Assistant Head - Safeguarding

How would you like to be paid for five days but only work four*?

Our colleagues’ wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do at OFG, so we’re always looking for new ways to improve everyone’s work/life balance. We’re taking part in a trial of the 4-Day Working Week, meaning that you could be working one day less a week (or equivalent).

If the trial is a success, we’ll be rolling the 4DWW out across the Group – so there’s never been a more exciting time to join #teamOFG!

Job Title:            Assistant Headteacher - Safeguarding

Location:           Ryecroft School, Walsall, West Midlands

Salary:                Up to £40,000.00 per annum

Hours:                 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Contract:           Permanent, Term Time Only

Must be UK based.

As part of our continued growth, we now have a fantastic opportunity for a Assistant Headteacher - Safeguarding to join our close-knit team at Ryecroft School, part of Options Autism.

Purpose of Role

To support the Headteacher in developing the school as a high-quality specialist provision for pupils with SEMH, ASC, ADHD and other associated diagnosis. This will be through providing the highest standards of pastoral care for all pupils, of all abilities, in a safe and orderly learning environment. As the Designated Safeguard Lead (DSL) the safeguarding of the welfare of the pupils in our care will be your primary responsibility.

All the duties outlined are carried out under the direction and supervision of the Headteacher.

Key Responsibilities

*        Assist the Headteacher in leading and managing the school

*        Undertake such duties as are delegated by the Headteacher

*        Safeguard and promote the welfare of students.

*        Work in accordance with professional practice, statutory and legal requirements and the policies of the company and Manor House School

*        Support the Headteacher in assisting staff to ensure they understand and are actively implementing the key aspects of the school’s behaviour and inclusion strategies;

*        To record relevant educational, social and behavioural information within an agreed framework;

*        To promote the social and emotional development of pupils through positive approaches that will encourage appropriate relationships and the development of self-esteem;

*        Take responsibility for specific areas of work which will be reviewed annually then negotiated and agreed within the performance management cycle and school improvement process;

*        Contribute to the life and community of the school in all of its aspects;

*        Complying with policies and procedures relating to safeguarding, child protection, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection, and reporting all concerns to the Headteacher or appropriate person.

*        Take on any additional responsibilities, which might from time to time be determined.

*        Line Management, supervising and appraising staff.

Assistant Head - Safeguarding will take on the responsibility of safeguarding, the role of DSL, will chair PEP, CIN and CP meetings and will be responsible for coordinating the schools early help offer whilst leading on safeguarding and welfare training and CPD for the staff team.

For a full list of duties and responsibilities, please see the job description

To see the Job Description, please click here - Assistant Head Safeguarding

About us

Our New Options School - Ryecroft School has capacity for 60 pupils, opened in September 2024 and caters for pupils with Autism and complex needs.

The school is located in Walsall. Walsall is a market town in the West Midlands County. It is located 9 miles north-west of Birmingham, 7 miles east of Wolverhampton and 9 miles from Lichfield.

For over 16 years Options Autism have provided care and education to pupils and adults with autism, complex needs and learning difficulties. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care.

We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth year running.

Why join Options Autism?

Benefits

Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including:

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
• “Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks

And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that’s right for you, including:

• A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
• 100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
• Cycle to Work Schemes
• Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.

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.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

*You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit

***OFG Equal Opportunities Strategy

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