Assistant Headteacher

Assistant Headteacher – SEN College

Bromsgrove, Worcestershire

£45,000 – £50,000 per annum

Full-time, Permanent

Are you an experienced and passionate education leader ready to make a real impact in a specialist setting?

I'm currently seeking an Assistant Headteacher for an established SEN College in Bromsgrove to join their Senior Leadership Team. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead on teaching, learning, and safeguarding, supporting students aged 14–19 with special educational needs, particularly Autism.

The Role

As Assistant Headteacher, you will:

• Play a key role in the Senior Leadership Team, driving high standards and continuous improvement across the College.
• Provide exemplary leadership in teaching and learning, ensuring outstanding classroom practice throughout.
• Oversee curriculum development, assessment, and pupil progress tracking.
• Support and develop teaching staff through coaching, appraisals, and professional development.
• Lead on safeguarding, wellbeing, and inclusion initiatives.
• Maintain strong relationships with external agencies, professional services, and community partners.
• Deliver a small teaching timetable, modelling best practice.

About You

We’re looking for someone who:

• Holds QTS or QTLS.
• Has a minimum of two years’ experience working within a SEN or specialist provision.
• Brings a deep understanding of the OFSTED framework and independent school standards.
• Is passionate about improving outcomes for young people with SEND.
• Has proven experience leading teams, managing behaviour effectively, and driving high-quality teaching.
• Demonstrates strong safeguarding knowledge and experience.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary of £45,000 – £50,000
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Funded training and qualifications to support your continued professional development
• Wellbeing and employee benefits scheme
• Blue Light discount card and exclusive staff discounts
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Life assurance

Contact Details

If this exciting opportunity sounds like the right fit for you, please contact Jordanna Osborn on 02394211147 Alternatively, email an updated CV to josborn@compassltd.co.uk.

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