Assistant Headteacher – SEN & Autism Leadership

Autism East Midlands; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Sutherland House School, Nottingham, part of Autism East Midlands, seeks a dynamic leader to join the senior team. This role combines strategic development with day-to-day operational delivery in a special school for autistic children aged 3-19.

You will translate the school’s vision into clear objectives, drive improvement, and work with the Governing Body and SMT to ensure high standards and safeguarding excellence.

Responsibilities

• Translate the school’s vision into clear, measurable objectives.
• Lead strategic and operational development to drive school improvement.
• Collaborate with the Governing Body, Trustees and Autism East Midlands’ SMT.
• Provide safeguarding training as deputy alongside the designated safeguarding lead.
• Support staff development and training.

Job description

Sutherland House School, Nottingham, part of Autism East Midlands, seeks a dynamic leader to join the senior team. This role combines strategic development with day-to-day operational delivery in a special school for autistic children aged 3-19.

You will translate the school’s vision into clear objectives, drive improvement, and work with the Governing Body and SMT to ensure high standards and safeguarding excellence.