Assistant Head Teacher, SEN (Permanent)

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At Outcomes First Group, we believe in better work/life balance — and we’re putting wellbeing first.
That’s why we’re proud to be part of a 4-Day Working Week (4DWW) trial, where you can work one day less each week (or equivalent hours), while still receiving your full-time pay.
Many of our schools have already introduced the 4DWW — and others are preparing to roll it out as soon as they reach full staffing. Job Title: Deputy Headteacher
Groveside School, Reading, Berkshire, RG2 7AY
Salary: Up to £55,000 per annum plus £1,000 Welcome Bonus**
Hours: 37.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday
Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only
We are seeking an experienced, inspiring Deputy Headteacher to join our amazing team at Groveside School and play a pivotal role in shaping an ambitious, inclusive, and high-performing school culture.
As Deputy Headteacher, you will provide strategic leadership across curriculum, creativity, and personal development. You will support the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team in driving high standards of teaching, learning, behaviour, and staff development, while promoting trauma-informed and restorative approaches across the school.
You will play a key role in shaping the school’s curriculum and personal development offer, ensuring high standards of teaching, learning, and behaviour are consistently achieved. You will drive strategic initiatives and school improvement plans, fostering a culture of collaboration, ambition, and inclusion. By building strong, positive relationships with pupils, families, and staff, you will create an environment where everyone can thrive. You will also inspire, coach, and develop staff, empowering them to deliver excellence and make a lasting impact on the lives of every pupil.
Inspirational school leader with a clear vision for curriculum and pupil outcomes
Qualified Teacher (QTS) with outstanding classroom experience
Creative thinker who brings learning to life for pupils
A supportive, collaborative, and values-driven school culture
High-quality induction and ongoing professional development
The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on pupils’ lives
Clear opportunities for career progression
This role is ideal for a passionate leader ready to take the next step and help deliver exceptional outcomes for every pupil.
Groveside School is a Brand-New Special Educational Needs School for Pupils 7 - 16 years old with Social, Emotional and Mental Health Needs. Our school opened in September 2024 and will cater for 60 pupils. 
To the ideal candidate, Groveside School offers the following opportunities:
To work in a school that is passionate about all achievement for all pupils.
To work with fantastic pupils who enjoy a dynamic and engaging curriculum.
To engage collaboratively within a very supportive environment where professional development is an essential aspect of our daily practice.
To be committed to creating exceptional pupil experiences and learning for all.
We are part of Acorn Education   and can offer plenty of challenges along with a wide range of opportunities to develop your career. Acorn Education is the UK’s leading provider of specialist education for children and young people with special educational needs. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in creating and delivering innovative approaches that achieve measurable outcomes for those in our care. 
Why join Acorn Education?
We place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you’ll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others.
We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.
Life Assurance
~ Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
~“Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks​

And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that’s right for you, including:
~ A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
~100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
~ Cycle to Work Schemes
~ Electric Car Purchase Scheme
~ Critical illness cover
~ Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.

4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit 
**Welcome Bonus is payable as one payment of £500 after completion of month three (3) and one further payment of £500 upon completion of your final probation period - month six (6) or later. Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.
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Location:
Reading, Berkshire
Job Type:
PartTime

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