Recruitment Pack Eaton Hall and Great Yarmouth Free School-528

EATON HALL SPECIALIST ACADEMY GREAT YARMOUTH FREE SCHOOL HEAD OF SCHOOL DEPUTY HEADTEACHER ASSISTANT HEADTEACHERS PRIMARY AND SECONDARY Candidate Information Pack Eaton Hall Specialist Academy Pettus Road Norwich Norfolk NR4 7BU 01603 457800 www.eatonhallacademey.co.uk Boudica Schools Trust, Sewell Park Academy, St Clements Hill, Norwich NR3 4BX, Company Number: 08282834 Website: https://www.bschoolstrust.co.uk/ Telephone: 01603 937303 Dear Applicant, Boudica Schools Trust will be opening a new special school in September 2021 as a sister school to Eaton Hall Specialist Academy in Norwich, which has been rated as Outstanding for the last 12 years, with its last full Ofsted inspection in 2018 As part of this exciting development the leadership structures of both schools have been developed to mirror one another and reflect the needs of both schools For these reasons we are looking to appoint the following roles across both schools Head of School Pay Range Salary Range* Residential Allowance** Start Date Eaton Hall L13 - L18 £56,721 - £63,508 £6,695 September 2021 Great Yarmouth Free School L15 - L20 £59,581 - £67,364 £7,369 April 2021 Deputy Headteacher Pay Range Salary Range* Residential Allowance** Start Date Eaton Hall L8 - L12 £50,151 - £55,338 £5,686 September 2021 Great Yarmouth Free School L10 - L14 £52,723 - £58,135 £6,139 April 2021 Assistant Headteacher Primary Pay Range Salary Range* Residential Allowance** Start Date Eaton Hall Great Yarmouth Free School L3 - L7 £44,331 - £49,019 £4,686 September 2021 L5 - L9 £46,566 - £51,402 £5,156 September 2021 Assistant Headteacher Secondary Pay Range Salary Range* Residential Allowance** Start Date Eaton Hall Great Yarmouth Free School L3 - L7 £44,331 - £49,019 £4,686 September 2021 L5 - L9 £46,566 - £51,402 £5,156 To be confirmed based on pupil numbers 0.8 - 1.0 *Salary ranges as per Standard Teachers Pay and Conditions Document effect from September 2020 **This allowance reflects the additional leadership responsibilities associated with the residential element for a proportion of pupils at both schools, however there is no overnight working requirement for any of these roles As an employer of choice, the Trust is happy to consider part and full time applications Both schools are residential special schools for boys from KS1-KS4 with significant social, emotional and mental health needs The multi-educational team consists of care staff, Teachers and TAs who facilitate the schools' twin aims of re-integrating pupils into their home environment and when appropriate mainstream school Eaton Hall has 54 pupils on roll and the new school in Gt Yarmouth will eventually take up to 88 pupils Boudica Schools Trust, Sewell Park Academy, St Clements Hill, Norwich NR3 4BX, Company Number: 08282834 Website: https://www.bschoolstrust.co.uk/ Telephone: 01603 937303 Candidates are invited to submit applications making clear which of the posts and which of the two schools they are interested in Applications are welcome showing interest in more than one post and one or both of the schools Please ensure you make this clear in your application This is an opportunity for someone wishing to be part of a highly motivated team who strive for success and build on the schools' established high standards The successful applicant must be prepared to undergo any further training as requested by the Trust and will be subject to an enhanced disclosure through the Disclosure and Barring Service This post is likely to come under the requirements of the Childcare (Disqualification) 2009 Regulations, therefore you will be required to complete a declaration form to establish whether disqualified under these regulations An informal discussion with Director of Inclusion of the two schools, Keith Bates, and visit (by appointment) to Eaton Hall is encouraged Please contact Theresa Colby on 01603 457480 for an appointment if you wish to visit Eaton Hall For a recruitment pack including job descriptions and person specifications please click the below link Closing Date: Friday 13th November at 9.00 am Interview Day will take place over two days during the week commencing 23rd November 2020 The exact days will be dependent on the roles applied for Curriculum Intent Our curriculum is cemented in the belief and confidence that our students are bale to learn and are capable, over time, of becoming happy, successful and self-fulfilling adults We know that our pupils come to us with different challenged and starting points, yet our core responsibility to them all is to diminish learning barriers, increase knowledge, teach positive behaviour and enhance skills and understanding, build self-esteem, confidence, strength and resilience, character and virtues Our rich, varied and engaging curriculum provides substantial opportunities for personal development, bonded by dependable relationships Vision Statement Our vision is to improve life chances of all our pupils We look to achieve this by addressing pupils’ social and emotional wellbeing All elements of teaching and learning have these needs at their heart We aim to restore