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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 ! Role: SENCO Location: Robins Way School, Amesbury, SP4 8JT Salary: Up to £45,000 per annum dependent on experience and qualifications (not pro rata) Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday Contract: Permanent, Term Time only UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship. We now have a fantastic opportunity for a SENCO to join our new Acorn Education school, Robins Way School located in Amesbury. About the role The SENDCO will ensure that Special Education Needs provision is effective and efficiently managed and that all legal and statutory requirements are met for students needing SEN. The SENDCO will take on the day-to-day responsibility in the Education Team to provide professional guidance of SEN to teaching staff in order to maintain and increase a high-quality standard of teaching, to make good use of resources to improve standards and achieve positive outcomes for the students. Review, attend and lead EHCP reviews for pupils. Liaise with class teachers in advance of meetings to ensure up to date information is collected and collated. Liaise with multi-agency professionals, Headteacher and Deputy Headteacher to ensure that all outcomes are updated, outcomes are shared with class teams and other key staff as well as external professionals. Essential Experience: Qualified Teacher Status or equivalent To have completed the SENCo qualification or working towards Qualification in special educational needs Main Responsibilities: Ensure that the day-to-day responsibilities of the Education Team are met to a high standard in relation to SEN role. Use all opportunities to maximise learning for all students. Monitor the quality of SEN support by implementing effective systems to measure and identify the needs of the students. Work collaboratively with the therapy team to ensure delivery of learning is supporting their SEN. Regularly evaluate the needs of the students and implement SEN systems to achieve positive outcomes if needed with the support from other professionals. To participate in, and complete reports for statutory reviews and meetings concerning the students. Implement and maintain the SEN policy in line with current and changing regulations and standards. Oversee and monitor the quality of EHCPs/IEPs and other support plans and maintain details for use in meetings. Use Provision Mapping as a tool to track and map provisions for each young person. To participate in, and complete reports for PEP and LAC reviews. To take on a small teaching role within the school supporting a range of classes. About the school Robins Way School is a brand-new SEN school for pupils with complex needs including SEMH; a co-educational provision with entry from 5-11 years old. Robins Way School is an exciting addition to the Acorn portfolio based in Amesbury, Wiltshire. We are part of Acorn Education and can promise you plenty of challenges, and a rich variety of opportunities to develop your career. Acorn Education is the UK's leading independent provider of specialist education for vulnerable pupils and young people. 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 Acorn Education? 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. And 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 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. 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

£74,702 - £85,092 + Excellent benefits Please note: Informal visits to see the school and meet the headteacher are encouraged before people apply Those Huge Small Victories Our Deputy Head Teachers are fulfilled by the idea of making even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. There's lots of ups and downs, and to some of our young people, sitting through a lesson can be a big win. We call these huge small victories and whilst they may seem small on the surface, they add up to make a big difference Get out what you put in You'll be working with children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder/Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. Alongside the Head Teacher, you'll set the vision for the future of the school, ensuring we have the right people and plans in place to see that our young people leave feeling proud of what they've achieved. You will need to be resilient and dedicated, but those huge small victories that you achieve will be something you're really proud of. It can be a tough journey, but the positive steps forward will more than make up for it. As a Deputy Head Teacher at Witherslack Group, you'll get all the support you need to succeed, from the broader management team, to a range of supporting specialists. Your colleagues will be the best at what they do, the school environments will be well-resourced and we'll be with you every step of the way, helping you build a rewarding teaching career. One of the best environments in SEND Luxborough Court School is a brand-new, purpose-built school registered for 150 pupils aged 5 - 19 with Autistic Spectrum Disorder. There is a large sports hall with changing facilities (the site was formally a Premier League football club's training ground), a bespoke 6th form suite plus a number of other smaller individual spaces used for therapeutic intervention and bespoke support. The School benefits from extensive outdoor space plus a large central courtyard garden in the centre of the school and separate secondary and junior