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Thats why were proud to be part of a 4-Day Working Week (4DWW) trial, where you can work one day less each week (or equivalent hours), while still receiving your full-time pay.
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Job Title: Assistant Headteacher with SENCO Responsibilities
Location: Penny Tree School, Birmingham B30 3ES
Salary: Up to 50,000.00 per annum (not pro rata)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday
Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only
Start: March 2026
UK applicants only this role does not offer sponsorship
Join our brand-new Options Autism school as an experienced Assistant Headteacher with SENCo responsibilities and help shape the foundations of our inclusive and innovative provision.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and committed Assistant Headteacher with SENCo responsibilities to join our Senior Leadership Team. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the strategic direction, culture, and inclusive practice of Penny Tree School, supporting the development of high-quality teaching and outstanding provision for pupils with SEND.
Working closely with the Headteacher, you will lead staff in delivering personalised learning, ensure statutory compliance, and provide strategic oversight of our SEND provision. This is an exciting opportunity to influence the growth and success of a brand-new school and make a real difference in the lives of young people.
Key Leadership Responsibilities
* Serve as a core member of the Senior Leadership Team, supporting the Headteacher in leading and managing the school.
* Undertake delegated duties to ensure the smooth daily operation of the school.
* Contribute to school improvement planning, including reviewing and implementing the School Improvement Plan.
* Lead on establishing policies and procedures that support the schools aims and drive pupil progress.
* Manage and deploy staff and resources effectively to achieve school priorities.
Strategic SENCo Responsibilities
* Oversee the development and implementation of the schools SEND policy.
* Monitor and evaluate SEND provision across the school, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and the SEND Code of Practice.
* Raise attainment and achievement for pupils with SEND through targeted support and interventions.
* Build strong, collaborative relationships with parents, carers, and external professionals.
* Promote aspirational outcomes for pupils with a wide range of needs.
Experience & Qualifications Required
* Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
* Proven leadership and management experience within a school setting.
* Strong teaching experience with evidence of positive impact on pupil outcomes.
* Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organisational skills.
* Ability to articulate a clear vision, inspire colleagues, and lead change effectively.
* Previous experience in a similar role is highly desirable.
If you are experienced, passionate, and ready to make a difference in a school environment, we would love to hear from you. Join Penny Tree School and be part of a welcoming, supportive team where your leadership and expertise will have a real impact on pupils, staff, and the wider school community.
About Us
Our new Options Autism school Penny Tree will have capacity for 60 pupils and is expected to open in the near future.
At Penny Tree School, you'll be part of a supportive and visionary leadership team at the very start of an exciting journey. Backed by the expertise of Options Autism and Outcomes First Group, youll have access to a wide network of senior leaders, professional development pathways, and the opportunity to make a lasting impactnot only on the school but on the lives of the pupils we serve.
For over 19 years Options Autism have provided care and education to pupils, young people and adults with autism, complex needs and learning difficulties. We are a leading provider of education for neurodivergent young people and young adults.As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care.
We are really proud to say that in 2025, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a Great Place to Work for the sixth year running.
Why join Options Autism?
We place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so youll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others.
We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.
Benefits
Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so youll get an exceptional reward package including:
* Life Assurance
* Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
* Your Wellbeing Matters access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks
And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package thats right for you, including:
* A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
* 100s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
* Cycle to Work Schemes
* Electric Car Purchase Scheme
* Critical illness cover
* Family Growth Support -inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
4DWW will be rolled out within our school, when we have a full complement of staff so theres never been a more exciting time to join us #teamOFG! 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit.
Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.
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