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Are you a remarkable leader that wants more?
More opportunity to inspire our children the inspiration to choose a REMARKABLE LIFE.
Executive Principal - Columbus School & College and Pioneer School
Combined NOR: 410
Combined age range: 3-19
Columbus School & College is situated in Chelmsford and Pioneer School is located in Basildon. We are part of a family of schools brought together by one common vision and passionate belief that each and every child can lead a remarkable life. An excellent education transforms lives and every pupil who attends one of our schools is given the support, care and opportunity they need to flourish. Which is where you come in.
Graded as 'outstanding' by Ofsted, Columbus is a leading all-age special school for children and young people aged 3-19 with severe and profound learning difficulties.
Pioneer School is an 'outstanding' by Ofsted, purpose built mixed, day special school designated for children and young people aged 3 - 19 with severe and complex learning difficulties.
This is not a job for just anyone. You will be responsible for both schools, and with the support of the exceptional leadership team at Trust level, we are looking for someone who can lead two high-performing schools to new heights. You will inspire colleagues to achieve even more for our children & young people and their families and be able to demonstrate a successful track record as a senior leader in a special school designated for children and young people with severe and complex learning difficulties. You will lead the Heads of both sites to inspire each and every child to live a remarkable life.
You will be joining the leading inclusive educational trust in the country - one where you have more opportunities to forge your own path, where your work is truly valued and where you will receive the recognition and rewards to motivate you to build on your achievements.
Find out more by looking at our online advert on Tes or calling Tanya Bentham, Head of Talent on 0203 947 5689 or email: recruitment@academiesenterprisetrust.org.
Join us to be part of something special and inspire their remarkable.
Closing date: Monday 2 March 2020
Interview date: Friday 20 March 2020 (Columbus School & College and Pioneer School) and Tuesday 24 March 2020 (London).
Information about the School
Lift Columbus has a rich history that reflects the development of specialist education in Chelmsford. Originally two separate schools – Woodlands School, supporting children aged 3–19 with profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD) and complex learning difficulties (CLD), and Hayward School, supporting children aged 4–16 with moderate learning difficulties (MLD) and autism – the schools federated in 2005 to form the Chelmsford New Model Special School. In September 2009, they formally amalgamated to become Columbus School and College, now proudly part of Lift Schools.
Today, Lift Columbus provides education for children and young people aged 3–19, across two campuses. We cater for a wide spectrum of additional needs, including PMLD, severe learning difficulties (SLD), moderate learning difficulties (MLD), and autism. Our provision is designed to support learners at every stage of their journey, from the early years through to preparation for adulthood.
We are committed to providing a personalised and ambitious curriculum, tailored to individual needs. This includes a strong focus on communication, independence, social interaction, and life skills, alongside academic learning. Our dedicated team of teachers, support staff and therapists work in close partnership with families and external agencies to ensure that every child can flourish.
Lift Columbus also benefits from excellent facilities, including:
Specialist classrooms and therapy spaces designed for sensory and physical needs.
Vocational learning opportunities to prepare young people for life beyond school.
A sixth form college provision, enabling students to continue their education in a supportive environment and develop the skills needed for adulthood, further study, or employment pathways
Who is Lift Schools?
Lift Schools is made up of 57 primary, secondary and special schools, educating more than 33,000 pupils across the country. We believe education can transform lives – and we want every child in our schools to achieve their full potential.
Our mission:
- We will provide an excellent education to every child, in every classroom, every day.
- With excellent leadership and teaching in every school, we will help children go on to lead successful and happy lives.
- We will work with others beyond our network to benefit more children and communities.