Job Description

A unique opportunity has arisen within Cascade. We are appointing a Head of School for our purpose built SEMH school in Hull. We believe this is the opportunity for a current teacher with responsibilities to grow with Cascade to an aspiring position of Assistant Headteacher.

Cascade are an innovative company with multiple Outstanding homes, CQC & Ofsted Regulated, at the forefront of expansion to provide excellence throughout multiple counties. We provide unique opportunities of bespoke education to meet the needs of our pupils with specialised staff providing outstanding educational experiences within a safe, stimulating and rich learning environment.

Our School Values and Ethos

Care for and respect themselves, others and the environment Achieving beyond previous expectations, experiencing success Know how to make safe choices Be able to read and write so they can communicate consistently with an increased vocabulary linked to experiences Acquire maths and computing skills Be active, immersing themselves in the community and the outdoors Embrace their uniqueness and engage in the diversity of British Values Enjoy attending school and making decisions independently with the skills to access the next stage of their lives
Felix House is a brand new build Residential School for 6 pupils and further placements for 6 day pupils to attend from the ages of 7 - 18 years old. The education provided within Felix House will match those targets of the National Curriculum with underpinned targeted interventions to ensure all pupils Unique Starting Points and gaps within learning are addressed. We believe everyone has the right to an inclusive education in line with the Equality Act 2010.

Cascade currently have residential homes within the Norwich and Withernsea area providing Adult Education to those who reside, one childrens home with onsite Education, one school specialising in Autism & Severe Learning Difficulties and a Forest on the outskirts of Norwich also available for education.

Cascade believe in Lifelong 24 hour Learning, with this in mind our cohort of pupils will begin education at KS2, progressing through KS3 & KS4 to then our Cascade College. It will be the Trainee Deputies to support this transition throughout their education. Opportunities for Alternative provisions and enrichment through Learning Outside the Classroom will be sought from the Assistant Headteacher.

The successful applicant will support the current Head of School to lead a team of Education staff within the school, liaise with Bright House School Norwich, Including onsite visits as requested and work closely with the Registered Home Managers, Parents and Carers to support the needs of the children.

The Assistant Headteacher will support the Head of School working closely with the

Cascade Group Managers to build on the sustainability of the pupils futures. Within the Cascade Group specialised Health & Wellbeing Leads provide a holistic approach to ensure these skills are embedded throughout; cooking skills, oral health, fitness, mental health support and overall well being of both the pupils and staff.

It is desirable for the candidate to have the following qualities

Lead in a positive and constructive way Be compassionate & empathetic Be confident in practice Support the Head of School to direct and manage the school, developing and implementing the Schools Improvement Plan Teach and educate pupils according to their individual needs, abilities and attainment levels Manage staff, resources and budgets. Overseeing the curriculum & data trawls Ensuring all legislation and standards are met in line with the registration of an independent school with the Department for Education.
It is desirable, but not essential for the successful candidate to hold a National Professional Qualification for senior leadership NPQL, however, if not, Cascade is prepared to fund the right candidate through this qualification.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Support the Head of School and play a lead role driving the aims and objectives of the school Promote the safeguarding and welfare of all pupils Monitor and evaluate the performance of teaching staff Monitor teaching and learning activities to meet the needs of pupils with SEMH/SEND Support the Head of School to implement and update the School Improvement Plan Organise appropriate training activities, encourage and support staff in their development and training Support the vision, ethos and policies of the school which secure effective teaching, successful learning and promote high levels of achievement and self-esteem for all pupils Ensure that British Values are promoted throughout the school Embed and meet the needs of the pupils EHCP's Liaise with Professionals to implement specialised support Attend EHCP & PEP reviews Participate in school assemblies and promote SMSC throughout the school Record absenteeism of staff Conduct staff supervisions and appraisals Monitor behaviour and attendance of pupils Manage lesson observations and walkabouts Work in conjunction with The School Advisory Board Support and develop strong working relationships with outside agencies and stakeholders Liaise with parents and carers concerning student progress and concerns Analyse and interpret local and national data on SEND, Autism and Mental Health Collect, interpret and make use of assessment data to improve practice Embed CPD sessions and oversee staff development Contribute to the monitoring of the Independent School Standards Communicate with the Director of Compliance, Director of Education, School Advisory Board Members, Education Team, Parents and professional external support services
The above responsibilities are subject to review and may be modified in the light of personal or professional development and changing school needs.

Felix House School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people; we ensure that the highest priority is given to following the 'Keeping Children Safe in Education' (2023) regulations to safeguard them.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 38,500.00-46,200.00 per year

Additional pay:

Bonus scheme Performance bonus
Benefits:

Company events Company pension Discounted or free food Free parking On-site parking Private medical insurance Referral programme Sick pay
Work Location: In person