Assistant Head Teacher - Curriculum

Oxford Outcomes; Morecambe; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks an Assistant Head Teacher for a maternity cover role. This exciting position involves leading curriculum delivery and ensuring high-quality teaching and learning for students with complex needs. You will play a key role in enhancing teaching methods, coordinating professional development, and engaging with the community. The school is committed to a holistic approach to education, making a significant impact on students' lives. Join a supportive environment that values work-life balance and innovation in education.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension Scheme

Health and Wellbeing Services

Flexible Benefits Platform

Birthday Chocolates

Gift Vouchers

Health Expenses

Team Days

Attendance Incentives

Qualifications

• Experience in leading curriculum delivery and improving teaching quality.
• Strong understanding of statutory requirements in education.

Responsibilities

• Improve teaching quality through effective monitoring and innovative practices.
• Coordinate the School Improvement Plan related to teaching and curriculum.

Skills

Curriculum Development

Teaching and Learning

Leadership

Professional Development

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Degree in Education or related field

Job description

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Job Title: Assistant Headteacher (Maternity Cover)

Location: Underley Garden School, Kirkby Lonsdale, LA6 2DZ

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

About The Role

To ensure effective curriculum delivery and high-quality teaching and learning, and to meet all statutory requirements. Lead on attainment and progress, curriculum innovation, and professional development related to curriculum, teaching, and quality assurance.

Key Responsibilities

1. Improve the quality of teaching and learning by establishing effective approaches, monitoring curriculum areas, and reviewing innovative practices.
2. Plan and implement the School Improvement Plan related to teaching, learning, curriculum, and professional development.
3. Coordinate and manage the work of specified leaders to uphold outstanding outcomes.
4. Develop practices for engaging pupils, parents, and the broader community in school review processes.

About Us

Underley Garden School caters to pupils aged 5-19 with complex needs related to autism and learning disabilities. We adopt a holistic, person-centered approach to education, care, and therapy, aiming to make a positive impact on our pupils' lives. Located near Kirkby Lonsdale, we are part of Options Autism and Outcomes First Group, recognized as a ‘Great Place to Work’ in 2024.

Benefits

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
• Wide range of health and wellbeing services
• Flexible benefits platform including discounts, cycle schemes, electric car purchase, and more
• Additional benefits such as birthday chocolates, gift vouchers, health expenses, team days, and attendance incentives

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding pupils. All applicants will undergo social media checks and a fully enhanced DBS.

Additional Information

You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, subject to successful probation. This is part of our trial of the 4-Day Working Week, aimed at improving work/life balance.