Assistant Headteacher

JR United Kingdom; Greater London; On-site; GBP 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking educational institution as an Assistant Headteacher, where your leadership will shape the future of students with special educational needs. This role offers an exciting opportunity to influence educational outcomes while working in a supportive environment that values wellbeing and innovation. With a commitment to a 4-Day Working Week, you can enjoy a better work-life balance while making a significant impact on the lives of young learners. If you're passionate about education and looking to grow in your career, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension Scheme

Mental Health Support

Health Checks

Cycle to Work Scheme

Electric Car Purchase Scheme

Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave

Fertility Support

Qualifications

• Experience managing an education staff team is essential.
• Understanding of Trauma Informed Approaches is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the Headteacher in school management and pupil development.
• Oversee Examinations and Formal Accreditation.

Skills

Communication Skills

Self-management

Leadership Experience

Knowledge of Autism and SEND

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS)

NPQ Accreditation

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 Title: Assistant Headteacher

Location: Hillingdon Manor School, Uxbridge UB8 3HD

Salary: Up to £58,000.00 per annum (not pro rata)

Hours: 38.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Contract: Permanent, Term Time only

We are recruiting an Assistant Headteacher to join our team at Hillingdon Manor School in Uxbridge.

As Assistant Headteacher, you will support our Headteacher in school management, delivering educational needs, maximizing pupil achievement, and supporting their development.

About the role

As Assistant Head Teacher for the Secondary School, you will be responsible for Progress & Outcomes for KS3, 4 & 5. You will oversee Examinations and Formal Accreditation, with direct line management for the Exams Officer.

You will work alongside two other Assistant Head Teachers and support the Deputy Head Teachers and Head Teacher to maintain high standards of Quality of Education, Behaviour, and Specialist Approaches.

This permanent role suits a proactive individual with middle leadership experience. Experience with SEN is preferred, but candidates from other sectors with transferable skills are welcome. The successful candidate should understand and accept Trauma Informed Approaches, with training provided by Lead Clinicians.

Requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS) with NPQ accreditation or willingness to pursue NPQ within 12 months
• Strong, adaptable communication skills
• Flexible working approaches
• Self-management skills
• Experience managing an education staff team
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Relevant teaching qualification with leadership experience
• Knowledge of Autism, SEND Curriculum, and SEND Code of Practice

About Us

Hillingdon Manor Secondary School provides specialist education for approximately 185 pupils aged 11-19, with smaller class sizes and tailored qualifications.

Our goal is to support each pupil’s potential for fulfilling and productive lives, in a safe, supportive environment. Our dedicated professionals are passionate and reliable.

Options Autism has provided care and education for over 16 years, and as part of Outcomes First Group, we lead in innovative approaches with measurable outcomes. In 2024, we were certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth consecutive year.

Why join Options Autism?

Your health and wellbeing are important, and we offer an exceptional rewards package including:

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with optional contributions
• Access to mental health support and health checks

Our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, offers options such as:

• Health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
• Discount options in the UK and abroad
• Cycle to Work Schemes
• Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Family Growth Support including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and fertility support

Our focus on pupil outcomes means your role will positively impact lives every day.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting pupil welfare. All applicants will undergo social media checks and DBS screening.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive many suitable applications.

*You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay. The 4-Day Working Week is subject to successful probation and is not a contractual benefit.