Deputy Head Teacher

Witherslack Group; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a passionate Deputy Head Teacher to inspire and lead young learners with diverse needs. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the educational experience at a state-of-the-art school opening in 2026, where your leadership will foster an environment of growth and achievement. With a strong focus on individual progress, you'll work closely with a dedicated team, ensuring every pupil feels valued and empowered. Enjoy a fulfilling career with competitive benefits, including full school holidays and a supportive management structure, all while making a significant impact on young lives.

Benefits

Full induction and on-the-job training

Full school holidays as rest periods

Flexible benefits including life insurance

Range of pension schemes

Access to wellbeing tools

Medical cover for opticians and dentists

Beautiful working environments

£1,000 referral bonus

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of leadership and management experience.
• Previous teaching experience with Qualified Teacher Status.

Responsibilities

• Set the vision for the school's future alongside the Head Teacher.
• Support students with Autistic Spectrum Disorder and SEMH needs.

Skills

Leadership and Management

Teaching Experience

Coaching Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Behavior Management

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Time left to apply: End Date: May 30, 2025 (23 days left to apply)

Job requisition ID: JR102072

Those Huge Small Victories

Our Deputy Head Teachers are fulfilled by making even the smallest positive changes in our young people, celebrating these "huge small victories". While they may seem minor, they collectively make a significant difference.

Get out what you put in

You'll work with children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder/Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs. Alongside the Head Teacher, you'll set the vision for the school's future, ensuring the right people and plans are in place to help our young people leave feeling proud of their achievements. Resilience and dedication are essential, but the rewarding "huge small victories" will make it worthwhile.

It can be a challenging journey, but positive steps forward will outweigh the difficulties. As a Deputy Head Teacher at Witherslack Group, you'll receive support from the broader management team and specialists. Your colleagues will be highly skilled, the school will be well-resourced, and we'll support you every step of the way to build a rewarding career in teaching.

One of the best environments in SEND

Opening in February 2026, Felden Hall School is a purpose-built, state-of-the-art school providing education for pupils aged 8-16 with a range of needs including autism and SEMH. This exciting opportunity serves Hemel Hempstead and surrounding communities, with your input at the heart of its development. Our goal is to ensure every pupil has an outstanding educational experience focused on individual progress and care.

What we do for you

We recognize your potential and reward your hard work with a competitive salary and benefits package. You will have opportunities to bring learning to life and make a genuine difference in young people's lives, including:

• Training: Full induction and on-the-job training
• Holidays: Full school holidays as rest periods
• Progression: Many head teachers have been promoted from within our group
• Flexible benefits: Options to customize benefits such as life insurance
• Pension: Range of pension schemes including Teachers’ Pension and attractive TPS alternatives
• Wellbeing: Access to wellbeing tools and employee assistance programs
• Medical cover: Reimbursements for opticians, dentists, and discounts
• Facilities: Beautiful working environments with excellent facilities
• Referral bonus: £1,000 bonus for each successful friend referral

Bring your whole-self to work

Our diverse students come from various backgrounds and needs, and our workforce reflects that diversity. You'll connect with pupils through:

• Previous teaching experience and Qualified Teacher Status
• At least 2 years of leadership and management experience
• A drive to improve teaching and learning quality
• Understanding of good behavior for learning
• Effective leadership and coaching skills
• Interpersonal skills to develop a strong staff team

Interested in joining us?

Our young people deserve the best, and so do our teams. You deserve a fulfilling career in a purpose-led environment where you can be yourself.

The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (cost covered) and online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community.

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