Assistant Headteacher

JR United Kingdom; Uxbridge; On-site; GBP 49,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in education is seeking a proactive Assistant Headteacher to join their dedicated team. This permanent role at a specialist school focuses on maximizing pupil achievement and supporting their development. You will collaborate with other leaders to maintain high educational standards while overseeing examinations and accreditation. The school values wellbeing, offering a 4-Day Working Week trial, which emphasizes work/life balance. Join a supportive environment where your contributions will help unlock the potential of students with complex needs.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension Options

Mental Health Support

Physical Health Support

Discount Options

Cycle to Work

Electric Car Scheme

Critical Illness Cover

Family Support Benefits

Qualifications

• Experience managing an education staff team and understanding of Trauma Informed Approaches.
• Relevant teaching qualification with leadership experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the Headteacher in school management and maximizing pupil achievement.
• Oversee Examinations and Formal Accreditation for KS3, 4 & 5.

Skills

Communication Skills

Self-management

Leadership Experience

Knowledge of Autism

Flexible Working Approaches

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 of the Exams Officer.

You will work alongside two other Assistant Head Teachers and support Deputy Head Teachers and the Head Teacher to maintain high standards of Quality of Education, Behaviour Approaches, 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 a keen interest are welcome. The role requires understanding and acceptance of Trauma Informed Approaches, with training provided.

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 for workload
• Experience managing an education staff team
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Relevant teaching qualification with leadership experience
• Knowledge of Autism, SEND Code of Practice, and Specialist Curriculum

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 unlock each pupil’s potential in a safe, supportive environment.

Options Autism, part of Outcomes First Group, has over 16 years of experience supporting individuals with autism and complex needs. We are proud to be a ‘Great Place to Work’ for five consecutive years.

Why join Options Autism?

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

• Life Assurance
• Pension options
• Comprehensive mental health and physical health support

Our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, allows you to choose benefits such as:

• Health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
• Discount options
• Cycle to Work
• Electric Car Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Family support benefits

We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting pupil welfare. Successful applicants will undergo social media checks and a DBS check. The vacancy may close early if filled quickly.

*You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, subject to probation. 4DWW is not a contractual benefit.