equilibrium to the child and family, return the child to the home setting and, where appropriate, to mainstream education Boudica Schools Trust, Sewell Park Academy, St Clements Hill, Norwich NR3 4BX, Company Number: 08282834 Website: https://www.bschoolstrust.co.uk/ Telephone: 01603 937303 Teaching Leadership Structure Keith Bates Director of Inclusion Assistant Head: Primary L3 - L7 FT Allowance: £4,686 Head of School L13 - L18 FT Allowance: £6,695 Head of School L15 - L20 FT Allowance: £7,369 Deputy Head L8 - L12 FT Allowance: £5,686 Deputy Head L10 - L14 FT Allowance: £6,139 Assistant Head: Secondary L3 - L7 FT Allowance: £4,686 Assistant Head: Primary L5 - L9 FT Allowance: £5,156 Eaton Hall Specialist Academy *Assistant Head: Secondary L5 - L9 FT Allowance: £5,156 Great Yarmouth Specialist School *The Assistant Head Secondary role at the Great Yarmouth Specialist School will be recruited at a future date in line with increasing pupil numbers Boudica Schools Trust, Sewell Park Academy, St Clements Hill, Norwich NR3 4BX, Company Number: 08282834 Website: https://www.bschoolstrust.co.uk/ Telephone: 01603 937303 JOB PROFILE FOR HEAD OF SCHOOL POST TITLE: Head of School RESPONSIBLE TO: Director of Inclusion POSTHOLDER: Context and Purpose particular to the role: The Head of School will support the Director of Inclusion and the Deputy Head in the leadership and management of the school She/he will carry out his/her professional duties with due regard to the provisions in the School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document and within the range of teacher’s duties set out in that document, the policies and requirements of the Board of Directors and current education and employment legislation Eaton Hall Specialist Academy has chosen to mirror these requirements for all staff The Head of School is accountable to the Director of Inclusion for the standards achieved and the conduct, leadership, management and administration within the scope of their specific areas of responsibility This job description is subject to annual review and may be renegotiated and modified in response to the changing needs of the Academy The core purpose of this role is: The Head of School will work alongside the Director of Inclusion and Deputy Headteacher to provide professional leadership and management of the Academy To achieve success for all members of the Academy community within a culture of continuous innovation and rigorous review, the Head of School will: ● ● ● ● ● ● ● Support the Director of Inclusion and Deputy Headteacher by contributing to vision, leadership and direction Promote excellence, equality and high expectations of all children in both academic and extracurricular achievements Deploy resources effectively to achieve Eaton Hall Specialist Academy’s aims and to support and develop its distinctive ethos as part of the Boudica Trust Evaluate performance and identify priorities for continuous improvement Carry out day-to-day management, organisation and administration Create a safe and productive learning environment that is engaging and fulfilling for all students and staff Exploit modern technologies and education initiatives to enhance achievement Key Responsibilities ● ● ● ● ● Main purpose Managing finance and resources effectively to maximize their use and value, including the effective management of the Trust’s pay policy for this School To provide strong, innovative and collaborative leadership with the Director of Inclusion To fulfil the duties of a Head of School in accordance with the School’s vision in promoting effective learning for all children To work in partnership with the Director of Inclusion and the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) in providing the vision and leadership to create, maintain and develop the conditions which enable children and all staff to achieve the highest standards in learning To work collaboratively with other School leaders as appropriate Boudica Schools Trust, Sewell Park Academy, St Clements Hill, Norwich NR3 4BX, Company Number: 08282834 Website: https://www.bschoolstrust.co.uk/ Telephone: 01603 937303 Main duties and responsibilities ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● To ensure that the entitlement of all children is met through inclusion in all areas of school life including residential aspects To take an active role in children’s social, emotional and educational development To ensure positive behaviour management strategies supporting all children’s social and emotional aspects of learning To actively contribute to the policies and aspirations of the School, providing inspiration and support to the ongoing development of an outstanding School To provide for the learning experiences of all children and staff across the School and use the outcomes effectively to improve learning for all To lead by example demonstrating an enthusiastic approach to the development of a personalised and innovative whole School curriculum To lead areas of strategic planning which identifies priorities and targets for ensuring that children achieve high standards and make progress, increasing teachers’ effectiveness and