Deputy Headteacher

Bader Academy is a special school which opened in September 2020, and which provides 130 places for children and young people, aged 5-19, who have an Education, Health and Care Plan with a primary diagnosis of Communication and Interaction Difficulties and/or ASD.

Our ambition and yours will be that Bader is a centre of excellence for both the specialist provision and for promoting the latest inclusive practices across education.

Our children and young people at Bader deserve an education that will change their lives and give them the opportunity to fulfil their potential. Staff employed in our Academy Trust enjoy a fulfilling career and we focus on releasing your potential and maximising your impact.

This is an exciting opportunity to join an award winning Multi Academy Trust and be part of a welcoming and supportive team that serves amazing children and young people. Nexus Multi Academy Trust was founded in 2016, with 21 academies, 20 unique SEND special and 1 mainstream academies.

We are a growing, forward thinking and innovative Trust with a shared ethos, vision and values for a personalised child centred approach. We are committed and invested in “Learning together, to be the best we can be” and it is as relatable to every employee and partner of our Trust as it is to our children, young adults and their families.

Please see a copy of our most recent prospectus, for further information.

We are looking to appoint an inspirational and highly motivated Deputy Headteacher to work alongside the Headteacher and wider Trust leadership team to secure the very best education and outcomes for all pupils.

We are seeking an experienced senior leader with a strong understanding of teaching and learning, curriculum development, assessment and pupil progress, who can use evidence and data to drive school improvement and secure high standards. You will contribute to strategic planning, monitor and evaluate the quality of provision, challenge underperformance and ensure effective support and intervention are in place.

You will be a visible and supportive leader who can develop and motivate staff, lead change and build strong working relationships across the school community. A commitment to safeguarding, inclusion, pupil wellbeing and partnership working will be essential.

Candidates are strongly encouraged to visit Bader Academy to find out more information, prior to interview. To arrange a visit please contact Kirsty Binks, Headteacher, by email: baderacademy.

Wellbeing – Pay – Careers and Training – Annual Leave and Flexibility

• Access to free wellbeing support resources including counselling, medical and legal advice and an option to top up to private healthcare via corporate membership of a healthcare plan.
• Access to discount schemes for savings with high street retailers, restaurants, activities and lifestyle services
• Auto enrolment into a leading pension scheme with Teachers Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme
• Access to extensive and tailored career pathways, CPD programmes, training and coaching giving you the opportunity to grow and develop your career
• An Induction package to help you settle in and approach your role with confidence and enthusiasm
• The ability to contribute to and share quality practice with other professional TAs, Teachers and the wider team
• Internal opportunities across the Trust academies and to work with specialised leaders in education on nationally recognised projects
• Flexible working policies
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Annual leave increases based on length of service plus bank holidays for support staff

For an informal and confidential conversation about the role, please contact…