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Deputy Head Teacher at Witherslack Group
Our Deputy Head Teachers are fulfilled by making positive changes in our young people, celebrating small victories that add up to a big difference.
Salary: £62,202 - £68,586 + excellent benefits
Our Philosophy
We believe in the power of "Huge Small Victories" — small steps that lead to significant progress. Working with children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder and Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs, you'll set the vision for the school's future, ensuring our students leave feeling proud of their achievements. Resilience and dedication are essential, but the rewards are immense.
Support and Environment
Joining Witherslack Group means you'll have the support of a broader management team, specialists, and well-resourced environments. Our colleagues are experts in their fields, and we're committed to helping you build a rewarding career in education.
About Castlefell School
Our new Castlefell School is a state-of-the-art facility catering primarily to children with SEMH and moderate learning needs, providing education for up to 50 pupils aged 8 to 16. Located in Rudgeway, it serves the wider community with a focus on outstanding education and individual progress.
Benefits
* Full induction and on-the-job training
* School holidays off, rewarding your hard work
* Career progression opportunities, often from within
* Flexible benefits, including options to tailor your benefits package
* Range of pension schemes, including Teachers’ Pension and attractive alternatives
* Wellbeing tools and employee assistance
* Medical cover for opticians, dentists, and discounts
* Modern facilities and environments
* £1,000 bonus for referring a friend
Our Diversity
We value diversity and inclusion, reflecting the backgrounds of our pupils. To succeed in this role, you should have:
* Previous teaching experience and Qualified Teacher Status
* At least 2 years of leadership and management experience
* A drive to improve teaching and learning quality
* Understanding of positive behavior for learning
* Strong leadership and coaching skills
* Effective interpersonal skills to develop a staff team
Join Us
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our young people. This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check (cost covered) and online search. We welcome applications from all community sections.
For the full job description and person specification, please click here.
Our policies are available for review: Ex-offenders Policy, Child Protection Policy. Find all our schools here.
Keywords: Special Education, Careers in Care, Working with Children, SEMH, SEN, ASD
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