Assistant Headteacher - Culture & Wellbeing in Stoke-On-Trent

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Assistant Headteacher Culture and Wellbeing
?Location: Edison Pace School, Wellesley Street, Shelton, ST1 4NF
?Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
?Start Date: September 2025
?Salary: £47,250 – £50,400

About Us

Edison Pace School is a specialist SEND provision committed to providing inclusive, trauma-informed education for students withSEMH, ASD, and ADHD. We are a values-led school dedicated to wellbeing, creativity, and positive outcomes for all.

We are currently seeking a passionate and strategicAssistant Headteacher Culture and Wellbeingto join our senior leadership team. This is a unique opportunity to shape whole-school culture and lead on wellbeing for students and staff alike.

What Youll Do

As Assistant Headteacher, your responsibilities will include:

Strategic Leadership

• Lead and implement a whole-school wellbeing strategy aligned with SEND needs.
• Promote a restorative, inclusive school culture with student wellbeing at its core.
• Coach and support teaching staff in effective practice and curriculum delivery.

Culture and Ethos

• Champion trauma-informed practice through staff training and leadership.
• Promote diversity, equity, and student voice across all aspects of school life.
• Use data and feedback to measure the impact of wellbeing and culture initiatives.

Wellbeing and Pastoral Support

• Lead systems to support pupil mental health, behaviour, and emotional regulation.
• Design initiatives that promote staff wellbeing and resilience.
• Work collaboratively with families, external agencies, and pastoral teams.

Leadership & Safeguarding

• Line manage pastoral/therapeutic staff and support school improvement planning.
• Act as Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL).
• Support the delivery of CPD related to trauma-informed practice and behaviour.

What Were Looking For

Essential:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Strong knowledge of SEMH, ASD, and ADHD
• Experience leading wellbeing or cultural initiatives
• Committed to trauma-informed, inclusive, and restorative practices

Desirable:

• Experience in a leadership role in a specialist or inclusive setting
• Experience working with families and multi-agency teams
• DSL/DDSL training (or willingness to train)

Skills & Attributes:

• High emotional intelligence and empathy
• Ability to lead, inspire, and build trust
• Excellent communication and strategic thinking
• Passion for inclusion and safeguarding

What We Offer

• A forward-thinking school with a clear vision and purpose
• Supportive senior leadership team and opportunities for progression
• A strong focus on staff wellbeing, CPD, and leadership development
• A chance to make a lasting impact on students\’ lives

Edison Pace School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.