Assistant Headteacher

The role involves taking strategic lead in the day-to-day operations for students with SEND, leading the Inclusion Team, liaising with outside partnerships and being a member of the Safeguarding Team as a Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL). You will also be an effective leader as a member of the Senior Leadership Team. St Richard’s CE Primary School is a small, welcoming school where children are encouraged to believe in themselves and be aspirational about their future lives. Our Christian values of Compassion, Courage, Forgiveness, Friendship, Perseverance and Respect are integral to school life and all we do. The school offers a friendly, nurturing and supportive learning environment with close links to St Richard’s Church next door. We are also part of the LDBS Academies Trust. If you would like to join our school community you will need to be: Passionate about teaching and learning Highly committed to strong outcomes for all An outstanding class teacher Highly motivated and able to motivate others Resilient and up for any challenge Nurturing Have excellent interpersonal skills and is a strong team player Willing to embrace and promote the school’s Christian ethos and values Committed to working with parents and the wider community Dedicated to inclusion to enable all children to flourish If you think that you possess the qualities needed to inspire our children to achieve their very best, then we would love to hear from you. Visits to the school are welcomed and encouraged. Please contact the school to make an appointment.