Deputy Headteacher / Head of Jewish Studies
London Borough of Brent. Salary dependent on experience. Closing date: Friday 10th February 2017
Deputy Headteacher / Head of Jewish Studies
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Deputy Headteacher with specific responsibility for Jewish Studies and Assessment at Gesher, a new independent Jewish SEN School, opening in September 2017 in the London Borough of Brent. We are seeking to appoint an outstanding and inspirational leader who, together with the Headteacher, has the ambition and drive to move the school through its opening phase to develop and sustain success as an innovative and exemplary SEN school. An ability to lead on Jewish Studies is a must, but an interest in data analysis and assessment would also be advantageous.
Gesher is a SEN school with a specialist focus on Autism Spectrum Conditions. Our curriculum is therapy based and we have a team approach to supporting the school. We are a dedicated and passionate team that are working towards opening an Outstanding SEN School with strong links to a local mainstream school and the wider community.
Job Description, Person Specification and Application details are available from:
https://gesherschool.com/join-us/ or send an email directly to hello@gesherschool.com
Salary dependent on experience.
Closing date: Friday 10th February 2017
Interview date: Week commencing 20th February 2017
Gesher School is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
This post is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure.
We are an equal opportunities employer.
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