Deputy Headteacher
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 12 Awst 2025 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | Heb ei nodi |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | Up to £55,000.00 per annum |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 01 Medi 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | Birmingham, West Midlands |
| Gweithio o bell: | Ar y safle yn unig |
| Cwmni: | Acorn Care and Education |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 285788FAJ |
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Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only
UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.
As part of our continued growth, we are delighted to offer an exciting opportunity for a passionate and experienced Deputy Headteacher to join the founding leadership team at Penny Tree School, a brand-new specialist provision within the Options Autism family.
This is a rare opportunity to contribute to the setup and leadership of a new school from the ground up—helping to shape its culture, curriculum, and future.
About the Role
Working alongside the Headteacher, you will play a key role in launching, establishing, and growing Penny Tree School into a high-quality, nurturing learning environment for pupils with complex learning needs, including autism and social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) challenges.
You will:
Support in the leadership and day-to-day management of the school
Drive excellence in teaching, learning, and outcomes for all pupils
Ensure compliance with the Independent School Standards and the Education Inspection Framework
Build and lead high-performing teams through clear vision and strategic direction
Embed a culture of safeguarding, accountability, and high expectations
Contribute to the design and delivery of a broad, balanced, and ambitious curriculum
Develop strong relationships with families, local authorities, and external partners
Who We're Looking For
We are seeking a confident and inspiring leader who:
Holds UK QTS (or equivalent)
Has experience working with children and young people with autism, SEMH, or other complex learning needs
Understands how these needs impact learning and classroom behaviour
Brings a track record of school improvement and team development
Has an excellent grasp of SEND practice, safeguarding, and compliance frameworks
Is a skilled communicator who thrives in partnership with parents, professionals, and stakeholders
Brings creativity, resilience, and a clear commitment to inclusive, high-quality education
This role is ideal for an experienced senior leader ready to take the next step or a current Deputy Head seeking a unique challenge in school development.
At Penny Tree School, you'll be part of a supportive and visionary leadership team at the very start of an exciting journey. Backed by the expertise of Options Autism and Outcomes First Group, you’ll have access to a wide network of senior leaders, professional development pathways, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact—not only on the school but on the lives of the pupils we serve.
About Us
Our new Options school – Penny Tree School – will have capacity for 60 pupils and is expected to open in the near future.
For over 16 years Options Autism have provided care and education to pupils 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.
We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth year running.
Why join Options Autism?
We place the outcomes of the pupils 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. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.
Benefits
Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including:
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.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
*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. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit.
Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.
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UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.
As part of our continued growth, we are delighted to offer an exciting opportunity for a passionate and experienced Deputy Headteacher to join the founding leadership team at Penny Tree School, a brand-new specialist provision within the Options Autism family.
This is a rare opportunity to contribute to the setup and leadership of a new school from the ground up—helping to shape its culture, curriculum, and future.
About the Role
Working alongside the Headteacher, you will play a key role in launching, establishing, and growing Penny Tree School into a high-quality, nurturing learning environment for pupils with complex learning needs, including autism and social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) challenges.
You will:
Support in the leadership and day-to-day management of the school
Drive excellence in teaching, learning, and outcomes for all pupils
Ensure compliance with the Independent School Standards and the Education Inspection Framework
Build and lead high-performing teams through clear vision and strategic direction
Embed a culture of safeguarding, accountability, and high expectations
Contribute to the design and delivery of a broad, balanced, and ambitious curriculum
Develop strong relationships with families, local authorities, and external partners
Who We're Looking For
We are seeking a confident and inspiring leader who:
Holds UK QTS (or equivalent)
Has experience working with children and young people with autism, SEMH, or other complex learning needs
Understands how these needs impact learning and classroom behaviour
Brings a track record of school improvement and team development
Has an excellent grasp of SEND practice, safeguarding, and compliance frameworks
Is a skilled communicator who thrives in partnership with parents, professionals, and stakeholders
Brings creativity, resilience, and a clear commitment to inclusive, high-quality education
This role is ideal for an experienced senior leader ready to take the next step or a current Deputy Head seeking a unique challenge in school development.
At Penny Tree School, you'll be part of a supportive and visionary leadership team at the very start of an exciting journey. Backed by the expertise of Options Autism and Outcomes First Group, you’ll have access to a wide network of senior leaders, professional development pathways, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact—not only on the school but on the lives of the pupils we serve.
About Us
Our new Options school – Penny Tree School – will have capacity for 60 pupils and is expected to open in the near future.
For over 16 years Options Autism have provided care and education to pupils 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.
We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth year running.
Why join Options Autism?
We place the outcomes of the pupils 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. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.
Benefits
Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including:
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.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
*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. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit.
Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.
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