Assistant Headteacher ( with teaching responsibilities ) - SEMH School
Salary: Up to £50,000
Location: Barnsley
About the school
We are a Good-rated 20 place bespoke SEMH school with a strong, stable team, excellent systems and processes, and a genuine commitment to staff wellbeing and culture. As we prepare for future growth, we are looking for a dynamic and passionate Assistant Headteacher to join our leadership team.
About the Role
This is a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic leader who thrives in a small, nurturing environment and wants to make a significant impact. The Assistant Head will play a key role in the day-to-day running of the school while maintaining meaningful classroom contact.
Key Responsibilities
* Balance leadership duties with a teaching commitment.
* Oversee high-quality teaching and learning across the school.
* Drive curriculum development, ensuring it meets the needs of our SEMH learners.
* Lead and support CPD initiatives for staff.
* Conduct learning walks and provide feedback to develop teaching practice.
* Manage small teaching teams effectively, fostering a collaborative and positive staff culture.
* Contribute to strategic planning and support the Headteacher in the continued improvement and expansion of the school.
About You
* Hold a QTS or equivalent qualification
* Proven experience leading or developing a team, within a specialist SEN/SEMH setting.
* The ability to inspire, coach, and support colleagues to deliver high-quality teaching.
* A track record of contributing to whole-school improvement, teaching and learning initiatives, or curriculum development.
* Strong organisational and communication skills, with the ability to balance classroom commitments with leadership responsibilities.
* A reflective, resilient, and relational approach to working with both students and staff.
Contact Details:
To apply, or for more information and an informal confidential discussion please contact Jordanna Osborn at 02394211147 or josborn@compassltd.co.uk
Compass Recruitment Solutions Ltd is acting as a Recruitment Consultancy for this permanent vacancy; we offer £200 John Lewis vouchers for each successful recommendation.