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We want teachers and leaders who could work anywhere, but choose to work at Birch Wood!
Birch Wood is a thriving special school with a strong sense of community and we are seeking an exceptional Assistant Headteacher to join our leadership team. This rare opportunity has arisen due to promotion and comes at an exciting time as we prepare to join Discovery Trust in December 2025.
An education at Birch Wood ENABLES pupils (and their families) to have and make meaningful choices within their communities.
About the Role
We are looking for a dynamic and credible practitioner to lead on school improvement. The successful candidate will:
•Champion high-quality teaching and lead our Professional Growth Cycle, providing low-stakes feedback, lesson visits, expert practice, and CPD.
•Lead Teacher Development Time – an additional 45 minutes weekly for teachers to refine their craft.
•Be engaged in educational research and passionate about discussing best practice.
•Ideally, have experience implementing Pedtech across a school.
•Contribute to strategic leadership, curriculum development and quality assurance.
•Have a teaching commitment, which will be tailored to the candidate’s experience and discussed openly during the recruitment process.
•Benefit from adequate time and support to lead their strategic area effectively.
At Birch Wood we prioritise what happens in the classroom and the successful leader will be obsessed with pedagogy, curriculum design and teacher development.
Who Should Apply?
We want teachers and leaders who could work anywhere, but choose to work at Birch Wood.
We welcome applications from colleagues in mainstream primary and secondary schools, as well as those from specialist settings. If you are committed to high quality education for all pupils and excited by the opportunity to make a real impact, we would love to hear from you.
Why Join Us?
•A leadership team that takes professional development seriously.
•A school culture built on collaboration, ambition and care.
•The opportunity to shape the future of a school joining a forward-thinking Multi-Academy Trust.
•A chance to work in a school where leadership is purposeful and impactful.
Visits and Contact
If you’re a passionate leader ready to shape the future of inclusive education, we’d love to meet you. Come and see what makes Birch Wood so special.
Please contact the School Office
If you would like to apply, please download the attached application form.
Deadline for applications: Thursday 4th December 2025 at 3pm
Interviews: Thursday 11th December 2025
Safeguarding Statement
Birch Wood Special School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure form the DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service).