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Are you an aspirational and dedicated leader with a passion for inclusive education? Do you have the expertise to drive outstanding SEND provision and lead Safeguarding across the school while supporting staff development and whole-school improvement? If so, we would love to hear from you! At Nansen Primary School we are looking for a committed assistant head teacher - SEND leader and a lead DSL to take strategic responsibility for Special Educational Needs, Disabilities (SEND) provision and Safeguarding across our school, including the resource base coming to our school in September. This is a non-class-based leadership role, but will include some teaching responsibilities as required. As a valued member of our Senior Leadership Team (SLT), you will work closely with the head teacher, deputy head teacher, and specialist staff to ensure that every pupil, particularly those with additional needs, thrives in our supportive and inclusive learning environment. About the Role: As Assistant Head Teacher - SEND Leader and Lead DSL you will:

• lead and strategically develop SEND provision, ensuring high-quality teaching, learning, and pastoral care for all pupils with additional needs
• oversee the forthcoming resource base- ensuring that pupils with autism receive specialist support and an inclusive, aspirational curriculum
• keep a strategic overview of our additional specialist enhanced provision hub for children with complex needs
• be the school's SENCO, leading on EHCP processes, intervention strategies, and multi-agency working with external specialists such as speech and language therapists
• provide high-quality training and professional development for staff on inclusive teaching strategies and SEND best practice
• be a key member of the senior leadership team, contributing to whole-school improvement and leading safeguarding as a lead DSL
• work closely with parents and carers, fostering strong relationships to support pupil progress and well-being
  
  We are seeking an inspirational leader with:
• proven experience in SEND leadership, including working as a SENCO or leading on inclusion in a primary setting
• a knowledge and understanding of leading safeguarding across the school with the support of 5 trained deputy safeguarding leads
• a track record of raising standards for pupils with SEND, including those with Autism and complex needs
• excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with staff, families, and external professionals
• the ability to motivate and develop staff, ensuring a school-wide commitment to inclusive education
• a strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
• a national award for SEN Coordination (NASENCO) or willingness to work towards it
  
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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:
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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.

Leadership scale 9 to 13 dependent on experience £60,644 to £66,919.00 annually (actual),
• a supportive and welcoming school with a strong commitment to inclusion and excellence
• an opportunity to lead and shape SEND and our forthcoming resource base, making a real impact on pupils' lives
• a collaborative and experienced leadership team, committed to professional growth and school improvement
• excellent CPD opportunities, including leadership development and SEND-focused training
• the chance to work in a forward-thinking Multi-Academy Trust, sharing best practice across schools, 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.