About Haywards Farm School Haywards Farm School is a specialist setting for children and young people with complex needs, including SEMH, ASD, ADHD and experiences of trauma. We provide a calm, supportive environment with high expectations, helping pupils feel safe, engaged and able to achieve. As part of Amegreen Education, we deliver personalised programmes and, where appropriate, support students to transition back into mainstream at key points aligned with EHCP key stages. We are looking for a confident, values-led Deputy Headteacher to lead excellent teaching and learning and oversee our whole-school curriculum. Working closely with the Head of School, you will support the smooth day to day running of the school and ensure provision remains ambitious, inclusive and outcomes focused. The role We are looking for a confident, values-led leader to join Haywards Farm School as Deputy Headteacher, with responsibility for teaching and learning and the whole-school curriculum. Working closely with the Head of School, you will help ensure the smooth day to day running of the school, champion excellent practice and support staff to deliver an engaging, pupil-focused curriculum that meets complex needs. What you’ll be responsible for Leading high-quality teaching and learning across the school Overseeing curriculum development, implementation and impact Supporting staff to meet a wide range of needs through adaptive, inclusive practice Using data and insight to strengthen attendance, engagement and progress Contributing to whole-school strategic thinking, improvement planning and quality assurance Ensuring EHCP outcomes are understood, planned for and delivered consistently Who we’re looking for As a small school, we need a leader who is visible, hands-on and able to model outstanding practice. You will bring strong experience, a track record of impact and a genuine commitment to improving outcomes for children with complex SEND. You will have: QTS and a good honours degree Evidence of ongoing CPD Significant teaching experience (ideally across KS1, KS2 and KS3) Strong knowledge of current curriculum expectations and developments Previous leadership experience in an educational setting The ability to adapt teaching and curriculum provision to meet changing needs A positive, engaging style that motivates pupils and builds staff confidence Working pattern, support and benefits Monday to Friday, 8.00am to 4.00pm, with minimal after-hours commitments Friday afternoons are CPD time with no students on site, plus 10 INSET days across the year Therapeutic reflection and twice-daily briefings to support strong practice and consistency Regular offsite outdoor learning and enrichment sessions Hot lunch cooked on site every day Benefits including a healthcare cash back scheme, employee assistance programme, and discounts with local and national organisations Opportunities to collaborate across West Berkshire and with our partnership school, sharing expertise and best practice Equality and diversity Amegreen is committed to being an organisation where people can be their authentic selves in a safe, inclusive environment. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are actively building diverse teams. If you require any accessibility adjustments to support your application, please contact us. Safeguarding and GDPR Amegreen Children’s Services is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All roles are subject to a satisfactory Enhanced DBS check and references. All employees must follow safeguarding and GDPR policies and complete mandatory training. Successful candidates will complete a thorough safeguarding onboarding process, including a full employment history review and an enhanced DBS check.