Assistant Headteacher – Careers & SEND Leader (Maternity)

Midsomer Norton Primary; Frome; Hybrid; GBP 54,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Critchill School in Frome, Somerset, is seeking an Assistant Headteacher for maternity cover. The role leads the Careers Education programme, examinations, assessment and attendance, while maintaining high teaching standards across pupils aged 4–19 with complex needs.

The successful candidate will have leadership and SEND experience, be visionary, and capable of inspiring a diverse team. Strong communication skills and a commitment to school improvement are essential.

Qualifications

• Leadership and SEND experience with the ability to motivate and inspire.
• Visionary, ambitious and self-reflective.
• Lead our established Working Futures Careers programme and ensure its continual development.
• Lead on examinations, assessment and attendance.
• Be an outstanding classroom practitioner with the ability to plan and deliver dynamic, personalised lessons.
• Be creative and innovative with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Provide learning opportunities for the full range of pupil needs.

Responsibilities

• Lead our Working Futures Careers programme and its development.
• Oversee examinations, assessment and attendance.
• Plan and deliver dynamic, personalised lessons.
• Build effective relationships with stakeholders and contribute to strategic development.

Skills

Leadership

SEND experience

Visionary

Curriculum leadership

Job description

Critchill School in Frome, Somerset, is seeking an Assistant Headteacher for maternity cover. The role leads the Careers Education programme, examinations, assessment and attendance, while maintaining high teaching standards across pupils aged 4–19 with complex needs.

The successful candidate will have leadership and SEND experience, be visionary, and capable of inspiring a diverse team. Strong communication skills and a commitment to school improvement are essential.