playgrounds, with a multi-use games area. There are good public transport connections with Chigwell Station less than a mile away, providing Central Line Tube services to London and Essex. The road links are good - the site is located near the M11, Junction 4. What we do for you We know you're going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the education sector. With us, you'll get to bring learning to life and make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people - plus you'll get: Training: A full induction and on the job training Holiday: You'll work hard at WG, so you'll be rewarded with full school holidays Progression: If career development is your thing, most of our head teachers have been promoted from within our group Flexible benefits: meaning you can increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance - check out our benefits here Pension: we offer a range of pensions to suit your lifestyle needs including Teachers' Pension and our very attractive TPS alternative Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities - check out our schools here A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time Bring your whole-self to work Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs - and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. You'll be more than a Deputy Head Teacher, you'll be able to connect with our pupils because of: - You'll need previous teaching experience and have Qualified Teacher Status - You'll also need a minimum of 2 years leadership and management experience - Your drive to raise the quality of teaching and learning - Your understanding of what good behaviours for learning look like - Your effective leadership and coaching skills - Your knowledge of how best to use your interpersonal skills to develop a strong staff team Interested in joining us? Our young people deserve the best possible future and we feel the same about our teams. You deserve to have the career you want, with a purpose-led employer, in an environment that allows you to be yourself. The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. For a full job description and person specification, please click here To view our ex-offenders policy please click here. To view our Child Protection Policy, please visit the 'Parents and Carers' section of this School/Learning centre. You can find all our Schools here. Special Education / Careers in Care / Careers in Special Education / Working with Children / SEMH / SEN / ASD

£74,702 - £85,092 + Excellent benefits Please note: I nformal visits to see the school and meet the headteacher are encouraged before people apply Those Huge Small Victories Our Deputy Head Teachers are fulfilled by the idea of making even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. There's lots of ups and downs, and to some of our young people, sitting through a lesson can be a big win. We call these huge small victories and whilst they may seem small on the surface, they add up to make a big difference Get out what you put in You'll be working with children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder/Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs . Alongside the Head Teacher, you'll set the vision for the future of the school, ensuring we have the right people and plans in place to see that our young people leave feeling proud of what they've achieved. You will need to be resilient and dedicated, but those huge small victories that you achieve will be something you're really proud of. It can be a tough journey, but the positive steps forward will more than make up for it. As a Deputy Head Teacher at Witherslack Group, you'll get all the support you need to succeed, from the broader management team, to a range of supporting specialists. Your colleagues will be the best at what they do, the school environments will be well-resourced and we'll be with you every step of the way, helping you build a rewarding teaching career. One of the best environments in SEND Luxborough Court School is a brand-new, purpose-built school registered for 150 pupils aged 5 - 19 with Autistic Spectrum Disorder. There is a large sports hall with changing facilities (the site was formally a Premier League football club's training ground), a bespoke 6th form suite plus a number of other smaller individual spaces used for therapeutic intervention and bespoke support. The School benefits from extensive outdoor space plus a large central courtyard garden in the centre of the school and separate secondary and junior playgrounds, with a multi-use games area. There are good public transport connections with Chigwell Station less than a mile away, providing Central Line Tube services to London and Essex. The road links are good - the site is located near the M11, Junction 4. What we do for you We know you're going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the education sector. With us, you'll get to bring learning to life and make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people - plus you'll get: Training: A full induction and on the job training Holiday: You'll work hard at WG, so you'll be rewarded with full school holidays Progression: If career development is your thing, most of our head teachers have been promoted from within our group Flexible benefits: meaning you can increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance - check out our benefits here Pension: we offer a range of pensions to suit your lifestyle needs including Teachers' Pension and