Establishment: Redwood River School
Location: Dartington TQ9 6EA
Salary: 55,000
Job Type: Full Time
Closing Date: 31/08/2025 15:06
Start Date: 03/11/2025
Assistant Headteacher – Redwood River School (SEMH Specialist Provision)
Redwood River School is seeking an experienced and committed Assistant Headteacher to join our Senior Leadership Team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of our independent specialist provision for pupils with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs.
About the Role
You will support the Headteacher in leading and managing the school to the highest professional standards, helping to drive strategic improvement while modelling high expectations across the school.
Key responsibilities include:
* Supporting whole-school development, curriculum oversight and day-to-day organisation
* Coordinating assessment and staff cover
* Line managing Heads of Faculty and contributing to performance management
* Teaching responsibility of up to 40%
This role requires energy, empathy, resilience and a strong commitment to inclusive, pupil-centred practice.
We are looking for someone who:
* Has successful senior leadership experience in a school environment
* Understands the needs of pupils with SEMH and additional vulnerabilities
* Can motivate, challenge and support colleagues across all levels
* Demonstrates a collaborative, forward-thinking approach to leadership and school improvement
Join us at Redwood River School and help lead a passionate, skilled team who are transforming the lives of our learners every day.
Redwood River School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references.
We are also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Application Process
Submit your application today through our simple process:
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