securing School improvement To lead the School’s effective use of assessment and target setting to track underachieving children and support the staff in planning for intervention To coordinate the induction of students, volunteers and any visitors to the School To support, develop and challenge newly qualified teachers during their induction period To work in partnership with the Director of Inclusion regarding the effective deployment of physical resources To work in partnership with the Director of Inclusion to recruit staff of the highest quality To support the Director of Inclusion in the efficient deployment of all staff To lead and manage staff ensuring effective use is made of time, e.g rotas and responsibilities To work in partnership with the Director of Inclusion in ensuring that policies and practices take account of national, local and school data and inspection and research findings To work in partnership with the Director of Inclusion and SLT in monitoring, evaluating and reviewing the effects of policies, priorities and targets through classroom observations and planning To communicate effectively at all levels with children staff, parents, Directors, outside agencies and the local community To act as line manager for the purposes of Performance Management of appropriate staff To attend and lead School Governance meetings and prepare reports in conjunction with the Director of Inclusion as appropriate Leading and managing staff Leading the senior leadership team to manage the School effectively on a day to day basis, promoting good relationships, resolving differences and ensuring professional development and learning Strengthening the School community by sustaining a safe, secure, inclusive and healthy learning environment, building effective relationships with parents and all members of the School and wider community To be responsible for leading and developing colleagues’ performance so as to maximise the progress of all children To create, maintain and enhance effective working relationships amongst all members of the School community To set targets, monitor performance and review the progress of staff according to the Performance Management cycle of the School To lead curriculum initiatives that supports the development of enriched and innovative experiences Learning and teaching Leading learning and teaching by promoting and achieving high standards of learning and attainment of all the School students, monitoring progress and driving continuous improvement Boudica Schools Trust, Sewell Park Academy, St Clements Hill, Norwich NR3 4BX, Company Number: 08282834 Website: https://www.bschoolstrust.co.uk/ Telephone: 01603 937303 ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● To teach within the framework of present and future School policies, paying particular attention to the policies for equality, safeguarding of children, special educational needs and behaviour for learning To follow all assessment procedures in line with the School policies and guidelines To plan and prepare both long and short term work for the needs of each individual To monitor the children’s progress through rigorous tracking procedures that evaluates progress and achievement To communicate and consult with families of children, reporting to families following the School’s procedures Academy ethos Diligently exercise your powers and perform the duties assigned to you by the Director of Inclusion, (including your own teaching duties), and lead for the School in shaping the future of the School by working with the Director of Inclusion to develop a collaborative vision, which embraces excellence, high standards and inclusion, and implementing the development plan drawn from that vision To foster in the children a sense of responsibility and caring towards the facilities of the School and its environment To establish and maintain good relationships with colleagues, children and families To plan and develop a classroom environment which will be stimulating and conducive to a range of activities and promotes a variety of learning styles Staff development ● ● ● ● ● ● To plan and implement shared professional development – in consultation with the Director of Inclusion – offering guidance, support and advice to colleagues in this area To attend appropriate courses, disseminating information, keeping staff updated on developments Resources Devote the whole of your time, attention and abilities to the business of the Trust Except with the prior written approval of the Director of Inclusion not carry out work for any other employer To audit and order resources, monitor funds linked to the School Improvement Plan and within the financial policies and procedures of the ‘Boudica’ Trust To ensure that the procedures for the storage and use of resources are efficient and effective in supporting the work of the Academy Every effort has been made to explain the main duties and responsibilities of this post, however, each individual task undertaken may not be explicitly identified You will be expected to comply with any reasonable request from the Director of Inclusion to undertake work of a similar level not