Deputy Headteacher

Outcomes First Group; Akeley; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Wellbeing support

Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista)

Cycle to Work & Electric Car schemes

Critical illness cover

Family Growth Support

Job summary

Tilewood School, part of Outcomes First Group, is hiring an ambitious Deputy Headteacher to lead from day one. You will shape culture, curriculum and vision for a new specialist setting in Buckinghamshire, supporting pupils with Autism and complex needs.

Work alongside the Headteacher to establish a culture where every child thrives, families feel supported, and staff grow professionally. You will drive high-quality teaching, champion inclusive practice, and ensure safeguarding excellence while

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a recognised teaching qualification (PGCE or equivalent).
• Leadership experience within a specialist or mainstream school, ideally supporting pupils with Autism, SEND or complex needs.
• A passion for inclusive education and improving outcomes for children with additional needs.
• Strong knowledge of curriculum development, behaviour support, safeguarding and school improvement.

Responsibilities

• Support the Headteacher in establishing the vision, culture and long-term success of Tilewood School.
• Lead high-quality teaching, learning and curriculum development to ensure outstanding educational outcomes.
• Champion inclusive practice, positive behaviour and exceptional safeguarding standards.
• Drive personalised learning that enables every pupil to achieve their EHCP outcomes and reach their potential.
• Coach, mentor and develop colleagues, creating a culture of continuous professional growth.
• Build strong partnerships with families, therapists, local authorities and external professionals.
• Help shape school improvement priorities, policies and systems as the school grows.
• Ensure the school consistently meets all statutory, safeguarding and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Curriculum development

Behaviour support

Inclusive education

Stakeholder engagement

Coaching & mentoring

Resilience

Education

QTS and PGCE or equivalent

Experience in specialist or mainstream school

NPQH or equivalent leadership qualification (advantageous)

Job description

Position:

Deputy Headteacher

Location: Tilewood School, Buckinghamshire, MK18 5AN

Salary: Up to £55,000 per annum

(depending on experience, not pro rata)

Hours: 40 hours per week | Monday to Friday

Contract: Permanent | Term time only

UK Applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

About the Role

Opportunities like this don't come along often.

Tilewood School is a brand-new specialist school opening in Buckinghamshire, and we're looking for an exceptional Assistant Headteacher to help shape its future from day one.

This is far more than a leadership role. It's an opportunity to help create an outstanding specialist school where children and young people with Autism and additional needs are understood, valued and empowered to thrive.

Working alongside the Headteacher as part of the founding leadership team, you'll help establish the culture, curriculum and vision that will define our school for years to come. Every decision you make, every relationship you build and every success you celebrate will help create an environment where pupils, families and colleagues flourish together.

If you're an ambitious leader who believes every child deserves the opportunity to achieve extraordinary outcomes, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Be Doing

• Support the Headteacher in establishing the vision, culture and long-term success of Tilewood School.
• Lead high-quality teaching, learning and curriculum development to ensure outstanding educational outcomes.
• Champion inclusive practice, positive behaviour and exceptional safeguarding standards.
• Drive personalised learning that enables every pupil to achieve their EHCP outcomes and reach their potential.
• Coach, mentor and develop colleagues, creating a culture of continuous professional growth.
• Build strong partnerships with families, therapists, local authorities and external professionals.
• Help shape school improvement priorities, policies and systems as the school grows.
• Ensure the school consistently meets all statutory, safeguarding and regulatory requirements.

What you will bring

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a recognised teaching qualification (PGCE or equivalent).
• Leadership experience within a specialist or mainstream school, ideally supporting pupils with Autism, SEND or complex needs.
• A passion for inclusive education and improving outcomes for children with additional needs.
• Strong knowledge of curriculum development, behaviour support, safeguarding and school improvement.
• Resilience, warmth and the ability to thrive within a collaborative multidisciplinary environment.
• A commitment to creating a school where every child feels safe, valued and able to succeed.
• Key stage 1 and key stage 2 experience is required
• An NPQH or other relevant leadership qualification would be advantageous but is not essential.

About us

Tilewood School is a brand-new specialist school, part of Options Autism, opening in April 2027. The school will provide a nurturing and inclusive learning environment for up to 72 pupils.

Designed for young people aged 5 - 16, Tile House School will offer personalised support to help every learner thrive. This exciting new provision is committed to building confidence, resilience, and positive futures.

For over 19 years, Options Autism has provided specialist care and education for children, young people, and adults with autism, complex needs, and learning difficulties. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are pioneering innovative, evidence-based approaches that deliver meaningful, measurable outcomes for everyone in our care.

We are really proud to say that in 2025 Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running.

Why Join Us?

We place pupils and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference.

We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

Life Assurance

• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
• “Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks
• Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:
  • Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
  • Hundreds of UK and international discounts
  • Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
  • Critical illness cover
  • Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales .

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