our very attractive TPS alternative Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities - check out our schools here A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time Bring your whole-self to work Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs - and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. You'll be more than a Deputy Head Teacher, you'll be able to connect with our pupils because of: - You'll need previous teaching experience and have Qualified Teacher Status - You'll also need a minimum of 2 years leadership and management experience - Your drive to raise the quality of teaching and learning - Your understanding of what good behaviours for learning look like - Your effective leadership and coaching skills - Your knowledge of how best to use your interpersonal skills to develop a strong staff team Interested in joining us? Our young people deserve the best possible future and we feel the same about our teams. You deserve to have the career you want, with a purpose-led employer, in an environment that allows you to be yourself. The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. For a full job description and person specification, please click here To view our ex-offenders policy please click here . To view our Child Protection Policy, please visit the 'Parents and Carers' section of this School/Learning centre. You can find all our Schools here . Special Education / Careers in Care / Careers in Special Education / Working with Children / SEMH / SEN / ASD

At OFG, we work smarter so you can spend more time doing what makes you happy! 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 ! Job Title: Headteacher Location: Upton Grange School, Slough, SL3 7LR Salary: £85,000 per annum (not pro rata) plus £3000 car allowance Hours: 38.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday Contract: Permanent, Term Time only Start: January 2026 We are recruiting for an experienced Headteacher for our amazing school, Upton Grange School in Slough. Our well-established school supports pupils with Autism from the ages of 5 to 11 years old. About the role This is an excellent opportunity for an inspiring Headteacher to join our fantastic team. Our Headteacher will commit to improving our pupil's academic performance, help students overcome their behavioural difficulties and develop their social skills and raise their aspirations. As Headteacher, you will continue our vision and ethos of 'Thinking and Learning Differently' and promote a relentless focus on high quality, creative learning, delivering our pupil's educational needs, and maximising pupils' achievement and ability to develop your strategic thinking in response to their complex. The role involves travel across the Hillingdon Manor group of schools (4). Who we are looking for The successful candidate will exercise dynamic leadership of the school and ensure the full development of the vision for the service, its promotion, and continuous improvement. You will create and maintain outstanding outcomes in the education of our students. You will continue to drive our shared vision and strategic plan through inspirational leadership and motivates pupils, staff, and everyone within our school community and beyond. Your leadership should express core educational values and moral purpose and include stakeholders' values and beliefs. The strategic planning process is critical to sustaining school improvement and ensuring that the school moves forward for the benefit of its pupils. You will collaborate with the school's senior leadership team and the Regional Director to provide an inclusive approach to outstanding educational and therapeutic provision which is well established in the school. You will have overall responsibility for the strategic leadership of the school whilst maintaining ongoing communication with schools to ensure that the provision and standards are consistently high across the schools. Essential: Relevant experience in the specialist area of the service, i.e. relevant experience working with young people who have additional learning and communication difficulties. Relevant experience as a Head Teacher or Deputy Head Teacher in an SEN school Experience with Ofsted procedures/inspections and working with School Improvement Partners. Manage budgets effectively and ensure cost efficiency and financial compliance. Relevant Teaching Qualification About us Upton Grange School is an ASD provision, and we are a part of the Hillingdon Manor group of schools and the Outcomes First Group. Upton Grange provides specialist education for pupils with Autism from the ages of 5 to 11 years old. Upton Grange deploys a wide range of teaching strategies to engage and develop the progress of learners, who present with a range of learning difficulties and styles. Our pupils are taught in smaller class sizes and work towards an Equals Semi-Formal Curriculum and National Curriculum expectations where appropriate. Options Autism the UK's leading independent provider of specialist education and residential care for vulnerable pupils and young people. 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? 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 And 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 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. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. 4DWW will be rolled out within our school, when we have a full complement of staff - so there's never been a more exciting time to join us !

