Assistant Headteacher

TN United Kingdom; Frome; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of specialist education services is seeking an Assistant Headteacher for a new SEN school in Frome. This role involves supporting staff, developing the school's vision, and ensuring high-quality education for students with autism. The position offers a nurturing environment and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Exclusive access to reward and discount scheme

Teacher's Pension

Commitment to ongoing training and career progression

Paid for enhanced PVG/DBS

Relocation package

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Successful teaching experience and hold UK QTS.
• Proven track record in leading and managing staff.
• Outstanding creative practitioner with interest in cognitive behaviour.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the school's vision and curriculum.
• Mentor and support staff through CPD opportunities.
• Promote mental health and wellbeing initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Mentoring

Autism Specialization

Education

UK QTS

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Here at Aspris, we are proud to be a leading provider of specialist education services with over 30 schools nationwide.

Fromefield Manor School is a new SEN school (opened 9/24) located in central Frome, Somerset and is a special school for up to 30 pupils, aged 11-19 who have a diagnosis of autism with associated complex needs. Aspris already operate 5 successful SEN schools in the area, and as a Teacher you will have the support and the expertise of our associated partner schools to ensure high quality, resourcing and training for all our new colleagues.

We are currently recruiting for an ambitious, passionate, and committed Assistant Headteacher to join our well-established team at Fromefield Manor School. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who has previous experience within an SEN school, or qualified Teacher looking to take the next step in their career.

Our benefits include:

• Exclusive access to reward and discount scheme
• Teacher's Pension
• Commitment to your ongoing training and career progression
• Paid for enhanced PVG/DBS
• Relocation package*
• Cycle to work scheme and more!

As an Assistant Headteacher you will need to:

• Have successful teaching experience and hold UK QTS
• Be an Autism Specialist that is able to assist in developing and implementing the schools vision, values, ethos and curriculum
• Have a proven track record with leading and managing staff to oversee the day-to-day operations of a school site
• Quality assuring that personalised learning approaches are embedded by adapting teaching strategies where appropriate to get the best outcomes for our pupils
• Mentor, train and support staff through appropriate staff development and Continued Professional Development (CPD) opportunities
• Promote mental health and wellbeing initiatives across the school whilst promoting an inclusive and supportive environment.
• Ensure parental and community engagement by building strong relationships with parents/carers and offering support and guidance
• Assist in the whole school administrative and compliance processes relevant to aspects such as the Aspris Quality Assurance Standards (AQAS), Education Inspection Framework (EIF) and Independent School Standards (ISS)
• Be an outstanding creative practitioner with a genuine interest in cognitive behaviour and learning development in students with a diagnosis of ASD
• Show enthusiasm and eagerness to progress
• Have a detailed knowledge of teaching and learning and an ability to move the practice of others forward
• Demonstrate effective communication skills to connect successfully with parents and the wider community

If you are an outstanding relationship builder who can inspire exceptional performance and maintain a positive and enthusiastic learning environment for pupils and colleagues alike, this could be the perfect career move for you!

We offer a warm and nurturing environment, where pupils receive the support they need to develop emotionally and socially and prepare to learn again. Our highly experienced and dedicated staff team make learning feel worthwhile and enjoyable for our young people. They build positive and meaningful connections so that pupils feel secure, understood and valued.

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, apply online today or contact Robyn Hill on 07720891703 to discuss the opportunity in more detail.

If you want to progress your career in Education, Aspris Children’s Services will help you get there.

Aspris is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must be willing to undergo safeguarding screening appropriate to the post, including checks with Disclosure & Barring Service and at least 2 references which cover the last 3 years; for all our services we will request references from where you have worked with either Children or Vulnerable Adults. Please be advised that references may be requested prior to interview for roles within our Schools.