Assistant Head Teacher

£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’s lots of ups and downs, and to 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 differenceGet out what you put in You’ll be working with children and young people withAutistic 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’ll be with you every step of the way, helping you build a rewarding teaching career.One of the best environments in SEND Opening inAutumn term2026, Ardenwood School will operate asthe primarycampus of The Secret Garden School, a n allthrough school, spanning primary and secondary across two sites.Ardenwood is 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 new exciting opportunity serves Coventry and the wider communities; you are at the heart of its development.Our aim is to ensure that every pupilwill continue to receivean outstanding educational experience, with individual progress, care and wellbeing at the centre of everything we do.What we do for you We know you’re going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the education sector. With us, you’ll get to bring learning to life and make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people – plus you’ll get: Training: A full induction and on the job trainingHoliday: You’ll work hard at WG, so you’ll be rewarded with full school holidaysProgression: If career development is your thing, most of our head teachers have been promoted from within our groupFlexible benefits: meaning you can increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance – check out our benefitshereWellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistanceMedical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discountsPension: we offer a range of pensions to suit your lifestyle needs including Teachers’ Pension and our very attractive TPS alternativeBeautiful working environments with the very best facilities – check out our schoolshereA recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every timeBring your whole-self to work Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs – and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. You’ll be more than an Assistant Head Teacher, you’ll be able to connect with our pupils because of: – You’llneed previous teaching experience and have Qualified Teacher Status – You’ll also need leadership and management experience – Your drive to raise the quality of teaching and learning – Your understanding of what good behaviours for learning look like – Your effective leadership and coaching skills – Your knowledge of how best to use your interpersonal skills to develop a strong staff teamInterested in joining us? At Witherslack Group, inclusion is part of who we are. We’re committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, valued and that they truly belong.As a specialist provider of education and care for children and young people with special educational needs, we understand the importance of embracing individuality and championing difference- especially when it comes to neurodiversity. 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 proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer and are committed to making our recruitment and workplace practices inclusive and accessible. If you need any adjustments to support you through the recruitment process or in the workplace, we’ll be there every step of the way.By building a diverse and inclusive team, we’re 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 (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community.For a full job description and person specification, please clickhereTo view our ex-offenders policy please clickhere.To view our Child Protection Policy, please visit the ‘Parents and Carers‘ section of this School/Learning centre. You can find all our Schoolshere.Special Education / Careers in Care / Careers in Special Education / Working with Children / SEMH / SEN / ASD