At OFG, we work smarter so you can spend more time doing what makes you happy! 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 ! Job Title: Headteacher Location: Upton Grange School, Slough, SL3 7LR Salary: £85,000 per annum (not pro rata) plus £3000 car allowance Hours: 38.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday Contract: Permanent, Term Time only Start: January 2026 We are recruiting for an experienced Headteacher for our amazing school, Upton Grange School in Slough. Our well-established school supports pupils with Autism from the ages of 5 to 11 years old. About the role This is an excellent opportunity for an inspiring Headteacher to join our fantastic team. Our Headteacher will commit to improving our pupil's academic performance, help students overcome their behavioural difficulties and develop their social skills and raise their aspirations. As Headteacher, you will continue our vision and ethos of 'Thinking and Learning Differently' and promote a relentless focus on high quality, creative learning, delivering our pupil's educational needs, and maximising pupils' achievement and ability to develop your strategic thinking in response to their complex. The role involves travel across the Hillingdon Manor group of schools (4). Who we are looking for The successful candidate will exercise dynamic leadership of the school and ensure the full development of the vision for the service, its promotion, and continuous improvement. You will create and maintain outstanding outcomes in the education of our students. You will continue to drive our shared vision and strategic plan through inspirational leadership and motivates pupils, staff, and everyone within our school community and beyond. Your leadership should express core educational values and moral purpose and include stakeholders' values and beliefs. The strategic planning process is critical to sustaining school improvement and ensuring that the school moves forward for the benefit of its pupils. You will collaborate with the school's senior leadership team and the Regional Director to provide an inclusive approach to outstanding educational and therapeutic provision which is well established in the school. You will have overall responsibility for the strategic leadership of the school whilst maintaining ongoing communication with schools to ensure that the provision and standards are consistently high across the schools. Essential: Relevant experience in the specialist area of the service, i.e. relevant experience working with young people who have additional learning and communication difficulties. Relevant experience as a Head Teacher or Deputy Head Teacher in an SEN school Experience with Ofsted procedures/inspections and working with School Improvement Partners. Manage budgets effectively and ensure cost efficiency and financial compliance. Relevant Teaching Qualification About us Upton Grange School is an ASD provision, and we are a part of the Hillingdon Manor group of schools and the Outcomes First Group. Upton Grange provides specialist education for pupils with Autism from the ages of 5 to 11 years old. Upton Grange deploys a wide range of teaching strategies to engage and develop the progress of learners, who present with a range of learning difficulties and styles. Our pupils are taught in smaller class sizes and work towards an Equals Semi-Formal Curriculum and National Curriculum expectations where appropriate. Options Autism the UK's leading independent provider of specialist education and residential care for vulnerable pupils and young people. 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? 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 And 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 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. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. 4DWW will be rolled out within our school, when we have a full complement of staff - so there's never been a more exciting time to join us !

At OFG, we work smarter so you can spend more time doing what makes you happy! 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 ! Job Title: Headteacher Location: Upton Grange School, Slough, SL3 7LR Salary: £85,000 per annum (not pro rata) plus £3000 car allowance Hours: 38.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday Contract: Permanent, Term Time only Start: January 2026 We are recruiting for an experienced Headteacher for our amazing school, Upton Grange School in Slough. Our well-established school supports pupils with Autism from the ages of 5 to 11 years old. About the role This is an excellent opportunity for an inspiring Headteacher to join our fantastic team. Our Headteacher will commit to improving our pupil's academic performance, help students overcome their behavioural difficulties and develop their social skills and raise their aspirations. As Headteacher, you will continue our vision and ethos of 'Thinking and Learning Differently' and promote a relentless focus on high quality, creative learning, delivering our pupil's educational needs, and maximising pupils' achievement and ability to develop your strategic thinking in response to their complex. The role involves travel across the Hillingdon Manor group of schools (4). Who we are looking for The successful candidate will exercise dynamic leadership of the school and ensure the full development of the vision for the service, its promotion, and continuous improvement. You will create and maintain outstanding outcomes in the education of our students. You will continue to drive our shared vision and strategic plan through inspirational leadership and motivates pupils, staff, and everyone within our school community and beyond. Your leadership should express core educational values and moral purpose and include stakeholders' values and beliefs. The strategic planning process is critical to sustaining school improvement and ensuring that the school moves forward for the benefit of its pupils. You will collaborate with the school's senior leadership team and the Regional Director to provide an inclusive approach to outstanding educational and therapeutic provision which is well established in the school. You will have overall responsibility for the strategic leadership of the school whilst maintaining ongoing communication with schools to ensure that the provision and standards are consistently high across the schools. Essential: Relevant experience in the specialist area of the service, i.e. relevant experience working with young people who have additional learning and communication difficulties. Relevant experience as a Head Teacher or Deputy Head Teacher in an SEN school Experience with Ofsted procedures/inspections and working with School Improvement Partners. Manage budgets effectively and ensure cost efficiency and financial compliance. Relevant Teaching Qualification About us Upton Grange School is an ASD provision, and we are a part of the Hillingdon Manor group of schools and the Outcomes First Group. Upton Grange provides specialist education for pupils with Autism from the ages of 5 to 11 years old. Upton Grange deploys a wide range of teaching strategies to engage and develop the progress of learners, who present with a range of learning difficulties and styles. Our pupils are taught in smaller class sizes and work towards an Equals Semi-Formal Curriculum and National Curriculum expectations where appropriate. Options Autism the UK's leading independent provider of specialist education and residential care for vulnerable pupils and young people. 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? 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 And 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 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. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. 4DWW will be rolled out within our school, when we have a full complement of staff - so there's never been a more exciting time to join us !

