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We are thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity for an experienced and dynamic individual to join us at our SEMH Dunbroch school in Newmarket as a Assistant Head.

Position: Assistant Head (SEMH school)

Location: Newmarket, Suffolk

Hours: 40 hours per week, term time, permanent position

Salary Details: Up to 40,000 per annum 

Join us in shaping the future of education and making a difference in the lives of children and young people together, we will create a nurturing and inspiring learning environment where every student can thrive.

At Dunbroch School, we pride ourselves on valuing the individuality of each student – and the flexibility and adaptability of our staff make that possible. If you're passionate about education and ready to rediscover the joy of working in the classroom, we'd love to have you join our team.

We also take staff wellbeing seriously, with two dedicated Staff Welfare Officers to ensure our team is supported, just as they support our students.

Who we are:

Cambian Dunbroch School is an independent co-educational day school that caters to students who have ongoing complex Social, Emotional, Mental Health (SEMH) difficulties.  The school typically caters for up to 22 students aged between 12-18 years of age with a wide range of educational background and needs.

About the role:

To provide a high-quality education service for our students in accordance with Company policies, procedures and practices and the standards set by the Regulatory Body. To work with the Head Teacher, leadership team and other stakeholders to secure high standards throughout the school.

Key Task Areas and Responsibilities

To comply with good safeguarding procedures and principles.
To participate in the process of assessment of referrals.
To act as the lead teacher for the positive support of behaviour that may challenge.
To work as a key member of the multi-disciplinary team.
To monitor progress and targets to ensure that each individual student can achieve planned outcomes.What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate will have:

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with experience in SEND.
A strong understanding of the SEND Code of Practice and complex needs.
Experience in leading and managing teams with a compassionate, therapeutic approach.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work inclusively with staff, students, and families.
A proactive, adaptable attitude, able to set up new systems and processes aligned with the school's values and ethos.Why Join Us?

Competitive salary.
Opportunity to progress in your career.
Training opportunities either face to face or online.
Wellbeing- Your wellbeing matters to us, and we are committed to ensuring you get all the support you need.
You will be a part of a dedicated team of professionals who will offer you clear guidance and mentor you in to this role.
Supportive management and senior leads.
We offer full induction, paid for DBS, friendly family atmosphere and the opportunity to progress with one of the UK`s biggest care providers.And that’s not all, we place the outcomes of the pupils in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you’ll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others.

Cambian is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Cambian is committed to Safeguarding and protecting the young people and service users within our care. All candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and reference checks.

Cambian will conduct online searches of shortlisted candidates. This check will be part of a safeguarding check, and the search will purely be based on whether an individual is suitable to work with children. As care must be taken to avoid unconscious bias and any risk of discrimination a person who will not on the appointment panel will conduct the search and will only share information if and when findings are relevant and of concern.

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