Deputy Headteacher

How would you like to be paid for five days but only work four*?Our colleagues’ wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do at OFG, so we’re always looking for new ways to improve everyone’s work/life balance. We’re taking part in a trial of the 4-Day Working Week, meaning that you could be working one day less a week (or equivalent).4DWW will be rolled out within our school, when we have a full complement of staff, and within the next year – so there’s never been a more exciting time to join us #teamOFG!Job Title: Deputy Headteacher Location: Applemore Lodge, Dibden, SouthamptonSalary: Up to £55,000 per annum dependent on experienceHours: 40 hours per week; Monday - Friday Contract: Permanent; Term Time onlyUK Applicants onlyAre you a Deputy Headteacher committed to improving the lives of pupils and young people? We are looking for an experienced Deputy Headteacher to join our fantastic team at our New Options School - Applemore Lodge in Southampton. Our New Options School will provide support for pupils with a variety of complex needs including Autism. Job PurposeTo provide a high-quality education service for our students in accordance with Company policies, procedures and practices and the standards set by the Regulatory Body. To work with the Head Teacher, leadership team and other stakeholders to secure high standards throughout the school.Key Task Areas and ResponsibilitiesTo comply with good safeguarding procedures and principles as detailed by the local safeguarding boardTo participate in the process of assessment of referralsTo act as overall curriculum coordinator and manager across the schoolTo act as the lead teacher for the positive support of behaviour that may challengeTo work as a key member of the multi-disciplinary team which encompasses education, residential care and the clinical teamTo monitor progress and targets to ensure that each individual student can achieve planned outcomesEssential criteriaRelevant experience of teaching pupils and young people with Autistic spectrum condition and/or challenging behavioursRelevant experience of teaching pupils and young people with complex needsExperience of managing staffManaging budgets effectively and ensuring cost efficiencyDegree and QTSAbout usOur New Options Primary School - Applemore Lodge will have capacity for 40 pupils and is due to open in September 2024. We're recruiting for a Deputy Headteacher to assist the Headteacher in setting up and growing our new school from Easter 2024.For over 16 years Options Autism have provided care and education to pupils, young people and adults with autism, complex needs and learning difficulties. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care.Please see job description for more details and information. To learn more about Outcomes First Group, Acorn Education and Care and Options Autism please visit our website for more information: (url removed) Why join Options Autism?BenefitsYour health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including:Life AssurancePension 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 checksAnd 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 benefits100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroadCycle to Work SchemesElectric Car Purchase SchemeCritical illness coverAnd that’s not all, 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 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.*You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. #1
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