Assistant Head Teacher

Company: WG060 Witherslack Group Ltd
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Location: Chigwell
Job Description:

£72,858 – £76,154 + excellent benefits

About the role

Assistant Head Teachers at Witherslack Group work with children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder and 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 plans in place to see that our young people leave feeling proud of what they’ve achieved.

Responsibilities

  • Work directly with students who have Autistic Spectrum Disorder and SEMH needs.
  • Support the Head Teacher in setting the vision for the school and in developing and implementing strategies.
  • Ensure the school has the right people and plans so pupils achieve positive outcomes.

Qualifications

  • Previous teaching experience and Qualified Teacher Status.
  • Leadership and management experience.
  • Drive to raise the quality of teaching and learning.
  • Understanding of what good behaviours for learning look like.
  • Effective leadership and coaching skills.
  • Knowledge of how to use interpersonal skills to develop a strong staff team.

Benefits

  • Full induction and on‑the‑job training.
  • Full school holidays.
  • Career progression within the Witherslack Group.
  • Flexible benefits (e.g., life insurance).
  • Well‑being tools and employee assistance.
  • Medical cover for opticians, dentist and other health costs.
  • Pension options including Teachers’ Pension and TPS alternative.
  • High‑end brand‑new facilities at Luxborough Court School.

Our commitment to diversity

Inclusion is part of who we are. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and abilities, and are committed to making recruitment and workplace practices inclusive and accessible.

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. The post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

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Posted: June 14th, 2026