Assistant Head Teacher - Curriculum

JR United Kingdom; Morecambe; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Head Teacher to lead curriculum innovation and ensure high-quality teaching. This exciting role offers the unique opportunity to participate in a trial of a 4-Day Working Week, allowing for improved work-life balance. You will play a crucial role in enhancing educational outcomes for children with complex needs, ensuring curriculum delivery meets statutory requirements while fostering a supportive environment. Join a close-knit team committed to making a positive impact in the lives of pupils and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes your wellbeing.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension Options

Mental Health Support

Physical Health Checks

Flexible Benefits Platform

Christmas Gift Vouchers

Employee Assistance Programs

Team Building Days

Qualifications

• Proven experience in curriculum design and implementation.
• Strong leadership skills to drive teaching excellence.

Responsibilities

• Lead curriculum delivery and ensure high-quality teaching.
• Monitor and improve teaching practices across the school.

Skills

Curriculum Development

Teaching and Learning

Leadership

Monitoring and Evaluation

Innovative Practices

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Degree in Education or Related Field

Tools

Technology Integration

Job description

Assistant Head Teacher - Curriculum, Morecambe

Client: Outcomes First Group

Location: Morecambe

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 4

Posted: 05.05.2025

Expiry Date: 19.06.2025

Job Description

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 (Maternity Cover)

Salary: Up to £46,000.00 per annum dependent on experience (not pro rata)

Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday 8am - 4pm

Contract: Fixed Term (Maternity Cover until August 2026), Term Time only

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

About the role

To ensure effective curriculum delivery and high-quality teaching and learning, and to ensure that the curriculum meets all statutory requirements.

Lead on attainment and progress to achieve outstanding outcomes for all children and young people, and lead curriculum innovation and design appropriate for our cohorts and in line with the school vision.

Lead on the effective implementation of the curriculum and to lead on aspects of professional development related to curriculum, teaching and learning, and quality assurance.

Key Responsibilities

• To improve the quality of teaching and learning by establishing effective approaches, monitoring curriculum areas, and ensuring plans are appropriate to the needs of cohorts and meet statutory requirements.
• Research, implement, and review innovative practices to support teaching and learning, including technology integration.
• Plan and write aspects of the School Improvement Plan related to teaching, learning, curriculum, and professional development, ensuring effective implementation.
• Coordinate and manage the work of specified leaders within the school to uphold outstanding outcomes.
• Develop practices for engaging pupils and parents in school review processes.

About Us

Underley Garden School is a large school with small class sizes, focusing on pupils aged 5-19 with complex needs related to autism and learning disabilities. We adopt a holistic, person-centred approach to help pupils achieve their potential, offering education, care, and therapy tailored to individual needs.

Located near Kirkby Lonsdale, on the edge of the Lake District and the Yorkshire Dales, we serve a diverse community. Outcomes First Group has been providing care and education for over 16 years, leading the sector with innovative approaches and measurable outcomes. In 2024, we were certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth consecutive year.

Why join Options Autism?

We prioritize your health and wellbeing, offering an exceptional benefits package including life assurance, pension options, mental health support, and physical health checks. Our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, allows you to customize your benefits, including health and wellbeing benefits, discounts, cycle schemes, electric car purchase, and family support benefits.

Additional benefits include Christmas gift vouchers, health expenses, employee assistance programs, team building days, and more. Our role is impactful, making a positive difference in the lives of our pupils.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. All applicants will undergo social media checks and a fully enhanced DBS. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.

*You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, providing more personal time. The 4DWW is subject to successful probation and is not a contractual benefit.