Deputy Head Teacher. Job in London Education & Training Jobs

Witherslack Group; City Of London; On-site; GBP 77,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

An inclusive education provider in the City of London is seeking an experienced educator to work with children with Autistic Spectrum Disorder. The role includes setting the vision for the school, collaborating with a management team, and fostering a positive culture. Candidates must have Qualified Teacher Status and leadership experience. Excellent benefits and a competitive salary package are offered.

Benefits

Full school holidays

Career development opportunities

Flexible benefits and life insurance

Teachers' Pension and attractive TPS alternative

Wellbeing tools and employee assistance

Medical cover and discounts

£1,000 referral bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Previous teaching experience required.
• Minimum of 2 years in leadership and management.
• Understanding of how to develop a strong staff team.

Responsibilities

• Work with children and young people with SEND.
• Set the vision for the future of the school.
• Support a positive, pride-based culture.
• Collaborate with a management team and specialists.

Skills

Effective leadership and coaching skills

Drive to raise the quality of teaching

Understanding of good learning behaviours

Knowledge of interpersonal skills

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Minimum of 2 years leadership experience

Job description

Overview

£77,691 – £88,496 + Excellent benefits.

We encourage informal visits and meetings with the headteacher before applying.

About the School

Luxborough Court School is a brand-new, purpose-built school for 150 pupils aged 5-19 with Autistic Spectrum Disorder. The site, formerly a Premier League football club training ground, offers a large sports hall, bespoke 6th form suite, therapeutic intervention spaces, outdoor space, central courtyard garden, and multi-use games area.

Central transport links include Chigwell Station less than a mile away, providing Central Line Tube services to London and Essex, and the site is near the M11, Junction 4.

What We Do For You

• Training: A full induction and on the job training
• Holiday: Full school holidays
• Progression: Most head teachers are promoted from within our group
• Flexible benefits: You can increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance
• Pension: Teachers' Pension and attractive TPS alternative
• Wellbeing: Employee assistance and wellbeing tools
• Medical cover: Opticians, dentist and high‑street discounts
• Beautiful work environments with the best facilities
• Recommend a friend scheme: £1,000 bonus every time

Responsibilities

• You will work with children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder and other SEND needs.
• You will set the vision for the future of the school alongside the Head Teacher and ensure the right people and plans are in place.
• You will support the development of a positive, pride‑based culture and celebrate “huge small victories.”
• You will collaborate with a broader management team, specialized specialists and colleagues to build a rewarding teaching career.

Qualifications

• Previous teaching experience and Qualified Teacher Status.
• Minimum of 2 years leadership and management experience.
• Drive to raise the quality of teaching and learning.
• Understanding of good learning behaviours.
• Effective leadership and coaching skills.
• Knowledge of how best to use interpersonal skills to develop a strong staff team.

Benefits

We offer the best salary and benefits package in the education sector, including:

• Full induction and on‑the‑job training
• Full school holidays
• Career development and internal promotion opportunities
• Flexible benefits and life insurance options
• Teachers' Pension and attractive TPS alternative
• Wellbeing tools and employee assistance
• Medical cover and high‑street discounts
• Beautiful working environments with top facilities
• £1,000 referral bonus scheme

Legal and Safeguarding

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 an online search. We are an equal opportunity employer welcoming applications from all community sections.

Contact Information

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