At OFG, we work smarter so you can spend more time doing what makes you happy! 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 ! Job Title: Headteacher Location: Upton Grange School, Slough, SL3 7LR Salary: £85,000 per annum (not pro rata) plus £3000 car allowance Hours: 38.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday Contract: Permanent, Term Time only Start: January 2026 We are recruiting for an experienced Headteacher for our amazing school, Upton Grange School in Slough. Our well-established school supports pupils with Autism from the ages of 5 to 11 years old. About the role This is an excellent opportunity for an inspiring Headteacher to join our fantastic team. Our Headteacher will commit to improving our pupil's academic performance, help students overcome their behavioural difficulties and develop their social skills and raise their aspirations. As Headteacher, you will continue our vision and ethos of 'Thinking and Learning Differently' and promote a relentless focus on high quality, creative learning, delivering our pupil's educational needs, and maximising pupils' achievement and ability to develop your strategic thinking in response to their complex. The role involves travel across the Hillingdon Manor group of schools (4). Who we are looking for The successful candidate will exercise dynamic leadership of the school and ensure the full development of the vision for the service, its promotion, and continuous improvement. You will create and maintain outstanding outcomes in the education of our students. You will continue to drive our shared vision and strategic plan through inspirational leadership and motivates pupils, staff, and everyone within our school community and beyond. Your leadership should express core educational values and moral purpose and include stakeholders' values and beliefs. The strategic planning process is critical to sustaining school improvement and ensuring that the school moves forward for the benefit of its pupils. You will collaborate with the school's senior leadership team and the Regional Director to provide an inclusive approach to outstanding educational and therapeutic provision which is well established in the school. You will have overall responsibility for the strategic leadership of the school whilst maintaining ongoing communication with schools to ensure that the provision and standards are consistently high across the schools. Essential: Relevant experience in the specialist area of the service, i.e. relevant experience working with young people who have additional learning and communication difficulties. Relevant experience as a Head Teacher or Deputy Head Teacher in an SEN school Experience with Ofsted procedures/inspections and working with School Improvement Partners. Manage budgets effectively and ensure cost efficiency and financial compliance. Relevant Teaching Qualification About us Upton Grange School is an ASD provision, and we are a part of the Hillingdon Manor group of schools and the Outcomes First Group. Upton Grange provides specialist education for pupils with Autism from the ages of 5 to 11 years old. Upton Grange deploys a wide range of teaching strategies to engage and develop the progress of learners, who present with a range of learning difficulties and styles. Our pupils are taught in smaller class sizes and work towards an Equals Semi-Formal Curriculum and National Curriculum expectations where appropriate. Options Autism the UK's leading independent provider of specialist education and residential care for vulnerable pupils and young people. 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? 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 And 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 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. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. 4DWW will be rolled out within our school, when we have a full complement of staff - so there's never been a more exciting time to join us !

