£60,145 – £66,368+ excellent benefits Those Huge Small Victories
Our Assistant Head Teachers are fulfilled by the idea of making even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. There are lots of ups and downs, and for some of them sitting through a lesson can be a big win. We call these huge small victories and while they may seem small on the surface, they add up to make a big difference.
You’ll be working with children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder/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. You will need to be resilient and dedicated, but those huge small victories that you achieve will be something you’re really proud of.
It can be a tough journey, but the positive steps forward will more than make up for it. As an Assistant Head Teacher at Witherslack Group, you’ll get all the support you need to succeed, from the broader management team, to a range of supporting specialists. Your colleagues will be the best at what they do, the school environments will be well‑resourced and we will be with you every step of the way, helping you build a rewarding teaching career.
We are proud to announce our plans to expand the Secret Garden school opening in the autumn of 2026. This will take the form of a purpose‑built, state‑of‑the‑art primary campus and will cater for up to 40 pupils with a wide range of needs, including autism and social, emotional and mental health needs. This exciting new opportunity will continue to serve Coventry and the wider communities and will further enhance the first‑class service that Secret Garden has always delivered.
Our aim is to ensure that every pupil will continue to receive an outstanding educational experience, with individual progress, care and wellbeing at the centre of everything we do.
Benefits
- Training: A full induction and on‑the‑job training
- Holiday: You will receive full school holidays
- Progression: If career development is your thing, most of our head teachers have been promoted from within our group
- Flexible benefits: Life insurance and other benefits such as dental and optician cover
- Wellbeing: A host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance
- Medical cover: You can claim back the cost of things like an optician or dentist appointment and a host of high‑street discounts
- Pension: We offer a range of pensions to suit your lifestyle needs including Teachers Pension and a very attractive TPS alternative
- Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities
- Referral scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus each time you recommend a friend who joins
Requirements
- Previous teaching experience and Qualified Teacher Status
- Leadership and management experience
- A drive to raise the quality of teaching and learning
- An understanding of what good behaviours for learning look like
- Effective leadership and coaching skills
- Strong interpersonal skills to develop a strong staff team
At Witherslack Group, inclusion is part of who we are. We are committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, valued and that they truly belong.
We are a specialist provider of education and care for children and young people with special educational needs. We celebrate diverse perspectives, lived experiences and the unique strengths that each person brings to our community.
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and abilities. We are an inclusive employer and are committed to making our recruitment and workplace practices accessible. If you need any adjustments to support you through the recruitment process or in the workplace, we will be there every step of the way.
By building a diverse and inclusive team, we are better able to support the children, young people and families we serve and ensure every member of our team can thrive, grow and be their authentic self.
The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (the cost will be covered) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community.
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