DBS0691/25 - Assistant Headteacher - Primary - Woodlawn School

North East Ambition; Whitley Bay; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading school is seeking an outstanding Assistant Head Teacher to lead the Primary Department. This role involves establishing productive relationships, contributing to school operations, and developing a curriculum for SEND pupils. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in leadership and SEND education.

Benefits

Opportunities for further professional development

Coaching and supervision support

Welcoming and supportive school community

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge and experience of working with SEND pupils.
• Experience of working in a leadership role.
• Experience of monitoring and evaluating school performance to drive improvements.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Primary Department and establish productive relationships.
• Contribute to the effective day-to-day running of the school.
• Develop an outstanding curriculum within your subject responsibility.

Skills

Leadership

SEND knowledge

Curriculum development

Job description

Woodlawn Specialist School is a fully inclusive school catering for pupils aged 2½ to 18 years with physical, medical, sensory needs and/or moderate learning difficulties.

Governors of this exceptional Specialist School are looking to appoint an outstanding Assistant Head teacher to lead our Primary Department in our welcoming and nurturing school.

This position has become available due to the previous post holder's promotion and career progression.

The core expectations of the role include:

1. Being an exemplar of outstanding practice, establishing highly productive working relationships with pupils, families, and professionals.
2. Reinforcing the values, vision, and ethos of the school.
3. Contributing to the effective day-to-day running of the school in line with Local Authority, National, and School Policies.
4. Deputising and undertaking additional responsibilities in the absence of the Deputy Headteacher and on other occasions as necessary.
5. Taking a lead role in developing an outstanding curriculum within your subject/expertise responsibility.

We can offer in return:

• A welcoming and supportive school community of children, staff, parents, and Governors.
• Opportunities for further professional development.
• Coaching and supervision to support you in your new role.

For further information about our school, please visit our website: https://woodlawn.org.uk

Informal visits are warmly welcomed and encouraged, taking place on Tuesday, 3rd June from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm. If you plan to visit, please call the school office to confirm the time.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Extensive knowledge and experience of working with SEND pupils.
• Experience of working in a leadership role.
• Experience of monitoring and evaluating school performance to drive improvements.

Following the closing date of 5th June 2025 at noon, shortlisting will occur in the afternoon, and successful candidates will be informed about the interview process scheduled for Thursday, 12th June 2025.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, along with other relevant pre-employment checks, will be conducted as appropriate.