At OFG, we work smarter so you can spend more time doing what makes you happy! 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 ! Job Title: Headteacher Location: Upton Grange School, Slough, SL3 7LR Salary: £85,000 per annum (not pro rata) plus £3000 car allowance Hours: 38.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday Contract: Permanent, Term Time only Start: January 2026 We are recruiting for an experienced Headteacher for our amazing school, Upton Grange School in Slough. Our well-established school supports pupils with Autism from the ages of 5 to 11 years old. About the role This is an excellent opportunity for an inspiring Headteacher to join our fantastic team. Our Headteacher will commit to improving our pupil's academic performance, help students overcome their behavioural difficulties and develop their social skills and raise their aspirations. As Headteacher, you will continue our vision and ethos of 'Thinking and Learning Differently' and promote a relentless focus on high quality, creative learning, delivering our pupil's educational needs, and maximising pupils' achievement and ability to develop your strategic thinking in response to their complex. The role involves travel across the Hillingdon Manor group of schools (4). Who we are looking for The successful candidate will exercise dynamic leadership of the school and ensure the full development of the vision for the service, its promotion, and continuous improvement. You will create and maintain outstanding outcomes in the education of our students. You will continue to drive our shared vision and strategic plan through inspirational leadership and motivates pupils, staff, and everyone within our school community and beyond. Your leadership should express core educational values and moral purpose and include stakeholders' values and beliefs. The strategic planning process is critical to sustaining school improvement and ensuring that the school moves forward for the benefit of its pupils. You will collaborate with the school's senior leadership team and the Regional Director to provide an inclusive approach to outstanding educational and therapeutic provision which is well established in the school. You will have overall responsibility for the strategic leadership of the school whilst maintaining ongoing communication with schools to ensure that the provision and standards are consistently high across the schools. Essential: Relevant experience in the specialist area of the service, i.e. relevant experience working with young people who have additional learning and communication difficulties. Relevant experience as a Head Teacher or Deputy Head Teacher in an SEN school Experience with Ofsted procedures/inspections and working with School Improvement Partners. Manage budgets effectively and ensure cost efficiency and financial compliance. Relevant Teaching Qualification About us Upton Grange School is an ASD provision, and we are a part of the Hillingdon Manor group of schools and the Outcomes First Group. Upton Grange provides specialist education for pupils with Autism from the ages of 5 to 11 years old. Upton Grange deploys a wide range of teaching strategies to engage and develop the progress of learners, who present with a range of learning difficulties and styles. Our pupils are taught in smaller class sizes and work towards an Equals Semi-Formal Curriculum and National Curriculum expectations where appropriate. Options Autism the UK's leading independent provider of specialist education and residential care for vulnerable pupils and young people. 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? 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 And 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 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. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. 4DWW will be rolled out within our school, when we have a full complement of staff - so there's never been a more exciting time to join us !

Thrive Oldham are recruiting for a HR Lead in The Bolton area Urgent requirement for experienced HR Manager to join busy team overseeing all aspects of HR casework for c.700 employees working in Libraries, legal, finance, marketing, policy, property - the "business" arm of the Council. must have relevant experience and qualifications as per job description. Management of 2 direct reports. On site expectations min. 3 days per week. No Flex on wage Primary Purpose of Job To manage the Departmental HR Team and lead all operational HR processes/activity. (Portfolios to be assigned) Reporting to Head of HR Operations for Corporate Resources HR Lead, Place HR Lead, Adults and Public Health HR Lead. Main Duties Oversight & accountability for all HR work within the respective Departmental HR Service including providing a strategic advisory role to support management and employees in respect of procedures, conditions of service, employment law and government initiatives. Support the wider Senior HR leadership team to deliver its key priorities as outlined in our People Plan, including having an understanding of key corporate initiatives and strategies and taking an active role in supporting these. Case management of complex work, including saving and efficiency/business improvement reviews, supporting complex panels including dismissal, redundancy and escalated grievance appeals with Elected Members/Governors in a lead HR advisory capacity. Leading the HR/OD elements of cross-cutting projects and regional initiatives (e.g. Corporate Programme Board, Social Worker Pledge) actively contributing to project groups. Effective line management and oversight of all casework, taking responsibility for coaching, mentoring and development of respective HR staff. Responsibility for advising on recruitment campaigns and supporting processes where appropriate e.g., Senior/Chief Officer and Head/Deputy Headteacher recruitment. Take responsibility for HR service delivery and/or budgets involving third parties e.g., SLA/Traded Services/PCT/NHS ensuring that a high quality, professional service is delivered which meets customer expectations. Developing and delivering training to Managers around HR strategy