Assistant Headteacher - (Thornycroft SEN School - Oldham
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SOC 2316 is an eligible occupation, but we are only 53% sure that is the right code. HORIZON CARE AND EDUCATION SERVICES LIMITED is a licensed sponsor, so if the code fits, the role should qualify. Check the occupation eligibility rules against what the job actually involves.
This could also be SOC 2321 (Head teachers and principals) or SOC 2313 (Secondary education teaching professionals). We read the code off the advert, so it is our best guess, not the employer's.
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What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2316 Special and additional needs education teaching professionals Most likely code | £25,000 Clears | £25,000 Clears | £25,000 Clears | £25,000 Clears |
2321 Head teachers and principals Also possible | £25,000 Clears | £25,000 Clears | £25,000 Clears | £25,000 Clears |
2313 Secondary education teaching professionals Also possible | £25,000 Clears | £25,000 Clears | £25,000 Clears | £25,000 Clears |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. A mark is for the top of the advertised pay. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
Job Introduction
Assistant Headteacher — Thornycroft School (Pastoral Lead)
Join us to shape a new, high-quality specialist provision and make a real difference to pupils with SEMH by leading behaviour, attitudes and pastoral development.
Please submit a brief covering letter with CV
About Thornycroft School
- Independent specialist day school for pupils aged 5–19 with EHC plans and SEMH needs.
- Capacity: up to 70 pupils, growing via a carefully managed phased model to ensure high-quality induction, staffing, therapeutic support and curriculum pathways.
- Part of the Horizon Care & Education Group, with strong central support in SEND, curriculum, safeguarding and governance.
- Our mission: “A nurturing school community where we inspire and learn together.” Values: Compassionate, Inspiring, Dependable, Collaborative.
About the role — Assistant Headteacher (Pastoral Lead)
You will be a senior leader with primary responsibility for behaviour, attitudes and pastoral provision across the Thornycroft family. You will model and embed our values in everything we do, drive high expectations and create a culture where pupils feel safe, supported and ready to learn.
About you — the ideal candidate
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS) with SLT experience in an SEN/Specialist setting, ideally with SEMH experience.
- Strong, demonstrable expertise in safeguarding, behaviour management and pastoral systems.
- Skilled in restorative practice, trauma-informed approaches and multi-disciplinary working.
- A values-driven leader who models high expectations and builds positive, solution-focused relationships with pupils, families and staff.
- Experience developing enrichment, community partnerships and pathways that support preparation for adulthood.
Key responsibilities
- Lead behaviour and attitudes: design, implement and monitor a restorative behaviour strategy that enables pupils to learn, reflect, and grow. Ensure consistent application across the school.
- Model and instill school values: champion Compassionate, Inspiring, Dependable and Collaborative practice in staff and pupils; lead staff briefings, coaching and culture-setting activities.
- Pastoral leadership: develop and line-manage the staff team, family liaison and mentoring arrangements; ensure timely multi-agency working and strong parent/carer engagement.
- Cultural capital and enrichment: create rich, meaningful experiences that broaden pupils’ horizons, build aspirations and foster social and cultural awareness; develop links with local and wider community partners, employers and colleges.
- Safeguarding and welfare: work with the Headteacher and DSL to maintain robust safeguarding systems and timely responses to concerns; lead on welfare, attendance, and early intervention strategies.
- Drive standards: lead on attitudes to learning, punctuality and attendance improvement; analyse behaviour and wellbeing data to target interventions and demonstrate impact.
- Restorative practice: embed restorative conversations and communication strategies tailored to pupils’ communication profiles, supported by speech and language colleagues and therapists.
- Professional development: mentor and coach staff in trauma-informed approaches, de-escalation techniques and restorative practice; plan and deliver relevant CPD.
- Policy and compliance: ensure pastoral, behaviour and safeguarding policies are current, clearly communicated and OFSTED-aligned; contribute to quality assurance and reporting.
What we offer
- A senior pastoral leadership role with real scope to shape culture and outcomes in a new specialist school.
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Closing date: 16 October 2026
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Where this offer sits in the market
Special and additional needs education teaching professionals (SOC 2316) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~34k in sample- Middle half £38,480–54,548
- Median £48,932
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