Elm Tree Primary Academy is a brand new special school in Sandwell for autistic pupils from Reception to Year 6 who have additional learning needs in Friar Park Road Wednesbury. This is a very exciting opportunity for Victoria Academies Trust who are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and highly motivated Assistant Head Teacher. We welcome applications from teachers with a range of experience in working with autistic pupils with additional learning needs. The position will allow the successful candidate to be part of a small team and grow with the school as it reaches its full capacity by September 2025 We are looking for candidates who are: • Creative thinkers, passionate, committed and have the determination to secure the best possible outcomes for every child • Have the experience and skills to work with autistic pupils • Energetic, positive and have the ability to work effectively as part of our team • Willing to go the extra mile to make great things happen for our children Main Purpose The assistant headteacher will support the headteacher in: Communicating the school’s vision compellingly and supporting the headteacher’s strategic leadership The day-to-day management of the school Formulating the aims and objectives of the school Supporting teaching and learning across the school Establishing policies for achieving these aims and objectives Managing staff and resources to that end Monitoring progress towards the achievement of the school’s aims and objectives Act as Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead as per separate job description This will be a class based post. School teachers are required to carry out the duties set out in the Teachers Pay and Conditions document. This Job description reflects the national teacher standards for qualified teacher status. It may be amended at any appropriate time, following consultation between the head teacher and teacher, and will be reviewed annually. Priorities relating for performance managements objectives will be identified in the performance management documentation. Leadership time will be allocated in order to carry out the responsibilities of the post. They may also be required to undertake any of the duties delegated from the headteacher. We can offer the successful candidates: A commitment to continuing professional development A supportive and hardworking staff team A welcoming and supportive, and highly motivated team Opportunities to network with teachers across the Trust Happy to discuss flexible working subject to the operational requirements of the role Access to our VAT employee benefits platform Applicants are strongly encouraged to visit the school. To arrange a viewing, please contact office@elmtree.victrust.org Please note that a class observation will be required as part of the interview process. To apply for this post please follow this link where you will be directed to MyNewTerm website: https://mynewterm.com/jobs/149156/EDV-2026-ETPA-98260 Supervisory Responsibility The post holder will be responsible for the supervision and deployment of teaching assistants within the class team. School teachers are required to carry out the duties set out in the Teachers Pay and Conditions document. An online search will be undertaken on all shortlisted candidates. This search does not form part of the shortlisting process and you will have the opportunity to discuss any issues of concern that may arise from this search at the interview. This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement of the role. Rehabilitation of Offenders Act This post is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Appointment to this post is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure which confirms the appointee is not on the Children’s Barred list being obtained. If you are shortlisted you will be asked to disclose any convictions, cautions, reprimands or final warnings that are not "protected" as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013) Hours- Full Time Grade- Leadership L5 – L9 £57,137 to £63,070 Location- Elm Tree Primary Academy Friar Park Road Wednesbury WS10 0TB Contract- Permanent Closing Date- Sunday 8th February 2026