specified in this Job Description Eaton Hall Specialist Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment Boudica Schools Trust, Sewell Park Academy, St Clements Hill, Norwich NR3 4BX, Company Number: 08282834 Website: https://www.bschoolstrust.co.uk/ Telephone: 01603 937303 JOB DESCRIPTION POST TITLE: Deputy Headteacher RESPONSIBLE TO: Head of School POSTHOLDER: PRIMARY REQUIREMENTS AND FUNCTIONS: ● The Deputy Headteacher shall carry out professional duties in accordance with Statutory School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document and the professional duties of a school teacher, including those duties particularly assigned by the Head of School in accordance with the School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document ● To assist the Head of School in all areas of responsibility and in the absence of the Head of School and to the extent required by the Governors, undertake the professional duties of the Head of School ● Undertake any professional duty of the Head of School which may be delegated by the Head of School, in accordance with the School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document MAIN PROFESSIONAL DUTIES Management ● To deputise for the Head of School in their absence ● To be a member of the Senior Leadership Team and carry out such responsibilities as relates to the operation of the school ● To attend weekly Senior Leadership Meetings ● To assist the Head of School in supervisory duties ● To be responsible for the school day; to allocate duties and responsibilities to staff, duty rotas including the deployment of staff, rooms and other resources To provide a visible and effective staff support role during the day including areas of disciplinary and control nature ● ● To have a general responsibility for multi-disciplined teams within the school This includes being on call at weekends where required ● To assist the Head of School, together with the senior management team, in formulating attainable objectives for pupils and to outline a balanced programme in cooperation with all staff to take account of the educational and social needs of pupils ● To submit termly written reports to Governors updating them on the School’s involvement in the community and the effective use of pupil premium ● To be conversant with the work of the SENCO and in their absence the role will be overseen by the Head of School ● To work alongside the Head of School in contributing to the School’s SEF and then to monitor the additions to this throughout the year Boudica Schools Trust, Sewell Park Academy, St Clements Hill, Norwich NR3 4BX, Company Number: 08282834 Website: https://www.bschoolstrust.co.uk/ Telephone: 01603 937303 Curriculum ● To chair multi-disciplinary reviews on occasion and ensure that all staff reports are completed so that they are sent home promptly ● To develop and maintain an overview of case coordination with regard to all pupils, and ensure that regular discussions on those pupils’ overall progress are held between Teacher Tutor and Childcare Officers, for multi-disciplinary reviews where required ● To establish with the staff team appropriately high levels of expectation by setting down clear guidance for pupils for establishing good standards of behaviour and achievement within the School ● To coordinate the development of assessment of content and methods and the monitoring of academic standards ● Oversee that academic monitoring activities take place throughout the year in order to provide a clear picture of teaching and learning across the School as well as maintaining high standards of outcomes for pupils ● To coordinate academic data to achieve relevant School improvement profiles that are delivered to the Head of School ● To manage the School’s target setting and progress data procedures alongside the Assistant Headteachers These will include: o To work alongside Head of School on all new innovations pertinent to the School o To provide data analysis for the Head of School as and when required o To report to the Governors on the School’s progress and targets set each year Line Management ● To act as line manager to a group of teachers ● To carry out all responsibilities of a line manager including appraisal and supervision meetings ● To work alongside the Head of School in contributing to the School’s SEF and then to monitor the additions to this throughout the year Resources ● The planning and allocation of resources designed to facilitate the planned curriculum, including advising the Head of School on current/ anticipated needs for staff and other resources ● To assist with the preparation of the Residential Budget Staff Development ● To ensure that staff roles and areas of responsibility are clearly defined through regular staff meetings, discussions and Team Leader input into the Staff Support and Development Programme for support staff, for the purpose of informing personal professional development ● To offer formal Supervision to members of the staff team as delineated in the Staff Support and Development Programme Boudica Schools Trust, Sewell Park Academy, St Clements Hill, Norwich NR3 4BX, Company Number: 