Assistant Head of School

Treloar School and College; Alton; On-site; GBP 51,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution for disabled young people in Alton seeks an Assistant Head of School. Responsibilities include supporting the Head in leading teaching quality and managing staff. Candidates must hold Qualified Teacher Status and possess management experience with a focus on special educational needs. The role promises professional development opportunities and various employee benefits including life insurance and well-being programs.

Benefits

Attractive salary

Excellent training and development opportunities

Life insurance and critical illness cover

Group personal pension scheme

Health cash plan

Free parking

Qualifications

• Management experience in the education sector required.
• Understanding of the special education sector is essential.
• Proven understanding of special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).

Responsibilities

• Support the Head of School in high-quality teaching.
• Lead and manage staff effectively.
• Implement and adapt the secondary curriculum as necessary.

Skills

Leadership skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Empathy towards children with special needs

Creative problem-solving

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Degree level qualification or equivalent

Job description

Full time, permanent. £60,698 per annum.

Our vision is for a world where physically disabled young people take control of their lives and achieve their aspirations. We are seeking a dedicated and passionate school leader who is committed to leading a real difference in students’ lives and who shares our belief that so much more is possible for the students in our care.

We welcome applicants with diverse skill sets and a variety of experiences in education to join our team and work with our Head of School to provide the highest quality, innovative education, therapy and care for all our students.

Treloar School is a leading centre for physically disabled young people and the School aims to enable all our learners to achieve their long‑term goals. We provide highly personalised and bespoke learning, therapy and care to our students, giving them the confidence and skills to achieve their full potential.

Responsibilities

As Assistant Head of School you will work supportively with the Head of School in ensuring high‑quality teaching and learning, maintaining high‑quality behaviour, leading staff, and working strategically to ensure we are striving for excellence for our whole school community. The senior leadership team places an emphasis on being outward looking and aims to learn from others whilst sharing best practice with colleagues. A core purpose of this role will be to provide vision, strategic direction and leadership on students’ progress, implementing and adapting the secondary curriculum while ensuring that any accreditations and qualifications continue to meet the needs of our students.

Qualifications

• Hold a Qualified Teacher Status and a degree level qualification or equivalent.
• Have management experience and demonstrate an excellent understanding of the special education sector.
• Have an empathetic approach to children with special educational needs and disabilities in both day students and those in our residential environment.
• Appreciate the key role that therapeutic interventions have in helping young people to achieve their aim of placement.

In Addition, the Successful Candidate Will

• Have excellent leadership, organisational and interpersonal skills.
• Be able to provide innovative, challenging and creative solutions.
• Be passionate about making a difference in young people’s lives.
• Be committed to ensuring students reach their full potential.
• Be committed to the development of team members.
• Demonstrate a proven understanding of SEND.

Benefits

• Attractive salary for the right candidate.
• Excellent training and development opportunities.
• Life insurance and critical illness cover.
• Group personal pension and occupational health schemes.
• Health cash plan and Perkbox discount scheme.
• Free wellbeing and social activities.
• Free parking and many other benefits.

Closing Date: Wednesday 14th January 2026 at 12pm.

Interview Date: Thursday 22nd January 2026.

How to Apply

To apply, please complete our online Treloar application form, or alternatively call our Recruitment Team on 01420 547400 ext. 3574 to discuss further.

If you’d like to visit or have an informal conversation with the Head of School, please contact [e-mail].

Treloar Trust is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. All successful candidates will be subject to a DBS Check along with other relevant employment checks.

Registered charity number 1092857.