Assistant Head Teacher. Job in Rugby Education & Training Jobs

Witherslack Group; Rugby; On-site; GBP 57,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in education is seeking an Assistant Head Teacher to inspire and lead young people with diverse needs. In this rewarding role, you'll work closely with children facing challenges related to Autistic Spectrum Disorder and Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs. You'll be supported by a dedicated team, fostering an environment where every small victory counts. With a strong ethos and an Outstanding Ofsted rating, this role offers a fulfilling opportunity to make a genuine impact in students' lives while enjoying an excellent benefits package and career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Full induction and on-the-job training

Full school holidays

Career progression opportunities

Flexible benefits

Wellbeing tools and advice

Medical cover

Teachers' Pension

State-of-the-art facilities

Refer-a-Friend Scheme

Qualifications

• Previous teaching experience and Qualified Teacher Status required.
• Possess leadership and management experience.

Responsibilities

• Work with children with ASD and SEMH needs.
• Set the vision for the school's future alongside the Head Teacher.

Skills

Teaching experience

Leadership skills

Behavior management

Interpersonal skills

Coaching skills

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

£57,831 - £63,815 + Excellent benefits

Those Huge Small Victories

Our Assistant Head Teachers are fulfilled by the idea of making even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. There's lots of ups and downs, and to some of our young people, sitting through a lesson can be a big win. We call these huge small victories, and whilst they may seem small on the surface, they add up to make a big difference.

Get out what you put in

You'll be working with children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. Alongside the Head Teacher, you'll set the vision for the future of the school, ensuring we have the right people and plans in place so that our young people leave feeling proud of what they've achieved. Resilience and dedication are essential, but the huge small victories you achieve will be something you're truly proud of.

It can be a tough journey, but the positive steps forward will more than compensate. As an Assistant Head Teacher at Witherslack Group, you'll receive all the support you need to succeed—from the broader management team to a range of specialists. Your colleagues will be experts in their fields, the school environments will be well-resourced, and we'll support you every step of the way to build a rewarding teaching career.

One of the best environments in SEND

The transformational impact of Avon Park School is evident to parents, carers, and professionals alike. The school's ability to connect and engage with pupils stems from its strong ethos of high expectations and aspirations for every child, culminating in an Outstanding Ofsted rating.

All staff, including teaching, pastoral, and therapy teams, work collaboratively to ensure each pupil develops academically, emotionally, and personally. This whole-school commitment helps pupils with ADHD, ASD, Asperger's, or SEMH grow into capable and confident young people eager to succeed.

What we do for you

We recognize your potential and reward your hard work with the best salary and benefits package in the education sector. With us, you'll bring learning to life and make a genuine difference in the lives of our young people. Our benefits include:

• Training: Full induction and on-the-job training

• Holidays: Full school holidays as a reward for your hard work

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

• Flexible benefits: Options to customize benefits like life insurance

• Wellbeing: Tools and advice, including employee assistance programs

• Medical cover: Reimbursements for opticians, dentists, and high-street discounts

• Pensions: Including Teachers' Pension and attractive alternatives

• Working environments: State-of-the-art facilities—see our schools here

• Refer-a-Friend Scheme: Earn £1,000 bonus for successful referrals

Bring your whole self to work

Our young people come from diverse backgrounds and have varied needs, and our workforce reflects that diversity. To connect with and inspire our pupils, you should:

• Have previous teaching experience and Qualified Teacher Status

• Possess leadership and management experience

• Be driven to improve teaching and learning quality

• Understand effective behavior management for learning

• Exhibit strong leadership and coaching skills

• Use interpersonal skills to develop a cohesive staff team

Interested in joining us?

Our young people deserve the best future, and we aim to provide a supportive, purpose-led environment where you can thrive and be yourself.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our students. This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check (cost covered by us) and online searches. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all community sections.

For a full job description and person specification, please click here.

To view our ex-offenders policy, click here.

For our Child Protection Policy, visit the 'Parents and Carers' section of our website. All our schools can be found here.

Keywords: Special Education, Careers in Care, Working with Children, SEMH, SEN, ASD