Head of Physical Development and Independence - Manor Green School
Location: Maidenhead. Reference: REQ02609.
Salary: TLR2a Basis Full time Package. Start date: September 2026. Posted: 08/06/2026.
Job Description
We are looking for an outstanding, experienced and dedicated Head of Physical Development and Independence.
Responsibilities
- Teach students with an Education, Health & Care Plan.
- Meet the person specification.
- Be able to meet key accountabilities set out in the Job Description.
- Have relevant experience.
- Use ICT effectively.
- Possess good organisational skills.
- Possess good communication skills.
Benefits
- Free on-site parking.
- Eye care and free flu vaccination voucher.
- Private contributory healthcare scheme.
- Staff awards and gift card nominations.
- Cycle to work scheme & IT equipment scheme (salary sacrifice).
- On-site café.
- Generous pension and life assurance schemes.
- Contractual Sick Pay.
- Free confidential mental health and wellbeing coaching and counselling services.
- Gym, food, entertainment, shopping and holiday discounts.
- Family-friendly policies.
- Diversity and inclusion & staff wellbeing groups.
- Christmas party and social events.
- Continuous professional development and sponsorship for professional qualifications, apprenticeships and free training - opportunities for growth.
Employer Information
Part of the Ascendancy Partnership Trust family of schools, Manor Green School is a large and highly successful special school educating some c300 students aged 2-19, who, due to their complex needs, require significant specialist support to succeed academically and achieve their full potential.
The school's mission statement is to be the Centre of Excellence for students with special educational needs.
EEO Statement
The Ascendancy Partnership Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening and safer recruitment checks appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the DBS. This position is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK. You will be invited for a volunteering day as part of the selection process.
