Evergreen Primary School is a specialist primary setting for pupils with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD), Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD) and Complex Autism. We are seeking an experienced, reflective and committed Assistant Head Teacher to join our senior leadership team and help drive the next phase of the school’s development between both our Bishop Auckland and Newton Aycliffe sites. This is a key leadership role within a complex, high-needs environment where strong SEND knowledge, clarity of purpose and collaborative leadership are essential. This is an exciting time in our development as we are opening another site in Newton Aycliffe. Our pupils present with a range of cognitive, communication, sensory, physical and medical needs, and many learn within informal, pre-formal and semi-formal developmental pathways. Our curriculum prioritises communication, cognition, independence and preparation for life beyond primary education. Our Vision: Inspire • Enjoy • Achieve At Evergreen this means: • Inspiring high expectations for pupils with complex needs • Ensuring learning is purposeful, accessible and engaging • Securing meaningful achievement through small-step progress and personalised outcomes We are ambitious for every pupil and grounded in evidence-informed special education practice. The Role This role will combine a 0.4 teaching commitment. The successful candidate will work closely with the Head Teacher as part of the wider Senior Leadership Team, to support the strategic leadership and operational management of the school across both Bishop Auckland and Newton Aycliffe sites. The successful candidate will: • Support the strategic leadership and day-to-day management of the school • Lead and develop high-quality teaching and learning for pupils working significantly below age-related expectations • Drive curriculum development for pupils within pre-formal and semi-formal pathways • Champion total communication approaches and autism-informed practice • Support the development and wellbeing of a skilled multidisciplinary staff team • Promote positive behaviour support and inclusive practice • Contribute to robust safeguarding, medical and welfare systems • Work collaboratively with families, governors and external professionals • Support school improvement through rigorous monitoring, evaluation and professional development What We Offer • Dedicated and skilled staff committed to collaboration and continual improvement • Inspiring pupils who demonstrate resilience, individuality and potential every day • A supportive and engaged governing body • Strong partnerships with families and external professionals • The opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future direction of a specialist provision • A school community where professional integrity, teamwork and respect underpin daily practice We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and, if successful, you will need to apply for an enhanced DBS disclosure. As a disability confident employer, we are committed to employing disabled people and people with health conditions making reasonable adjustments to support disabled applicants when required. Closing date for applications is Monday 15th June 2026. Interview date: Friday 26th June 2026. Evergreen Primary School Warwick Road, Bishop Auckland, Co Durham DL14 6LS Scholars Path, Newton Aycliffe, Co Durham DL5 7HB Tel: 01388 459721 Email: evergreen@durhamlearning.net VPRS/161