Assistant Head Teacher

Summary:

Assistant Head Teacher opportunity with a school focused on autism and inclusive education.

About the School:

The school is dedicated to providing specialised education for children with autism and associated needs, offering a supportive, inclusive environment that encourages personal growth and achievement.

The Opportunity:

As an Assistant Head Teacher, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the school, leading a team and delivering high-quality education to primary-aged children with autism. This is a leadership position that combines teaching and strategic planning, with a focus on creating an inclusive, supportive learning environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and support a team of staff, promoting professional development and effective teaching practices.
• Deliver high-quality teaching across the primary age range, with a particular focus on PSHE and inclusive education.
• Develop and implement a curriculum that is accessible, engaging, and tailored to the needs of pupils with autism and additional needs.
• Foster a positive and supportive learning environment that encourages pupil engagement and achievement.
• Work collaboratively with the Head Teacher to set the vision and direction of the school.
• Support pupils in managing challenging behaviours through understanding and applying autism-specific strategies.
• Ensure the use of communication tools such as PECs, PODD, and Makaton to support non-verbal pupils.
• Promote a culture of inclusion, respect, and safety for all pupils and staff.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with primary teaching experience.
• Proven experience of teaching across the primary age range.
• Strong knowledge of PSHE and inclusive education practices.
• Previous leadership experience, either as an Assistant Head Teacher or in a middle leadership role.
• Experience working with pupils who are autistic and have additional needs such as ADHD and dyslexia.
• Understanding of autism strategies and inclusive practices.

Preferred

• Experience working with non-verbal pupils using communication tools such as PECs and PODD.
• Knowledge of autism-specific approaches such as TEACCH and Attention Autism.
• Experience in developing bespoke and accessible curricula for pupils with complex needs.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary and excellent benefits package.
• Full school holidays and flexible benefits options.
• Comprehensive pension schemes and medical cover.
• Access to training, career progression opportunities, and wellbeing support.