Assistant Head Teacher

Witherslack Group; England; On-site; GBP 72,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider in the UK is seeking an Assistant Head Teacher to lead a school dedicated to students with Autistic Spectrum Disorder. Responsibilities include driving the quality of teaching and engaging with a diverse community. Candidates must have teaching experience and Qualified Teacher Status. Benefits include competitive salary, full school holidays, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Full induction and on-the-job training

Holiday: Full school holidays

Flexible benefits

Medical cover including eye tests

Pension options

Wellbeing tools

£1,000 referral bonus

Qualifications

• Previous teaching experience and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) required.
• Demonstrate leadership and management experience.
• Effective leadership and coaching skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Drive the quality of teaching and learning.
• Engage with a diverse community.
• Develop a capable staff team.

Skills

Teaching experience

Leadership and management

Interpersonal skills

Coaching skills

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Salary

£72,858 - £76,154 + excellent benefits

Overview

Our Assistant Head Teachers are fulfilled by making positive changes in our young people. We celebrate the small wins that add up to make a big difference. You will be working with children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder/Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. Alongside the Head Teacher, you will set the school’s vision and ensure we have the right people and plans in place so that students leave feeling proud of what they have achieved. You will need to be resilient and dedicated, and the huge small victories you achieve will be a real source of pride.

It can be a tough journey, but the positive steps forward will more than make up for it. As an Assistant Head Teacher at Witherslack Group, you’ll receive support from the broader management team and a range of supporting specialists. You’ll work with colleagues who are the best at what they do, in well-resourced school environments, with ongoing support to help you build a rewarding teaching career.

About the School

Luxborough Court School is a brand-new, purpose-built school registered for 150 pupils aged 5–19 with Autistic Spectrum Disorder. Facilities include a large sports hall, bespoke 6th form suite, therapeutic spaces, extensive outdoor areas, a central courtyard garden, separate playgrounds, and a multi-use games area.

There are good public transport connections with Chigwell Station, not allowed in final and road links near the M11, Junction 4.

What we do for you

We reward hard work with the best salary and benefits package in the education sector. You’ll have the opportunity to bring learning to life and make a real difference for our pupils, with the following benefits:

• Training: A full induction and on‑the‑job training

• Holiday: Full school holidays

• Progression: Many head teachers have been promoted from within our group

• Flexible benefits: Options to adjust benefits such as life insurance

• Wellbeing: Wellbeing tools and employee assistance

• Medical cover: Reimbursement for eye tests, dental, and other services, plus discounts

• Pension: Various pensions including Teachers’ Pension and TPS alternative

• Facilities: Beautiful working environments with high-quality facilities

• Refer a friend: £1,000 bonus for successful referrals

Responsibilities and Requirements

Bring your whole self to work and engage with our diverse community. You will:

• Have previous teaching experience and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

• Demonstrate leadership and management experience

• Drive the quality of teaching and learning

• Show understanding of what good behaviours for learning look like

• Demonstrate effective leadership and coaching skills

• Use strong interpersonal skills to develop a capable staff team

Our commitments

We are committed to inclusion and creating an environment where everyone feels respected, valued, and that they truly belong. We champion diversity and neurodiversity and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. If you need adjustments during recruitment or at work, we will support you throughout.

The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (cost covered) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community.

For the full job description, person specification, and further information about our policies, please contact us through the standard recruitment channels.