Head of Centre at Wolverhampton Vocational Training Centre

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About this Role

Wolverhampton Vocational TrainingCentre is rated "good" by Ofsted and is situated in Wolverhampton. We are a special school for pupils with complex cognitive difficultieswhose age range is 16 to 19 years, who are seeking to appoint a motivated,dedicated and driven Head of Centre.

We are an Academy School,part of the Central Learning Partnership Trust (CLPT). We strive to ensure ourchildren receive an education which inspires and promotes positive learning andensure that rigorous CPD supports all staff in becoming the best they can be.

Core Responsibilities

• To be responsible for the operational, day to day running of the centre and full responsibility for the school in the absence of the Executive Headteacher.
• Be responsible and accountable to the Executive Headteacher for the Standards agenda in the school.
• Contribute positively and effectively to the SEND agenda
• Promote safeguarding and the welfare of all the children in the centre, by ensuring that the policies and procedures relating to safeguarding and child protection are fully implemented and followed by all staff.
• Be the Designated Safeguarding Lead
• Responsible for the management of effective teaching and learning and to identify the priorities for improvement and raising standards.
• Responsible for the health and safety and well-being of staff and students.
• Lead the review of EHCP's.

Essential Qualifications &Experience:

A good honoursdegree in a relative subject.

Qualifiedteacher status.

Evidence ofappropriate professional development (NPQH, NPQSL)

Evidence ofleadership in a school.

Successfulleadership and management experience in a school

Experience ofworking within a Special School environment

Successfulleadership and experience of managing the EHCP process and review cycle

Involvement inschool self-evaluation and development planning

A proven trackrecord in raising achievement within his/her own teaching.

Experience ofraising achievement through intervention in teaching process.

Training & Development:
• Commitmentto ongoing professional development
• Participationin relevant training to maintain up-to-date knowledge
• Problem-solvingskills and the ability to handle sensitive situations effectively

Key Skills & Attributes:
• Strongcommunication and interpersonal skills
• Abilityto work independently and as part of a team
• Highlevel of confidentiality, professionalism, and attention to detail

Applicant Qualities:

We are looking for someonewho is:

Flexible, adaptable and creativeand able to respond positively to change.

Has a drive for excellence and adesire to be outstanding.

Is highly organised, motivatedand driven to succeed.

Is committed to the safeguardingand welfare of ALL students.

Is a team member who willcollaborate with colleagues to ensure the safety and wellbeing of students.

Will uphold and promote the ethosand values of the school

Good team player

In return we can offer: -
• Strongsupportive partnerships with parents and the wider community
• Ahappy, stimulating and safe learning environment
• Dedicatedstaff committed to achieving high standards
• Astrong supportive and highly experienced leadership team and governing body
• Opportunitiesfor professional development, coaching and mentoring and succession planning

HOW TO APPLY AND KEY DATES

To apply for this vacancy, pleasecomplete the vacancy through the My New Term platform, accessible via theschool website www.wvtc.org.uk

A candidate pack is alsoavailable to download.

Closing Date - 1st May2026

Interviews - w/b 11thMay 2026

The Centre prides itself onits welcoming and positive environment and would warmly encourage you to visitthe Centre by prior arrangement. Please contact Helen Andrioli Executive Headteacher,at handrioli@westcroftschool.co.uk if you would like to arrange a visit.

If you are unable to visit,you are welcome to arrange a phone call with the Executive Headteacher for aninformal conversation about the Centre and its ethos.

COMPLIANCE AND SAFEGUARDING

To apply, completedapplication forms should be submitted via the My New Term platform.

Please note that bysubmitting an application, you acknowledge that we reserve the right to viewany publicly available information published online (including social mediaplatforms) as part of our shortlisting process, in line with current KCSIE guidelines

CLPT is required under law and guidance to check the criminal background ofall employees. Decisions to appoint will be subject to consideration of anenhanced disclosure, including a Barred List check, from the Disclosure andBarring Service. Because of the nature of the work for which you are applying,this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions)Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020).

If shortlisted for aninterview you will be required to disclose to us information about any:
• adult cautions (simple or conditional);
• conditional cautions;
• convictions in a Court of Law; and

This information can be disclosedeither verbally at interview or by completing a relevant conviction form afterinterview if that is your preference. It is an offence for anyone to apply fora role if they are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant tochildren.

CHILDCARE(DISQUALIFCATION) (Applicable to Primary aged Schools)

In accordance with the ChildcareAct 2006 and the Childcare(Disqualification) Regulation 2009 the Governors are required toobtain an additional staff disqualification declaration for employees withinsettings providing care for early years childcare (this covers the age rangefrom birth until 1st September following a child's fifthbirthday i.e. up to and including reception age) or later years childcare (thiscovers children above reception age but who have not attained the age of 8) innursery, primary or secondary school educational settings, or if when directlyconcerned with the management of such childcare related establishments. Thisdeclaration is to confirm that you are not disqualified 'by association' toanyone currently residing within your household who is disqualified underthe Childcare(Disqualification) Regulation 2009

ELIGIBILITY TO WORK IN THE UK

We are legally obliged to ask youto provide evidence of your right to live and work in the UK. If you aresuccessful, we will ask you to provide appropriate documents, such as apassport, visa of full birth certificate and national insurance number toconfirm this. (Further details are available from the UK Boarder Agencywebsite).

CLPT is committed tosafeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerableadults. CLPT expects all staff and volunteers to share thiscommitment.

Safer recruitment practice andpre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment isconfirmed. This post involvesworking with children and therefore will be subject to an enhanced Disclosureand Barring Service check (DBS). Further information about the DisclosureScheme can be found at www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check.

If you are shortlisted foran interview, we shall request two references at this stage to comply withKeeping Children Safe in Education.

The academy values diversity andinclusion welcome applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds. Equality is promoted and the academy will guarantee an interview to disabledcandidates if the essential job criteria is met fully.