Howden School is excited to invite applications for an exceptional Assistant Headteacher (Specialist Provision and Inclusion) to join our ambitious and forward-thinking leadership team.  Howden School is part of The Consortium Academy Trust. We are ambitious about the future – creating learning environments and excellence in teaching and learning that provide our children and young people with the best chance at a successful future. Coupled with this is the commitment, care and investment in our people, who we believe are our greatest asset. If you are a passionate, strategic, and collaborative leader ready to make a lasting impact, this is an outstanding opportunity to take the next step in your leadership journey.

About the Role

The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in the strategic leadership of the school, providing effective leadership and management of Specialist Provision and Inclusion, including SEND. The postholder will lead the development of a specialist provision based within Howden School, alongside overseeing inclusion across the school.

Central to the role is driving improved outcomes for vulnerable learners, including students with SEND, through the design and implementation of a high-quality, robust, and responsive curriculum. The role also involves the rigorous monitoring and evaluation of initiatives, as well as strategic oversight of the Enhanced Resource Provision (ERP) and the remodelled Bridge provision.

Applicants must be either a qualified SENDCo or willing to undertake the qualification and should have a strong understanding of tailored curriculum design to meet diverse learner needs.

About You

We are seeking a dynamic, ambitious, and experienced leader who is an effective team player and committed to securing excellence for all students. As a key member of the Leadership Team, the Assistant Headteacher will actively champion and uphold the vision and values of Howden School and The Consortium Academy Trust, contributing to continuous school improvement and outstanding outcomes for every student.

What WE can Offer YOU

In return for your skills and experience, we provide a supportive and friendly environment to develop and thrive. We offer all staff access to an excellent pension (TPS); an excellent new staff induction programme; a commitment to high quality continued professional development; and free onsite car parking.

For an informal discussion about this post, please do not hesitate to contact Mrs Dawn Mumby, Operations Manager via 01430 430448.  For further information and how to apply for this position please visit the School website www.howdenschool.net

Diverse perspectives and experiences are critical to our success and we welcome applications from all people from all backgrounds with the experience and skills needed to perform this role.

 We want to make sure no one is put at a disadvantage during our recruitment process because of a disability, condition or impairment. To assist you with this, we will reduce or remove any barriers where possible and provide additional support where appropriate. If you need a change to be made so that you can make your application, you should contact our People Services team via vacancies@consortiumtrust.co.uk

You can complete the “Additional Requirements” section of your application form to tell us what changes or help you might need further on in the recruitment process.

The Consortium Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of all children and expects all staff to share this commitment. An appointment will be made subject to satisfactory references and enhanced DBS disclosure, in line with the usual terms and conditions of employment at The Consortium Academy Trust.