Deputy Head Teacher

TN United Kingdom; Shrivenham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an inspiring Deputy Head Teacher to help launch a new school dedicated to supporting autistic children and young people. This role is pivotal in creating a nurturing and inclusive environment where students can thrive academically and personally. You will lead the development of innovative educational programs, ensuring high standards of safeguarding and wellbeing for both students and staff. Join a passionate team dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of young learners, and enjoy a supportive workplace that values your professional growth and commitment to education.

Benefits

Teacher's Pension

Relocation package

Ongoing training and career progression

Cycle to work scheme

Exclusive access to reward and discount scheme

Paid for enhanced PVG/DBS

Qualifications

• Proven experience in educational leadership and curriculum development.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding practices and policies.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of the school's vision and curriculum.
• Support staff in promoting a positive learning environment.

Skills

Leadership

Relationship Building

Curriculum Development

Safeguarding

Staff Training

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Degree in Education or related field

Job description

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Are you an Inspiring leader looking for an opportunity to open our newest special school? Do you have a passion for helping children thrive? Look no further and apply today!

Here at Aspris, we are proud to be a leading provider of specialist education services with over 30 schools nationwide. We are recruiting for a Deputy Head Teacher to join us in opening a new school for autistic children and young people (opening September 2025).

We are looking for an outstanding relationship builder, with the knowledge of how to inspire exceptional performance and maintain a positive and enthusiastic learning environment for pupils and colleagues alike. You will be part of the creation and help lead the vision of the curriculum and education programmes, creating an inclusive culture in line with the Aspris values.

At Aspris Ridgeway School, we will empower pupils to reach their full potential in a nurturing and inclusive environment. We strive to inspire confidence, independence, and a lifelong love of learning, ensuring each student thrives both academically and personally.

The purpose of our school is to help prepare young people to make a successful transition into adulthood with the resilience and the necessary skills to live as independently as possible and participate in their local community. We seek to increase achievement and independence to give our students the best possible opportunities to gain employment or access further education and enable them to go on to live the life they choose.

What will Aspris Ridgeway look like?

• Aspris Ridgeway School will be a centre of autism expertise and excellence, educating up to 60 pupils aged 7-19 with identified autism needs and in receipt of an EHCP.
• A welcoming school environment with clearly defined specialist therapy and teaching areas, staffed and resourced to meet individual complex needs.
• A school with strong leadership and governance.
• A provider of opportunities that engage young people in appropriate learning, so they achieve outstanding progress relative to their starting points.
• A provider of a highly individualised, therapeutic based curriculum which prepares pupils with skills for lifelong learning.

We aim to open initially with Y5 and Y6 pupils. We are therefore looking for outstanding primary teachers to join us on this exciting journey.

• To work with the Headteacher to ensure that the aims, values and objectives of the school are achieved through an accurate and effective self-evaluation and development plan
• To guide, support, role model and develop the schools PBS approach
• To support all staff in ensuring and promoting the wellbeing of the staff team
• To ensure that the school meets the required standards for safeguarding its pupils
• To support the effective implementation of the school’s staff appraisal structures
• Ensuring that accurate reporting is made available as required for all stake holders, including parents / carers and governors
• Monitor the quality of learning and progress made ensuring learners are able to access outstanding educational opportunities
• To lead training for staff, when needed
• To update polices and procedures, where necessary
• Undertake other reasonable roles, as directed by the Head teacher

Our benefits include:

• Exclusive access to reward and discount scheme
• Teacher's Pension
• Relocation package*
• Commitment to your ongoing training and career progression
• Paid for enhanced PVG/DBS
• Cycle to work scheme and more!

If you would like an informal chat about this exciting role, please give Robyn a call on 07720891703 / email [emailprotected]

Above all, we provide a supportive and collaborative working environment where you can flourish in your career and feel incredibly rewarded by helping those who need it most.

Aspris is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must be willing to undergo safeguarding screening appropriate to the post, including checks with Disclosure & Barring Service and at least 2 references which cover the last 3 years; for all our services we will request references from where you have worked with either Children or Vulnerable Adults. Please be advised that references may be requested prior to interview for roles within our Schools.