Assistant Headteacher
- SEN School
- Southampton
- Salary: £52,267 to £58,477
- To start as soon as possible
School Staffing Solutions are excited to be supporting an Independent SEN school in Southampton that is seeking to appoint an Assistant Headteacher to join their leadership team.The successful candidate will be responsible for leading, managing, and developing staff while ensuring the highest standards of teaching, learning, and pastoral care.
The school is a SEN school for children aged 7-19 most of who are able learners with an EHCP and a diagnosis with ASC and associated needs.
What are the benefits on offer:
- Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
- A school culture that prioritises pupil and staff well-being.
- Opportunities to learn and grow within an Ofsted Outstanding rated school
- Flexible Pension benefits.
- Free lunch
- Bereavement leave
- Company events
- Enhanced maternity leave
- Free parking
- Subsidised Gym membership
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
The Successful Candidate will have:
- The ability to lead, inspire, motivate, and support pupils and colleagues.
- Excellent organisational, presentation, administrative, and ICT skills.
- A commitment to delivering high-quality education and supporting whole-school improvement.
- Proficiency in data analysis and using data to inform instructional decisions.
- Strong knowledge of curriculum frameworks, educational standards, and assessment practices.
- Experience in conducting classroom observations and providing constructive feedback to teachers.
Qualifications & Experience Required:
Education:
- An Honours degree.
- A postgraduate teaching qualification, including QTS.
- Evidence of further relevant professional development.
Experience:
- Prior leadership experience is desirable and a NPQSL
- A proven track record of improving academic performance and/or pastoral outcomes.
- Experience leading and collaborating with colleagues.
Personal Qualities:
- A team player with strong leadership qualities.
- A reflective and flexible approach.
- Highly organised, energetic, and self-motivated.
- A positive, enthusiastic, and imaginative mindset.
- High expectations for pupil attainment, personal development, and conduct.
- Up-to-date knowledge of innovative teaching strategies and curriculum developments.
- Ambition and aspiration for both personal and school-wide success.
- A commitment to professional development and willingness to undertake training.
- High levels of integrity, discretion, and confidentiality.
- A warm and approachable nature to build trust with pupils, staff, and parents.
- A high standard of professional presence, presentation, and attention to detail.
This is an exciting opportunity for either an experienced Assistant head or someone looking to take that next step with a strong background in SEN. Please get in touch so we can discuss the role in more details on jennifer@school-staff.co.uk or call me on 07977 178199.
Applicants may be subject to an online search and be willing to undergo safeguarding screening, including an enhanced DBS check
School staffing solutions are acting as an employment business for this vacancy