08282834 Website: https://www.bschoolstrust.co.uk/ Telephone: 01603 937303 ● In liaison with the Head of School to organise staff consultative meetings and school-based INSET and induction programmes for staff to the School General ● To maintain clear, effective and impartial communication between education, care and domestic staff, and the senior management teams ● To monitor objectively the quality of relationships between pupils, between staff and pupils, and between staff, with the constant aim of improvement ● To be conversant with, and work towards fulfilling the School’s aims and objectives as laid out in that policy document, and to liaise with care and teaching staff on all aspects of achieving the stated aims, objectives and therapeutic approach of the School ● To liaise with staff of all disciplines as necessary to promote cooperation within the School and ensure minimum disruption to the smooth running of the establishment ● To maintain good practice, be informed on current practice, and in liaison with the Head of School, implement changes in accordance with developments in the education field ● To be fully conversant with all Childcare Officers’ roles and responsibilities, and other areas of specialism within the School so as to be able to liaise and work effectively with colleagues ● To be conversant with the referral system for the placement of children at the School ● To have a sound knowledge of the Trust and how it is involved with the School ● To understand where the LA contributes to the work of the Academy ● To attend meetings as appropriate with the Governors and parents and to provide such reports and information as required ● To take part in the initial Norfolk Steps training and in addition to participate in advanced Norfolk Steps training as directed by the Head of School ● To be the Senior Designated Safeguarding Lead WORKING TIME This job description allocates responsibilities and duties but does not direct the particular amount of time to be spent on carrying them out and no part of it may be so construed There are no definitive working time arrangements in the national conditions of employment REVIEW This job description will be reviewed at least once per year and may be subject to amendment or modification at any time after consultation with the postholder It is not a comprehensive statement of procedures and tasks but sets out the main expectations of the school in relation to the post holders professional responsibilities and duties Boudica Schools Trust, Sewell Park Academy, St Clements Hill, Norwich NR3 4BX, Company Number: 08282834 Website: https://www.bschoolstrust.co.uk/ Telephone: 01603 937303 JOB DESCRIPTION POST TITLE: Assistant Headteacher RESPONSIBLE TO: Head of School POSTHOLDER: PRIMARY REQUIREMENTS AND FUNCTIONS: ● The Assistant Headteacher shall carry out professional duties and the professional duties of a school teacher including those duties particularly assigned by the Head of School as set out in the School Teachers Pay and Conditions Document ● To assist the Head of School in all areas of responsibility and in the absence of the Head of School and Deputy Headteacher, to the extent required by the Head of School and Governors, undertake the professional duties of the Head of School ● Undertake any professional duty of the Head of School which may be delegated by the Head of School, in accordance with the School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document MAIN PROFESSIONAL DUTIES Management ● To deputise for the Head of School and Deputy Headteacher in their absence ● To be a member of the Senior Leadership Team and carry out such responsibilities as relate to the operation of the school ● To attend weekly Senior Leadership Meetings in a liaison and advisory capacity ● To assist the Head of School in supervisory duties, including lunchtime supervision and in the absence of the Head of School and Deputy Headteacher ● To assist the Deputy Headteacher in the smooth operational running of the school; to allocate duties and responsibilities to staff, duty rotas including the deployment of staff, rooms and other resources ● To provide a visible and effective staff support role during the day including areas of disciplinary and control nature ● To have a general responsibility for multi-disciplined teams within the school This includes being on call at weekends where required ● To assist the Head of School, together with the senior management team, in formulating attainable objectives for pupils and to outline a balanced programme in cooperation with all staff to take account of the educational and social needs of pupils ● To attend Governors meetings once a year to update on work and responsibilities Curriculum Boudica Schools Trust, Sewell Park Academy, St Clements Hill, Norwich NR3 4BX, Company Number: 08282834 Website: https://www.bschoolstrust.co.uk/ Telephone: 01603 937303 ● To act as phase leader of either Primary or Secondary ● To be conversant with the work of the SENCO ● To coordinate the development of assessment of content and methods and the monitoring of academic standards ● Oversee that academic monitoring activities