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ROLE SUMMARY:
Fulham Seniors is part of Fulham School; an independent, co-educational school for children from Reception upwards. Co-education and celebrating diverse abilities across academic, creative and sporting pursuits are at the heart of all we do.
Our campuses are located in the heart of Fulham and well connected to public transport routes.
We offer a broad education where diverse abilities are recognised, celebrated and given fullest expression; this has been at the core of our ethos since the School was founded. Our curriculum encourages the development of creative, problem-solving individuals with tenacity, kindness and secure self-worth; Fulham has always set out to bring out the best in every pupil and we are committed to continuing this unusually nurturing culture.
We have high expectations at Fulham and this, in turn, encourages our pupils to be involved and inquisitive and to show ambition both in and out of the classroom; this type of confidence, social awareness and open approach to life-long learning is needed to succeed not just in their next academic steps, but in a fast-changing and increasingly challenging world.
The same ambition holds true for our staff team. Being a part of the Inspired network of 100+ schools means that there are always colleagues and connections on hand for advice, inspiration and collaboration. Teachers are expected to play a full role in the pastoral and extracurricular life of the school.
We are looking for a committed, passionate and enthusiastic Deputy Head of Fulham Seniors to join the school in September 2024. The role will be based at the Senior site as well. We are developing our facilities and curriculum, so there is a real opportunity to play a role in how our provision takes shape.
Fulham School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo a number of safeguarding checks including an enhanced DBS check, reference checks from previous employers and, where applicable, Barred List and Prohibition checks.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- To uphold and enable the School’s ethos.
- To deputise for the Head as required, both within the school community and with external communities.
- To keep the Head (and more widely the Executive) advised of any issues that need addressing.
- To be adaptable in playing a leadership role in the small senior school.
- To take a share of line management of staff in Seniors (as agreed with Head) including their appraisal.
- To oversee operational aspects of Seniors- duties, assemblies, logistics for events (such as carol service, end of term celebrations, etc.), transport, parents’ events, visitors in school, fire drills, etc.
- To oversee implementation of House activities and PSHE in Senior.
- To assist in the interviewing of candidates for the appointment of staff across the school as part of Leadership.
- To play a role in the Induction of new staff and be the Senior’s lead for ECT.
- To play a role as part of Leadership in monitoring compliance with regulations regarding safeguarding as required by government statute and/or ISI.
Academic Responsibilities
- To support the Head in monitoring and evaluating the quality of teaching and standards of pupils’ achievement to sustain high expectations in learning and behaviour; this includes oversight of baseline data as required .
- Be an example of excellence as an experienced teacher, inspiring and motivating other staff.
- To work with the data manager to ensure reporting policies and deadlines are effectively implemented in Senior.
Pastoral Responsibilities
- To assist the Head in implementing the School’s Strategic Development Plan, taking responsibility for key pastoral targets.
- To be a DDSL.
- To oversee individual children's placement, progress and promotion through the School.
- To oversee day-to-day discipline and sanctions and support the Head of Senior in more major cases.
- To work with the SENCO to identify children with special educational needs, English as an additional language, as well as high prior attaining pupils, to ensure that their needs are being met within the school's general curriculum.
- To monitor individual pupil progress, meet with parents, and support key staff to meet with parents and discuss matters of academic concern.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:
Qualifications
- Educated to degree level or equivalent
- Minimum GCSE or Equivalent in English and Mathematics
- Further education qualification i.e. Masters
Knowledge & Understanding
- Knowledge and understanding of Key Stage 2 & 3
- Knowledge and understanding of 11+ and Common Entrance
- Knowledge of safeguarding practices and rigour in following these procedures
- A commitment to professional development of self and others
Skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills. Ability to work both collaboratively and independently. Self-motivated, dynamic and able to use initiative
- Excellent organisational and administrative skills – ability to plan, prioritise and manage a varied workload
- High standards in all aspects of professional conduct (including attendance and punctuality)
Experience
- Experience of working in an educational environment
- Experience of working with Key Stage 2 or 3
- Can demonstrate evidence of successful leadership and management experience
- Experience of being a Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead and able to apply and use up to date knowledge in Child Protection and Safeguarding
Personal Attributes
- Capacity to inspire, with a positive, pro-active ‘can do’ attitude
- Ability to engage and motivate young people
- Ability to be able to listen effectively and be sensitive to others
- Ability to manage own workload, to cope well under pressure and meet deadlines
- Recognition of the importance of personal responsibility for health and safety
- Demonstrable commitment to the safeguarding of pupils and child protection
- Demonstrable commitment to equal opportunities
- Commitment to the School’s ethos, aim’s and whole community
SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT
Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.
School Application Form
Please download and fill in School Application and attach this during application process.
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