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Job Description
Job Title: Deputy Head Teacher
Location: Folkstone Kent
Salary:
Working Hours: Fulltime
Employment Type: Permanent
Service: Specialist Education
Service Users: Children aged 617 with SEMH Autism ADHD and other SEND
The School
An independent specialist school providing highquality therapeutic and childcentred education for boys and girls aged 6 to 17. Our students have Social Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and many also have Autism ADHD and communication difficulties.
We are a trauma and attachmentinformed organisation providing extensive therapeutic training and support for all staff. Our collaborative approach ensures that education therapy professionals parents/carers and local authority teams work together to achieve outstanding outcomes.
Who We Are Looking For
We are seeking a dedicated Deputy Head Teacher who embodies our ethos and is passionate about creating a supportive and engaging educational environment. You will work closely with our Regional Executive Head Teacher Head Teacher and a specialist Regional SENCO ensuring high standards of education and care. This role includes a teaching element.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage the school in alignment with our therapeutic and childcentred approach
Collaborate with external agencies to influence lasting change
Drive the quality of education alongside a dedicated leadership team
Teach a subject specialism to GCSE or equivalent vocational level
Qualifications & Experience
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
Proven track record of good or outstanding teaching practice
Ability to teach a subject specialism to GCSE or vocational level
Experience in crisis management and working with SEMH students
Strong leadership and communication skills
Experience in implementing an engaging and creative curriculum
Proven ability to work with hardtoreach or disengaged families
Why Join Us
Competitive salary
Staff laptop & mobile phone
Small class sizes with specialist TA support
Extensive training & professional qualifications
Enhanced occupational sickness scheme
Flexible pension scheme
Employee benefit service discounts on high street shops restaurants and wellbeing services
Regular therapeutic and supportive supervision
Be part of an expanding national organisation that recognises talent and develops leadership teams
Safeguarding & Equal Opportunities
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All staff must hold or be willing to obtain an Enhanced DBS check. Social media checks and due diligence will be conducted.
Compass Community Schools are an equalopportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to support our children and young people.
Sponsorship is not available for this role.
Individuals with only CQC experience and who have not worked in an Ofstedregistered childrens home will not be considered.
How to Apply
If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people apply today! Click the apply button or contact us for more information.
For more information or a confidential chat email us at .
Employment Type
Full-Time