take place throughout the year in order to provide a clear picture of teaching and learning across the School as well as maintaining high standards of outcomes for pupils ● To coordinate academic data to achieve relevant School improvement profiles that are delivered to the Deputy Headteacher and Head of School ● To work alongside the Curriculum Managers on all new curriculum innovations pertinent to the school ● Monitor and evaluate assessment data across the School to identify issues for development ● To assist in the professional development of colleagues by involvement in relevant aspects of the school’s Staff Support and Development Programme ● To establish with the staff team appropriately high levels of expectation by setting down clear guidance for pupils for establishing good standards of behaviour and achievement within the School trends in pupil performance and Line Management ● To act as line manager to a group of teachers ● To carry out all responsibilities of a line manager including appraisal and supervision meetings ● To work alongside the Head of School in contributing to the School’s SEF and then to monitor the addition to this throughout the year Resources ● The planning and allocation of resources designed to facilitate the planned curriculum, including advising the Head of School on current/anticipated needs for staff and other resources ● To assist with the preparation of the curriculum budget Staff Development ● To ensure that staff roles and areas of responsibility are clearly defined through regular staff meetings, discussions and manager input into the Staff Support and Development Programme for support staff, for the purpose of informing personal professional development ● To offer formal Supervision to members of the staff team as delineated in the Staff Support and Development Programme ● In liaison with the Head of School to organise staff consultative meetings and school-based INSET and induction programmes for staff to the School Boudica Schools Trust, Sewell Park Academy, St Clements Hill, Norwich NR3 4BX, Company Number: 08282834 Website: https://www.bschoolstrust.co.uk/ Telephone: 01603 937303 General ● To maintain clear, effective and impartial communication between education, care and domestic staff, and the senior management teams ● To monitor objectively the quality of relationships between pupils, between staff and pupils, and between staff, with the constant aim of improvement ● To be conversant with, and work towards fulfilling the School’s aims and objectives as laid out in that policy document, and to liaise with care and teaching staff on all aspects of achieving the stated aims, objectives and therapeutic approach of the School ● To liaise with staff of all disciplines as necessary to promote cooperation within the School and ensure minimum disruption to the smooth running of the establishment ● ● To maintain good practice, be informed on current practice, and in liaison with the Head of School, implement changes in accordance with developments in the education field ● To be fully conversant with all Childcare Officers’ roles and responsibilities, and other areas of specialism within the School so as to be able to liaise and work effectively with colleagues ● To be conversant with the referral system for the placement of children at the School ● To have a sound knowledge of the Trust and how it is involved with the School ● To understand where the LA contributes to the work of the School ● To attend meetings as appropriate with the Governors and parents and to provide such reports and information as required ● To take part in the initial Norfolk Steps training and in addition to participate in advanced Norfolk Steps training as directed by the Head of School WORKING TIME This job description allocates responsibilities and duties but does not direct the particular amount of time to be spent on carrying them out and no part of it may be so construed There are no definitive working time arrangements in the national conditions of employment REVIEW This job description will be reviewed at least once per year and may be subject to amendment or modification at any time after consultation with the postholder It is not a comprehensive statement of procedures and tasks but sets out the main expectations of the school in relation to the post holders professional responsibilities and duties Boudica Schools Trust, Sewell Park Academy, St Clements Hill, Norwich NR3 4BX, Company Number: 08282834 Website: https://www.bschoolstrust.co.uk/ Telephone: 01603 937303 ... Keith Bates, and visit (by appointment) to Eaton Hall is encouraged Please contact Theresa Colby on 01603 457480 for an appointment if you wish to visit Eaton Hall For a recruitment pack including... Allowance: £5,156 Eaton Hall Specialist Academy *Assistant Head: Secondary L5 - L9 FT Allowance: £5,156 Great Yarmouth Specialist School *The Assistant Head Secondary role at the Great Yarmouth Specialist... experiences Learning and teaching Leading learning and teaching by promoting and achieving high standards of learning and attainment of all the School students, monitoring progress and driving continuous