£72,858 -
£76,154 + excellent
benefitsThose
Huge Small VictoriesOur
Assistant Head Teachers are fulfilled by the idea of making even
the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate
the little things. There’s lots of ups and downs, and to some of
our young people, sitting through a lesson can be a big win. We
call these huge small victories and whilst they may seem small on
the surface, they add up to make a big
differenceGet
out what you put inYou’ll be
working with children and young people with Autistic
Spectrum Disorder/Social, Emotional and Mental Health
needs. Alongside the Head Teacher, you’ll set the
vision for the future of the school, ensuring we have the right
people and plansin place to see that our young people
leave feeling proud of what they’ve achieved. You will need to be
resilient and dedicated, but those huge small victories that you
achieve will be something you’re really proud
of.It can be a tough journey,
but the positive steps forward will more than make up for it. As an
Assistant Head Teacher at Witherslack Group, you’ll get all the
support you need to succeed, from the broader management team, to a
range of supporting specialists. Your colleagues will be the best
at what they do, the school environments will be well-resourced and
we’ll be with you every step of the way, helping you build a
rewarding teaching
career.One
of the best environments in
SENDLuxborough Court School
is a brand-new, purpose-built school registered for 150 pupils aged
5 – 19 with Autistic Spectrum Disorder. There is a large
sports hall with changing facilities (the site was formally a
Premier League football club’s training ground), a bespoke 6th form
suite plus a number of other smaller individual spaces used for
therapeutic intervention and bespoke support. The School benefits
from extensive outdoor space plus a large central courtyard garden
in the centre of the school and separate secondary and junior
playgrounds, with a multi-use games
area.There are good public
transport connections with Chigwell Station less than a mile away,
providing Central Line Tube services to London and Essex. The road
links are good - the site is located near the M11, Junction
4.What
we do for youWe know you’re
going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we
reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the
education sector. With us, you’ll get to bring learning to life and
make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people – plus
you’ll get:Training: A full
induction and on the job
trainingHoliday: You’ll
work hard at WG, so you’ll be rewarded with full school
holidaysProgression: If
career development is your thing, most of our head teachers have
been promoted from within our
groupFlexible benefits:
meaning you can increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance –
check out our benefits hereWellbeing:
a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee
assistanceMedical cover so
you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist
appointment and a host of high-street
discountsPension: we
offer a range of pensions to suit your lifestyle needs including
Teachers’ Pension and our very attractive TPS
alternativeBeautiful
working environments with the very best facilities – check out our
schools hereA
recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every
timeBring
your whole-self to workOur young
people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with
different needs – and our workforce reflects that diversity, so
that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people
to be themselves. You’ll be more than an Assistant Head Teacher,
you’ll be able to connect with our pupils because
of:- You’ll need previous teaching
experience and have Qualified Teacher Status- You’ll
also need leadership and management experience-
Your drive to raise the quality of teaching and
learning- Your understanding of what good
behaviours for learning look like- Your
effective leadership and coaching skills- Your
knowledge of how best to use your interpersonal skills to develop a
strong staff
team Interested
in joining us?At Witherslack
Group, inclusion is part of who we are. We’re committed to creating
an environment where everyone feels respected, valued and that they
truly belong.As a specialist
provider of education and care for children and young people with
special educational needs, we understand the importance of
embracing individuality and championing difference- especially when
it comes to neurodiversity. We celebrate diverse perspectives,
lived experiences, and the unique strengths that each person brings
to our community.We welcome
applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and
abilities. We are proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer
and are committed to making our recruitment and workplace practices
inclusive and accessible. If you need any adjustments to support
you through the recruitment process or in the workplace, we’ll be
there every step of the
way.By building a diverse and
inclusive team, we’re better able to support the children, young
people and families we serve and ensure every member of our team
can thrive, grow, and be their authentic
self.The Witherslack
Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its
young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we
will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal
opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of
the
community.For
a full job description and person specification, please click here.To
view our ex-offenders policy please click here. To
view our Child Protection Policy, please visit the 'Parents and
Carers' section of this School/Learning centre. You can find all
our Schools here.Special
Education / Careers in Care / Careers in Special Education /
Working with Children / SEMH / SEN / ASD