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How would you like to be paid for five days but only work four*?
Our colleagues’ wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do at OFG, so we’re always looking for new ways to improve everyone’s work/life balance. We’re taking part in a trial of the 4-Day Working Week, meaning that you could be working one day less a week (or equivalent).
If the trial is a success, we’ll be rolling the 4DWW out across the Group – so there’s never been a more exciting time to join #teamOFG!
Become an Assistant Headteacher at our brand-new school Red Kite School part of Acorn Education and start working towards yours.
* Red Kite School, Buckinghamshire, HP27 0JW
* £45,000 per annum (not pro rata)
* 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday 8am - 4pm
* Permanent, Term Time only
Red Kite is a brand-new independent special educational needs school which will cater for up to 60 pupils with social and emotional health needs.
The school is based in the beautiful market town Princes Risborough in Buckinghamshire. This is an exciting opportunity for anybody who wants to be a part of the successful development of a new setting and make a difference to the education of our pupils.
We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group was officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth year running.
Acorn Education is the UK’s leading independent provider of specialist education. 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.
The opportunity
Our ideal candidate will demonstrate an outstanding record as a leader and will be able to realize the ambitious vision of securing excellence in every aspect of school life.
The successful candidate will have experience working with young people with complex learning needs. You will demonstrate an understanding of how these needs impact learning and behavior in the classroom. Further details to be discussed at interview stage.
* Take lead for Inclusion and SENCO
* Implement provisions to improve pupil progress
* Ensure statutory responsibilities regarding all students with an EHCP are met
* Coordinate EHCP review meetings and ensure paperwork is completed
* Chair EHCP Review Meetings
* Support staff in understanding SEN pupils' needs
* Promote an inclusive curriculum accessible to all pupils
* Support DHT in monitoring pupil progress
* Oversee Curriculum systems, processes, and policies
* Monitor progress towards the school’s aims and objectives
* Collaborate with SLT, subject leads, and teachers to ensure high expectations and quality learning for all pupils
Qualifications Required
* UK QTS or equivalent
* NASENCO qualification (Preferred)
Why join Acorn Education?
Benefits
Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll receive an exceptional reward package including:
* Life Assurance
* Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
* Access to mental health support services and physical health checks
Our Market-leading Benefits Platform, Vista, offers options including:
* A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
* Discount options in the UK and abroad
* Cycle to Work Schemes
* Electric Car Purchase Scheme
* Critical illness cover
* Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will undergo social media checks, and successful applicants will require a fully enhanced DBS.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.
* You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, with the 4DWW subject to probation and not a contractual benefit.
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