At Outcomes First Group, we believe in better work/life balance — and we’re putting wellbeing first.
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That’s why we’re 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.
Many of our schools have already introduced the 4DWW — and others are preparing to roll it out as soon as they reach full staffing. Assistant Headteacher
Location: Baston House School, Bromley, Kent BR2 7AB
5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Contract: Fixed Term ending July 2026; Term Time Only
As part of our continued growth in service, we are looking for an experienced Assistant Headteacher to join Baston House School on a fixed-term basis.
This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic leader who is passionate about delivering high-quality education in a specialist setting for pupils with varied needs. Working alongside the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team, you will provide clear, authentic leadership, support the development of individualised learning programmes, uphold the school’s strong safeguarding culture, and contribute strategically to the growth and success of the school.
You will have the opportunity to inspire and guide a multidisciplinary team, develop school-wide policies and practices, and ensure high standards of teaching, learning, and pastoral care. This role offers the chance to be innovative, creative, and impactful, helping every pupil reach their full potential.
Provide leadership and direction to teaching and support staff, promoting high standards across the school.
Collaborate with the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team to develop and implement the school’s vision, aims, and objectives.
Support curriculum planning and delivery, ensuring individualised learning pathways for pupils with complex needs.
Uphold the school’s safeguarding practices and act as a Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (training provided).
Monitor and evaluate teaching, learning, and pupil progress, providing guidance, feedback, and mentoring to staff.
Contribute to strategic planning, school improvement initiatives, and performance management.
Foster a positive, inclusive, and safe environment that encourages pupils’ academic, social, and emotional development.
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and degree level education.
Experience working in an SEN or specialist educational setting.
Passionate about making a tangible difference in the lives of young people.
Baston House is an independent day specialist provider of education and care for young people and adults aged 5 to 19 years who have been diagnosed with Autism (ASC).
Baston House School ensures that our school environment supports learning and promotes the well-being of pupils and staff through a strong sense of community cohesion. Creating a sense of community, develop social understanding, improve well-being, enhance academic achievement, and develop independence are at the root of our school community. We work hard to provide a safe school where pupils are included in every aspect of school life.
For over 16 years Options Autism have provided care and education to pupils and adults with autism, complex needs and learning difficulties. 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.
Why join Options Autism?
We place the outcomes of the pupils in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you’ll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.
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 that’s right for you, including:
~ A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
~100’s 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.
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.