Assistant Headteacher

Oakleigh School is looking to appoint a dynamic, resilient and creative Interim Assistant Headteacher. This is an exceptional opportunity to contribute to the continued development of our thriving special school. At Oakleigh we are passionate about our vision. We are looking for someone who will contribute towards our continued success, and who is willing to embrace and develop our mission of ‘Being the best we can be’. High levels of emotional intelligence, resilience and flexibility are a key in this demanding yet exciting job. You will be ambitious for the pupils but also for yourself. You will need a strong track record of working within the SEN sector and excellent school wide leadership skills. You will need the drive and enthusiasm to help develop the school and build on its achievements and support the vision and ethos of the school. You will need experience of improving teaching and learning, curriculum development and experience of teaching children with profound and multiple learning difficulties as a desirable. What we will offer: 136 amazing children. A supportive and experienced senior leadership team Career growth and development including induction and training that will be tailored to your needs Warm and positive working environment within a diverse school community To find out more about the role please contact the Headteacher, Clare Power. Part-time applications will be considered. Oakleigh School is committed to safeguarding children and staff and all standard recruitment screening processes will apply to this post. s