and functions, enabling them to effectively manage staffing issues within their services e.g., recruitment/safer recruitment, policy/legislative updates and interpersonal skills training. Attendance at relevant internal and external meetings including HR Management Team meetings (HRMT) and Departmental Leadership Team (DLT)/senior manager meetings, Trade Union meetings, cross departmental and regional/GM meetings. Taking the lead on any departmental Trade Union related queries/concerns, including managing facilities time issues for both funded officials and ad-hoc requests. Undertake regular updates and engagement with relevant TU representatives to maintain good employment relations within the directorate including attending and presenting information at SLJCC/Policy Development Groups/Joint Secretaries/DJCC/JOGS. Working cross departmentally with other services areas/teams leading on matters relating to HR e.g., Legal Services (TUPE, ET cases), Audit, Procurement, Marketing & Events. To lead the provision of advice/guidance in relation to wellbeing, including Occupational Health, health and safety and champion corporate, regional and national wellbeing initiatives. Escalated query resolution from Chief Officers, elected members, Senior Managers, external partners/organisations, Headteachers and Governors, responding to complaints and requests, dealing with escalated issues or policy queries. Leading GM working groups and pilots/new initiatives. Representing Bolton at external local and regional groups, leading local and regional work streams e.g., GM social worker pledge, NWEO schools HR network and local and regional recruitment events. Interpreting/analysing HR Management information and presenting key messages and solutions to stakeholders, implementing bespoke/proactive solutions for service areas. Anticipating workforce issues which could escalate and proactively preparing the service, taking owning across the department. Contributing to policy development; adapting to customer groups, consultation and communication and developing training, communications and support sources bespoke to service areas. Support and deputise for the divisional leadership team including ad hoc resolution of issues and complaints across any area needed. Skills and Knowledge 1. Knowledge of, and strategic application of, local government terms and conditions of employment. 2. Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing at all levels of the organisation and with external partners in order to strategically advise, persuade and influence. 3. Up to date knowledge of employment law and national/ regional initiatives and the ability to identify the strategic application of these within Bolton Council. 4. Thorough knowledge, understanding and appreciation of the impact of equality and diversity issues (EDI). 5. Ability to plan and prioritise own workload and service requirements to respond to constantly changing workload demands. 6. Ability to analyse and interpret data and information using IT to generate strategic solutions including writing reports and delivering briefings to appropriate audiences e.g., DLT/ Joint Secretaries/Service Managers. 7. Lead, manage and develop HR staff to be able to deliver an effective, efficient, professional HR service in line with our People Plan priorities. 8. Ability to effectively present at meetings/conferences and write and deliver relevant training to a variety of audiences. 9. Ability to build and maintain strategic networks and relationships internally and externally across GM. 10. Contribute to service improvements and promotion of corporate initiatives through policy development, project groups and collaborative working across departments. 11. Competencies - Please note the council's corporate competencies, which are essential for all roles, are below in the Core Competencies section Experience/Qualifications/Training etc 1. Recognised HR qualification/relevant degree 2. Experience of delivering HR strategies and interventions in a large complex organisation 3. Experience of working with Trade Unions in formal forums. Work Related Circumstances 1. All posts require the job holder to undertake mandatory training for the role and to regularly review their developmental needs in conjunction with their line manager. Development of our employees plays a key role in delivering our services 2. The Council has a framework of Values & Behaviours that guide our behaviour and decision making to help achieve our vision. All employees are expected to be mindful of these when undertaking their work. 3. This post is designated as politically restricted. The holder of a politically restricted post is unable to have any active political role either in or outside the workplace. Politically restricted employees will automatically be disqualified from standing for or holding elected office. This means you are not permitted to stand for office as a local councillor or MP. In addition, you are restricted from canvassing on behalf of a political party or a person who is, or seeks to be, a candidate. You are also restricted from speaking to the public at large or publishing any written or artistic work that could give the impression that you are advocating support for a political party. INDOLD

