving air quality, continuing the route to net zero, and becoming a city of nature.
We see the Council's role as providing strategic leadership - that's being able to visualise a new future for the city and equipping others to share our vision. We want to ensure the provision of services for all, so we can support those least able to support themselves by working with partners and putting citizens and neighbourhoods at the heart of our decision-making. We are always looking for people who put the customer at the centre of their approach, with a commitment to excellence to help us achieve our vision. We will support you to develop and thrive in your role, building a pathway for long-term success, with lots of development opportunities, such as apprenticeships.

In return, we offer you excellent terms and conditions, generous annual leave, a great pension scheme, well-being support, annual travel passes and discounts at a number of city centre establishments.