Family Team Manager/Dsl

Your new roleThis is a large and innovative broad-spectrum special school that currently caters for students 4-19 years old, with strong partnerships with parents/carers, local schools, colleges and community groups.It is our vision for learners to develop their curiosity while nurturing a love of learning.We also aim to support our students to become independent, safe and happy individuals. We are a school that is striving for excellence, which was recognised in our last Ofsted visit: "Leaders are taking well considered actions to address the weaknesses highlighted at the time of the previous inspection (Ofsted, 2023)."

• Can you inspire students and families?
• Are you excited about development and change?
• Do you want to be part of a vibrant and happy community?

We are looking for individuals to join us on our journey, if you answer yes to the three questions above, please contact us.We are seeking to appoint a qualified Family Team Manager/DSL with recent SEND experience to join our hard-working and dedicated staff team at Brooke School. The core purpose of the Family Team Manager DSL is to work effectively as a crucial part of the School's Management Team. Leading a multi-disciplinary group of skilled practitioners, the Family Team Manager/DSL would have responsibility for the effective delivery of high-quality services so that families achieve the best possible social, health and educational outcomes.The Family Manager/DSL will take lead responsibility for safeguarding and child protection across the school (including online safety). They will take part in strategy discussions and inter-agency meetings, and contribute to the assessment of children.They will advise and support other members of staff on child welfare, safeguarding and child protection matters, and liaise with relevant agencies such as the local authority and police.In return we can offer you:

• Strong, supportive leadership and a caring and enthusiastic staff team.
• A commitment to quality professional development.
• The opportunity to make a real difference to change the lives and futures of our children through strategic, thoughtful action.

Unity MATUnity MAT is an academy trust in which schools work together to improve the educational outcomes for children and young people under one shared charitable company. We do this through clear leadership and governance; we plan, support and improve outcomes resulting in the raising of standards across our academiesBy working in close partnership, Unity MAT aim to transform all our learners' lives. We recognise and celebrate different abilities, aptitudes and interests and believe that everyone can develop through dedication and hard work and leave our schools fully prepared for adulthood. What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

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