Assistant Merchandiser

Benefitoutcomes First Group; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Wolverhampton is seeking an Assistant Headteacher for Behaviour, Attendance and Inclusion to lead school strategies for autistic pupils and those with additional challenges. Responsibilities include implementing strategies, monitoring attendance, and developing staff. The ideal candidate has QTS, leadership experience, and skills in supporting pupils with special needs. The position offers a salary of £45,000 – £50,000, a permanent contract, and various benefits, including life insurance and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Mental health support services

Flexible Benefits Platform

Inclusive benefits package

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience, ideally within a specialist setting.
• Experience in a secondary school setting.
• Understanding of how to support pupils with autism and additional learning challenges.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of behaviour, attendance, and inclusion strategies.
• Monitor and review behavioural trends and attendance.
• Support and develop staff through coaching and guidance.

Skills

Leadership in education

Behaviour management

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

Job description

Role Summary

Empowering environment. We are seeking an Assistant Headteacher – Behaviour, Attendance and Inclusion to join our senior leadership team at Ryecroft School in Walsall, West Midlands. The successful candidate will lead whole‑school strategies to promote a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment for autistic pupils and those with additional learning and behavioural challenges.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of whole‑school behaviour, attendance, and inclusion strategies, promoting a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment.
• Monitor and review behavioural trends and attendance, using data to guide interventions and celebrate improvements.
• Ensure all pupils have equitable access to the curriculum through personalised support and inclusive teaching practices.
• Support and develop staff through coaching, guidance, and CPD to embed positive behaviour, engagement, and inclusive approaches.
• Collaborate with families, external agencies, and wider stakeholders to enhance pupil well‑being, attendance, and engagement.
• Contribute fully to the Senior Leadership Team, supporting the Headteacher with whole‑school initiatives, operational priorities, and strategic development.
• Maintain strong knowledge of behaviour management, safeguarding, and inclusive practice for pupils with autism and learning difficulties.
• Inspire, motivate, and develop staff while maintaining a calm and solution‑focused approach.
• Show excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Proven leadership experience, ideally within a specialist setting.
• Experience in a secondary school setting.
• Understanding of how to support pupils with autism and additional learning challenges.
• Experience leading whole‑school behaviour and attendance strategies.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organisational skills.

About Ryecroft School

Ryecroft School is an independent day school in Walsall, providing specialist education for autistic children and young people aged 4‑18 years. The school focuses on meeting the unique learning needs of autistic pupils, including those with additional challenges such as learning disabilities and behaviours that may present as a result of their diagnoses. The new school, which opened in September 2024, has a capacity of 60 pupils and is designed to support learners with autism and complex needs in a safe, nurturing, and structured environment.

Ryecroft School is located in Walsall, a vibrant market town in the West Midlands, and is well connected, situated just 9 miles north‑west of Birmingham, 7 miles east of Wolverhampton, and 9 miles from Lichfield, offering easy access for families across the region.

Job Details

Location: Ryecroft School, Walsall, West Midlands (WS2 7BH)
Salary: £45,000 – £50,000 per annum (not pro‑rata)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:30 am – 4:00 pm
Contract: Permanent, Term‑Time Only
Start: December 2025
UK applicants only – this role does not offer sponsorship.

Benefits

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
• "Your Wellbeing Matters" – access to a wide range of first‑class mental health support services and physical health checks
• Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista) offering health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits, discounts, cycle‑to‑work schemes, electric car purchase schemes, critical illness cover, and family growth support
• Inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.