Assistant Headteacher - Specialist Education Innovator

The Fusion Academy; Barwell; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The Fusion Academy in Barwell invites applications for an Assistant Headteacher (Key Stages 2-5) to start January 2027. This full-time, permanent post sits on the Leadership Scale Point L4+ depending on experience.

You will lead a dedicated team, ensuring high-quality, individually tailored learning that helps pupils achieve independence within a provision that blends specialist support with a mainstream curriculum. Closing date: Monday 5 October 2026; interviews Monday 12 October 2026.

Qualifications

• Experience leading specialist education and mainstream collaboration.
• Ability to develop tailored teaching and learning strategies.
• Commitment to values and student-centred culture.
• Capacity to adapt in a dynamic school environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily provision and a dedicated teaching team.
• Ensure personalised learning drives pupil independence.
• Bridge specialist support with mainstream curriculum.

Skills

Experienced Practitioner

Creative Innovator

Values-Driven

Resilient & Flexible

Job description

The Fusion Academy in Barwell invites applications for an Assistant Headteacher (Key Stages 2-5) to start January 2027. This full-time, permanent post sits on the Leadership Scale Point L4+ depending on experience.

You will lead a dedicated team, ensuring high-quality, individually tailored learning that helps pupils achieve independence within a provision that blends specialist support with a mainstream curriculum. Closing date: Monday 5 October 2026; interviews Monday 12 October 2026.