Call/email Jennifer at (url removed) or call (phone number removed) to get an application form to complete and send back to us.

Assistant Head of School

• Location: Backwell, Bristol
• Contract Type: Full-time/Permanent
• Hours: 40 hours per week
• Salary: 51,773 - 55,747 (L1 - L4)
• Preferred Start Date: 13th April 2026
• Closing Date: 27th January 2026

Call/email Jennifer at (url removed) or call (phone number removed) to get an application form to complete and send back to us.

School Staffing Solutions are proud to be recruiting an Assistant Head of School for a brand new SEN School which opening its doors in Autumn 2026, and we're looking for an experienced Assistant Head of School (Curriculum) to help make this vision a reality.

The school will be a nurturing, inclusive and ambitious school for children and young people aged 5-19 with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

The role:

As Assistant Head of School (Curriculum), you'll work closely with the Head of School, Principal, and Senior Leadership Team to lead and manage all aspects of teaching and learning. You'll take responsibility for driving high-quality teaching, improving standards of learning, and supporting staff to deliver an engaging curriculum that meets the needs of all learners.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading curriculum development and ensuring high standards of teaching and learning.
• Monitoring pupil progress and implementing strategies to secure improvement.
• Supporting CPD and mentoring staff to develop their practice.
• Contributing to school improvement planning and governance reporting.
• Line managing teachers and teaching assistants.
• Promoting a safe, inclusive, and aspirational learning environment.

Essential Qualifications

• Recognised teacher training qualification - PGCE/QTS or QTLS/Diploma in Teaching

Desirable Qualifications

• Accredited training in specific areas of special education, eg Autism, Dyslexia etc.
• Management/leadership qualification

Essential Experience

• Proven track record of excellent creative and structured teaching within special needs environment.
• Experience of holding responsibility for and turning policy into effective and successful practice.
• Leadership of a significant area or phase or inclusion, including responsibility for raising standards across the whole school.
• Effective team management and working collaboratively and effectively with others.
• Communicating effectively to a wide range of different audiences though a range of different mediums.
• Successful management of complex scenarios and conflict resolution
• Effective relationships working successfully with a range of external agencies

Desirable Experience

• Experience of teaching pupils with autism.
• Evidence of developing and delivering effective and inspirational professional development for staff including mentoring and coaching as appropriate.
• Evidence of contributing effectively to the work of the senior leadership team.
• A clear understanding of the essential qualities necessary for effective teaching and learning.
• Up to date knowledge of statutory regulations and guidance on education at school level, attainment, progress and assessment methods.

Whats on Offer:

Benefits:

• Full training and continued support
• Life assurance and pension
• Health cash back plan
• Car lease scheme
• Bike to work scheme
• Perk box
• Free parking

Apply today by sending your cv and we will send you an application form to complete and send back to us for proofing. We look forward to hearing from you!

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