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Are you an inspiring leader with a passion for supporting young people with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)? If you have the skills and drive to make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you!
About the School:
The college meets the diverse needs of pupils aged aged 11-19 with Special Education Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced and driven Assistant Head Teacher to join our dynamic leadership team. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the school's vision, supporting staff and pupils, and driving improvements towards achieving an outstanding Ofsted rating.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and inspire teams to deliver exceptional educational outcomes.
- Support and motivate staff and pupils through a person-centred approach.
- Maintain a deep understanding of Ofsted requirements, using this expertise to support the school in moving towards an outstanding rating.
- Develop creative strategies for delivering the National Curriculum, tailored to meet the needs of pupils with SEMH and ASC.
- Foster a culture of high expectations and continuous improvement.
- Oversee the school's compliance with the latest Ofsted Education Inspection Framework and Independent School Standards.
- Promote a safe, nurturing environment that supports pupils with trauma, attachment issues, and associated challenging behaviours.
Minimum Requirements:
- Proven experience as an Assistant Head Teacher, ideally in a similar specialist setting.
- Strong understanding of Ofsted requirements and the ability to guide the school towards an outstanding rating.
- Exceptional leadership and management skills with a track record of raising standards.
- A commitment to working with pupils with SEMH and ASC.
- A creative and flexible approach to delivering the curriculum and overcoming barriers to learning.
The Ideal Candidate:
- A visionary leader with a "can do, will do" attitude and a passion for improving outcomes.
- Skilled at motivating, driving, and supporting both staff and pupils.
- Knowledgeable about the unique challenges of working with young people with SEMH, ASC, and additional needs.
- Experienced in leading a school through Ofsted inspections, with a solid understanding of the Independent School Standards.
- An empathetic and committed professional with the ability to inspire and foster a positive school culture.
How to Apply:
Send your CV or contact Matt Byrne-Fraser on (phone number removed) for more information.
As leading specialist experience educational recruiter Matt has excellent knowledge on the sector and has helped 100's of candidates to find work. He takes pride in helping people, so if this role isn't quite for you, but keen to find a perfect role, reach out to Matt today!
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APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR SPENCER CLARKE GROUP
- All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
- Your CV must cover the all years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
- You must have legal right to work in the UK
- You must be willing to attend a registration interview
Spencer Clarke Group work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary, Special Education needs and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.
We offer a market leading referral scheme of up to 250 so if you know of someone who may also be looking for an exciting career opportunity, ask them to email their CV to Matt Byrne-Fraser on remembering to include your details.
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