Assistant Headteacher

Oxford Outcomes; Chertsey; On-site; GBP 56,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an innovative Assistant Headteacher to join their dedicated team. This role offers a unique opportunity to inspire and lead in a Special Educational Needs (SEN) environment, focusing on empowering students with diverse learning difficulties. You will collaborate closely with the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team to ensure high-quality education and safeguarding practices. With the exciting prospect of a 4-Day Working Week trial, this position not only promises professional growth but also emphasizes work-life balance, making it a perfect fit for passionate educators looking to make a significant impact.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension Scheme

Mental Health Support Services

Qualifications

• Experience in an SEN environment with a focus on diverse learning needs.
• Strong leadership skills to inspire and motivate a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver clear leadership and establish school aims and objectives.
• Develop individualised programmes of learning for pupils.

Skills

Leadership Skills

SEN Experience

Safeguarding Knowledge

Education

Degree Level Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

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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 Details

• Job Title: Assistant Headteacher
• Location: Upton Grange School - Slough SL3 7LR
• Salary: £55,728.00 per annum
• Hours: 38.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
• Contract: Permanent, Term Time only
• UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

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

About The Role

This is a great opportunity for an Assistant Headteacher who is looking for the chance to bring innovation and creativity to inspire learning in an SEN environment for pupils with varied and complex needs. Your work will be challenging and rewarding in equal measure, and you will be the custodian of our strong safeguarding culture, where pupils are listened to, respected and involved in as many decisions as possible.

In partnership with our Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team, you will deliver clear, authentic leadership to our multidisciplinary team, establishing school aims and objectives, ensuring high levels of quality and compliance and working collaboratively to develop appropriate, individualised programmes of learning for our pupils.

Who We Are Looking For

When it comes to our pupils, we never settle for second best. We are looking for an Assistant Headteacher with the experience, leadership skills, and vision to build incredible futures by empowering students in the UK to be happy and to make their way in the world.

Educated to degree level or equivalent with Qualified Teacher Status, you will be experienced in an SEN environment, enjoy leading a team, and be genuinely motivated by helping every pupil to reach their potential.

About The School

Upton Grange School caters to pupils aged 3 - 11 years old, with a focus on engaging and developing learners with diverse learning difficulties. We employ a range of teaching strategies, maintain smaller class sizes, and follow an Equals Semi-Formal Curriculum alongside National Curriculum standards where appropriate.

This opportunity is located in Slough, a 15-minute walk from the rail station and within commuting distance of Maidenhead, Twickenham, and surrounding areas.

Options Autism has provided care and education for over 16 years to pupils, young people, and adults with autism and complex needs. As part of Outcomes First Group, we lead in implementing innovative approaches that deliver measurable outcomes. In 2024, we were recognized as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth consecutive year.

Why Join Options Autism?

We offer an exceptional reward package including:

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
• Access to mental health support services and health checks (