Assistant Head Teacher

Assistant Headteacher – Brand New PMLD School

Location: Dudley

Salary: £45,000 – £50,000 (Negotiable Depending on Experience)

Be part of something truly exciting. We are opening a brand-new specialist school in Dudley, created to empower children and young people with complex needs to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. We are now looking for a passionate, skilled, and motivated Assistant Headteacher to help shape our provision from day one.

About the school

This new school has been purpose-built to offer high-quality, therapeutic education for pupils who require tailored support. Working alongside a committed leadership team, you will play a vital role in establishing outstanding SEND practice from the ground up. If you want the opportunity to make a lasting impact and help build an exceptional environment for pupils and families, we’d love to hear from you.

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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Compass Associates Ltd is acting as a Recruitment Consultancy for this permanent vacancy. We offer a £200 John Lewis voucher for successful referrals following the completion of probation.