Assistant Director of Education (Strategic Lead for SEND) Required
Leadership L18 – L27
Permanent, Full-Time
Hybrid – based at home but must be able to travel to all schools within the Trust
We are looking for an inspirational practitioner within SEN. This new role has been created and offering exciting opportunities to be part of a large successful Multi- Academy Trust in the South West Region.
With 42 schools and over 8,000 pupils, BWMAT is a large Multi-academy Trust. We are a strong Trust and looking to expand our central team with an outstanding leader who can bring nationally recognised expertise to our SEND and Disadvantaged agenda. We strive for all our children to be the best version of themselves through the delivery of our Education Strategy.
The role:
The role can be described as school improvement and strategic system leadership. The candidate will be accountable for the performance of the Trust’s SEND and Disadvantaged agenda. They will also develop and provide strategic oversight to BWMAT’s overall SEND strategy and our Disadvantaged strategy whilst playing a key role in school improvement 0-16.
The role would suit a candidate with outstanding leadership experience as a Headteacher, Executive Headteacher, NLE or with comparable experience linked to specific expertise (e.g. HMI, Adviser, LA, Systems Leader), in rapidly raising standards.
About us:
Our academies are located across the South West covering three Local Authorities (Somerset, North Somerset and Bath and North East Somerset). We are looking for an excellent practitioner to support the development of SEND from our 0-2 settings through to the end of Key Stage 4.
As a BWMAT employee, you will receive access to an employee assistance programme as well as excellent opportunities for career progression and access to bespoke CPD from the Central Team to enhance your professional growth.
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The Trust welcomes applications from all, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, age or sexual orientation.
We are seeking an Assistant Director of Education (Strategic Lead for SEND) who:
- Has a strong vision for inclusion and equity, and is aspirational for every pupil in every school
- Is committed to SEND and wants to make a positive difference Trust wide
- Successfully engages, inspires and develops people
- Leads with integrity and is able to reflect on personal development and growth. Has the ability to inspire and influence leaders at all levels.
- Is resilient and confident, who does not shy away from difficult conversations.
- Is committed to collaboration and trust-wide working.
We can offer you:
- An exciting opportunity for support and development in the next phase of your career
- Committed and enthusiastic staff, who are keen to get the best for the pupils
- Experienced and committed governors
- A great team of colleagues who share a passion for SEND with whom to collaborate and share best practice
- Great support from an effective MAT central team
- High quality CPD to develop your leadership skills
Please view the application pack found under supporting documents for more information about the role and working with the Trust.
Closing date: 10:00am Friday 19th April 2024
Shortlisting date: Monday 22th April 2024
Interview dates: Friday 26th April 2024
This post will commence in September 2024
Bath & Wells MAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.