Assistant Headteacher (SEN School) – Leadership Role

Esland Group; Congleton; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Life insurance

Induction training

Career development

Cycle to work

Employee benefits scheme E-Together

Refer a Friend bonus

Job summary

Esland is recruiting an Assistant Headteacher for our SEN School in Congleton, Cheshire. The role combines leadership with teaching, with responsibilities across safeguarding, curriculum development, and staff mentoring.

Salary is competitive (£47,981–£50,545 p.a. DOE). The post starts January 2027 (or sooner). We offer a comprehensive induction, pension, life cover, and ongoing professional development within a supportive school community.

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher with QTS and SEND experience.
• Experience leading teaching staff and safeguarding responsibilities.
• Ability to plan and develop curriculum and support learners.

Responsibilities

• Safeguarding underpins every decision.
• Conduct regular peer reviews to maintain high standards.
• Lead curriculum development and deliver some teaching hours.
• Schedule half-termly supervisions with the team.
• Identify strategies to overcome pupils' learning barriers.
• Plan and deliver lessons, ensuring personalised learning.
• Meet Teacher Standards and contribute to school development.
• Lead development of teaching and learning within the school.

Skills

Leadership

Safeguarding

Curriculum planning

Staff development

Communication

Education

QTS qualification

Job description

Esland is recruiting an Assistant Headteacher for our SEN School in Congleton, Cheshire. The role combines leadership with teaching, with responsibilities across safeguarding, curriculum development, and staff mentoring.

Salary is competitive (£47,981–£50,545 p.a. DOE). The post starts January 2027 (or sooner). We offer a comprehensive induction, pension, life cover, and ongoing professional development within a supportive school community.