Assistant Headteacher

Summary:

Assistant Headteacher job opportunity in Effingham, Surrey. Support students with ASC and lead high-quality teaching and learning.

About the School:

A school committed to providing innovative, high-quality education and support for students aged 11–16 with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC). Focused on empowering students to achieve meaningful qualifications and prepare for independent, fulfilling adult lives.

The Opportunity:

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Assistant Headteacher to join our school on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This role will play a key part in delivering high-quality teaching and learning, leading by example, and supporting the overall smooth running of the school.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support and develop teaching and learning through coaching, demonstrating, and modelling good practice.
• Lead by example and encourage, coach, and mentor staff to maintain consistently high standards of teaching.
• Ensure the best possible curriculum offer, provision, well-being, progress, and achievement for all students.
• Work with the Head of School to deliver a high-quality, engaging, and well-resourced curriculum.
• Develop positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support the school’s development.
• Act as Exam Officer, ensuring examinations and accreditation processes meet JCQ requirements.
• Lead on Careers Education, Information, Advice, and Guidance for KS4 pupils.
• Take responsibility for leading a curriculum area, such as Careers, across all Surrey Schools.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• QTS or QTLS
• Proven track record of excellent creative and structured teaching in relevant key stages or special needs environment
• Experience of turning policy into effective and successful practice
• Leadership of a significant area or phase, including responsibility for raising standards across the school
• Effective team management and collaboration with others
• Strong communication skills across a range of audiences and mediums
• Ability to manage complex scenarios and resolve conflict

Preferred

• Accredited training in specific areas of special education, such as Autism or Dyslexia
• Management or leadership qualification

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary and welcome bonus
• Enhanced annual leave, company sick pay, and pension
• Access to 24/7 GP services and UK health cash plan
• Perkbox discounts on everyday essentials and access to Cycle to Work schemes