Deputy Head Teacher in Halifax

£64,691 - £71,330 + excellent benefits. This role is due to commence in January 2027.

Our Deputy 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 our young people, sitting through a lesson can be a big win. We call these huge small victories, and whilst they may seem small on the surface, they add up to make a big difference.

You will be working with children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder/Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. Alongside the Head Teacher, you will 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 have achieved. You will need to be resilient and dedicated, but those huge small victories that you achieve will be something you are really proud of.

As a Deputy Head Teacher at Witherslack Group, you will 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, and the school environments will be well-resourced, helping you build a rewarding teaching career.

Millcourt School is an independent specialist day school based in Shelf, Yorkshire, providing high-quality education for pupils with social communication difficulties, including those with autism and its associated needs. Many pupils may also experience challenges with emotional regulation, sensory processing, anxiety, and behaviours that arise from difficulties with communication, understanding, and social interaction.

We are committed to fostering a strong sense of belonging, achievement, and success, ensuring that every pupil feels safe, respected, and included. Through high expectations, positive relationships, and personalised support, we help pupils develop the confidence, communication skills, and independence needed to thrive in school and beyond.

What we do for you:

• Training: A full induction and on-the-job training.
• Holiday: Full school holidays.
• Progression: Most of our head teachers have been promoted from within our group.
• Flexible benefits: Increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance.
• Pension: A range of pensions to suit your lifestyle needs.
• Wellbeing: A host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance.
• Medical cover for costs like opticians or dentist appointments.
• Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities.
• A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time.

Our young people come from all walks of life, with diverse backgrounds and a wide range of needs. Our workforce reflects that diversity, enabling our teams to engage, encourage, and inspire every young person to be themselves. To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and previous teaching experience.
• Significant Senior Leadership Team (SLT) experience, ideally at Assistant Headteacher level or above.
• Significant experience working with children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
• Ideally, experience working across both primary and secondary phases within a whole-school setting.
• A minimum of two years' leadership and management experience.
• A strong focus on achieving positive outcomes for young people.
• A creative and flexible approach to teaching, learning, and school leadership.
• A passion for raising the quality of teaching and learning across the school.
• A clear understanding of effective behaviours for learning.
• Effective leadership, coaching, and mentoring skills.

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 welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. We are proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer and are committed to making our recruitment and workplace practices inclusive and accessible.

The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community.