Assistant Headteacher - Mill Ford School

Assistant Headteacher – Mill Ford School

• Multiple Locations
• Full Time
• Leadership Scale Points 6 – 8: £56,316 – £59,167 FTE (dependent on experience)

Required to start September 2025.

Description: Inspiring Leadership Opportunity for a Special School Assistant Headteacher

This position will be based at Mill Ford Riverside located in St Budeaux.

Are you an experienced and passionate educator looking for the next step in your leadership journey? Do you have the drive to make a profound impact on the lives of children with severe and profound learning needs?

Mill Ford School is seeking a dynamic and dedicated Assistant Headteacher to lead and inspire within our specialist provision, based in a thriving mainstream primary school. This is an exciting opportunity to join a committed team, ensuring exceptional education for primary-aged pupils with complex learning needs while also playing a pivotal role in improving whole-school attendance.

The Role:
As Assistant Headteacher, you will:

• Teach & Lead – Deliver high-quality, engaging learning experiences for primary-aged children with severe and profound learning needs. Support and develop an outstanding curriculum tailored to individual needs.
• Inspire & Support – Lead and mentor staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team. Champion best practices in SEND education.
• Drive Attendance Improvement – Take strategic responsibility for whole-school attendance, developing initiatives that support engagement and reduce absence.
• Work in Partnership – Collaborate with colleagues, promoting inclusion and shared learning. Engage with parents, carers, and external professionals to provide holistic support for every child.

About You:

• Qualified teacher with leadership experience in a special education setting.
• Passionate about SEND, with expertise in supporting children with severe and profound learning difficulties.
• A strategic thinker with the ability to lead whole-school attendance improvements.
• Committed to building a nurturing, inclusive environment where every child can thrive.
• A confident communicator who can engage with staff, families, and multi-agency professionals.

If you would like to discuss this role further please contact Claire Wills, Headteacher, via the school. The Headteacher will also host a visit to Mill Ford Riverside for potential applicants on Wednesday 12th March 2025 . If you would like to book a space for the visit please contact the school.

We are committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people, and expect all staff to share this commitment – all appointments are subject to a number of safeguarding checks including an enhanced DBS disclosure.

Interview Date: Wednesday 2nd April 2025 . Candidates invited to interview should be aware that the interview process will take place over the course of a full day.

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