Deputy Head Teacher. Job in Chigwell Education & Training Jobs

Witherslack Group; Chigwell; On-site; GBP 74,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading educational group as a Deputy Head Teacher, where you will work with young people with diverse needs. You will help shape the school's vision and ensure a supportive environment for both students and staff. With a competitive salary and extensive benefits, this role offers a fulfilling career path in special education. The school provides modern facilities and a commitment to personal growth and well-being.

Benefits

Full induction and on-the-job training

Flexible benefits

Range of pension schemes

Wellbeing support

Medical cover for optical and dental

£1,000 bonus for referrals

Qualifications

• Previous teaching experience required.
• At least 2 years of leadership and management experience.

Responsibilities

• Set the school's vision alongside the Head Teacher.
• Support students with ASD and SEMH needs.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

£74,702 - £85,092 + Excellent benefits

Please note: Informal visits to see the school and meet the headteacher are encouraged before applying.

Our Deputy Head Teachers are passionate about making even the smallest positive changes in our young people. We celebrate these 'huge small victories'—small on the surface, but impactful in making a big difference.

Get out what you put in

You'll work with children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. Alongside the Head Teacher, you'll set the school's vision, ensuring we have the right people and plans to help our young people leave feeling proud of their achievements. Resilience and dedication are essential, but the rewards—these huge small victories—will make you proud.

It can be a challenging journey, but positive progress will make it worthwhile. As a Deputy Head Teacher at Witherslack Group, you'll receive full support from the management team and specialists. Your colleagues will be highly skilled, the school environments well-resourced, and we'll support you every step of the way in building a rewarding career.

One of the best environments in SEND

Luxborough Court School is a new, purpose-built facility for 150 pupils aged 5-19 with ASD. It features a large sports hall, changing facilities (located on a former Premier League training ground), a bespoke 6th form suite, and various therapeutic and support spaces. The school benefits from extensive outdoor areas, a central courtyard garden, and separate playgrounds with a multi-use games area.

Accessible via public transport, Chigwell Station is less than a mile away, providing Central Line services to London and Essex. The site is near the M11, Junction 4.

What we do for you

We value your dedication and offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including:

• Full induction and on-the-job training

• School holidays as a reward for your hard work

• Opportunities for career progression, with many head teachers promoted from within

• Flexible benefits, such as options to tailor life insurance and more

• Range of pension schemes, including Teachers' Pension and attractive alternatives

• Wellbeing support, including employee assistance programs

• Medical cover for optical, dental appointments, and high-street discounts

• Modern facilities and beautiful working environments

• A 'recommend a friend' scheme offering a £1,000 bonus per successful referral

Bring your whole-self to work

Our young people come from diverse backgrounds and have different needs. Our workforce reflects that diversity, enabling our teams to engage, encourage, and inspire students to be themselves. To succeed in this role, you will:

• Have previous teaching experience and Qualified Teacher Status

• Possess at least 2 years of leadership and management experience

• Be driven to improve teaching and learning quality

• Understand good behaviour for learning

• Have effective leadership and coaching skills

• Use 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 with a purpose-led employer in an environment where you can be yourself.

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

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Keywords: Special Education, Careers in Care, Careers in Special Education, Working with Children, SEMH, SEN, ASD