Trauma-Informed Assistant Headteacher for PRU

Avenue Centre for Education; Luton; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Avenue Centre for Education is seeking an Assistant Headteacher to lead the Pupil Referral Unit, driving high-quality provision and strong outcomes for pupils, including those with complex needs. You will supervise a flexible, ambitious curriculum and ensure consistently strong teaching through trauma-informed practice.

You will oversee assessment and data systems, track progress and support reintegration and post-16 pathways, as part of the senior leadership team, building a culture of high

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in a school setting, preferably with pupil referral units.
• Ability to develop and oversee a flexible, ambitious curriculum.
• Experience with assessment and data-informed decision making.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of a flexible, ambitious curriculum and ensure high-quality teaching.
• Oversee assessment and data systems to inform teaching and intervention.
• Contribute to whole-school improvement as part of the senior leadership team.

Skills

Leadership

Curriculum development

Data analysis

Job description

Avenue Centre for Education is seeking an Assistant Headteacher to lead the Pupil Referral Unit, driving high-quality provision and strong outcomes for pupils, including those with complex needs. You will supervise a flexible, ambitious curriculum and ensure consistently strong teaching through trauma-informed practice.

You will oversee assessment and data systems, track progress and support reintegration and post-16 pathways, as part of the senior leadership team, building a culture of high