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!
Job Title: Deputy Headteacher
Location: The Holden School, Leigh WN7 4SB
Salary: Up to GBP55,700.00 per annum depending on experience
Hours: 37.5 hours per week; Monday to Friday
Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only (plus occasional days as necessary)
UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.
As part of our continued growth, we now have a fantastic opportunity for a Deputy Headteacher to join our close-knit team at The Holden School, part of Acorn Education.
About the role
The Deputy Headteacher will provide effective leadership and management of the school that ensures the school meets its aims and objectives and operates within the overall strategy and guidelines. Key objectives of the role include achieving outstanding outcomes for Children and Young People, ensuring their needs, abilities, and aptitudes are met, and maintaining a safe environment that protects the welfare of Children, Young People, and staff.
The role involves effective strategic and operational planning, including self-evaluation, school improvement, and delivery with a shared vision that aligns with the overall organisation strategy. The Deputy Headteacher will inspire and motivate students, staff, and all other members of the school community.
The role also entails meeting all statutory requirements as defined by the DfE, Ofsted, and other external bodies, aiming for the highest inspection ratings. The successful candidate will lead a motivated staff group committed to excellence and ongoing professional development, with responsibilities including managing occupancy, costs, and growth plans.
Key Responsibilities
* To comply with safeguarding procedures as detailed by the local safeguarding board
* To participate in the assessment of referrals
* To act as overall curriculum coordinator and manager across the school
* To lead positive behaviour support strategies
* To work as part of the multi-disciplinary team including education, residential care, and clinical services
* To monitor progress and targets for individual student outcomes
Essential criteria
* Relevant experience of teaching pupils with Autistic Spectrum Condition and/or challenging behaviours
* Experience of teaching pupils with complex needs
* Staff management experience
* Effective budget management skills
* Degree and QTS
About Us
The Holden School is an independent specialist day school for pupils aged 5 to 16 with diverse needs in Lancashire, Manchester, and surrounding areas. We are a Therapeutic Led, Trauma-Informed School providing personalized curricula supported by dedicated teams and therapists.
We focus on nurturing pupils academically and socially, building confidence, and encouraging pride in achievements.
Part of Outcomes First Group, the UK's leading independent provider of specialist education, we are committed to delivering measurable outcomes and have been recognized as a 'Great Place to Work' for five consecutive years.
Why join Acorn Education?
Benefits include:
* Life Assurance
* Pension scheme with flexible options
* Wellbeing support services and health checks
* Flexible Benefits Platform with health, wellbeing, insurance benefits, discounts, Cycle to Work, Electric Car schemes, critical illness cover, and family support benefits
Joining us means making a positive impact on the lives of pupils and working in a supportive environment.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. All applicants will undergo social media checks and a fully enhanced DBS check.
Note: We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.
You will work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay. The 4DWW is subject to successful probation and is not a contractual benefit.
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