At OFG, we work smarter so you can spend more time doing what makes you happy! 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 ! Job Title: Headteacher Location: Upton Grange School, Slough, SL3 7LR Salary: £85,000 per annum (not pro rata) plus £3000 car allowance Hours: 38.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday Contract: Permanent, Term Time only Start: January 2026 We are recruiting for an experienced Headteacher for our amazing school, Upton Grange School in Slough. Our well-established school supports pupils with Autism from the ages of 5 to 11 years old. About the role This is an excellent opportunity for an inspiring Headteacher to join our fantastic team. Our Headteacher will commit to improving our pupil's academic performance, help students overcome their behavioural difficulties and develop their social skills and raise their aspirations. As Headteacher, you will continue our vision and ethos of 'Thinking and Learning Differently' and promote a relentless focus on high quality, creative learning, delivering our pupil's educational needs, and maximising pupils' achievement and ability to develop your strategic thinking in response to their complex. The role involves travel across the Hillingdon Manor group of schools (4). Who we are looking for The successful candidate will exercise dynamic leadership of the school and ensure the full development of the vision for the service, its promotion, and continuous improvement. You will create and maintain outstanding outcomes in the education of our students. You will continue to drive our shared vision and strategic plan through inspirational leadership and motivates pupils, staff, and everyone within our school community and beyond. Your leadership should express core educational values and moral purpose and include stakeholders' values and beliefs. The strategic planning process is critical to sustaining school improvement and ensuring that the school moves forward for the benefit of its pupils. You will collaborate with the school's senior leadership team and the Regional Director to provide an inclusive approach to outstanding educational and therapeutic provision which is well established in the school. You will have overall responsibility for the strategic leadership of the school whilst maintaining ongoing communication with schools to ensure that the provision and standards are consistently high across the schools. Essential: Relevant experience in the specialist area of the service, i.e. relevant experience working with young people who have additional learning and communication difficulties. Relevant experience as a Head Teacher or Deputy Head Teacher in an SEN school Experience with Ofsted procedures/inspections and working with School Improvement Partners. Manage budgets effectively and ensure cost efficiency and financial compliance. Relevant Teaching Qualification About us Upton Grange School is an ASD provision, and we are a part of the Hillingdon Manor group of schools and the Outcomes First Group. Upton Grange provides specialist education for pupils with Autism from the ages of 5 to 11 years old. Upton Grange deploys a wide range of teaching strategies to engage and develop the progress of learners, who present with a range of learning difficulties and styles. Our pupils are taught in smaller class sizes and work towards an Equals Semi-Formal Curriculum and National Curriculum expectations where appropriate. Options Autism the UK's leading independent provider of specialist education and residential care for vulnerable pupils and young people. 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? 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 And 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 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. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. 4DWW will be rolled out within our school, when we have a full complement of staff - so there's never been a more exciting time to join us !

At OFG, we work smarter so you can spend more time doing what makes you happy! 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 ! Job Title: Headteacher Location: Oxfordshire, South East Salary: up to £80,000 per annum dependent on experience and qualifications Hours: Monday to Friday Contract: Permanent; Term Time only This role does not offer sponsorship. As part of our continued growth, we're looking for experienced Headteachers to join Outcomes First Group. About the role As Headteacher, you will promote a relentless focus on the quality of education and delivery of a broad, balanced and relevant curriculum that meets the needs of pupils and young people along with producing positive outcomes. As part of our team, you will focus on developing self-esteem and wellbeing, as well as academic performance and development. Our Headteacher will be responsible for delivering the school vision and ethos of 'Thinking and Learning Differently', which inspires and motivates pupils, staff and all other members of the school community. This includes core educational values, moral purpose and be inclusive of all stakeholders' beliefs and values. Ensuring that the increasingly complex and diverse needs of the pupils are met in the most appropriate manner through the effective management of the school and its resources. As Headteacher, you will take responsibility for the internal organisation, management and control of the school and promoting the wider role of it within the local community and across Outcomes First Group. Promote the wider role of the school within the local community and across Outcomes First Group. Working with our Headteachers to build on the success of the group and to continue to develop the group working practices. Who are we looking for? We are looking to hear from SEND professionals with the ability and ambition to inspire a multi-disciplinary team to deliver outstanding learning for pupils and young people with special education needs. We are looking for someone who knows how to bring a creative and innovative approach to improving performance and support for our pupils and their families. An excellent communicator, you will become an ambassador, as the role will include working in partnership with parents, local authorities and other stakeholders. If you are a truly inspirational, highly motivated and forward-thinking individual, with the energy and passion to change lives coupled with proven experience of impacting upon whole school development and improvement, this could be an excellent opportunity for you. In return for your experience and commitment, we offer outstanding career opportunities, plus access to a network of great leaders within Outcomes First Group. Essential: Relevant experience in the specialist area of the service, i.e. relevant experience working with young people who have additional learning and communication difficulties. Relevant experience as a Head Teacher or Deputy Head Teacher in a SEN school Experience with Ofsted procedures/inspections and working with School Improvement Partners. Manage budgets effectively and ensure cost efficiency and financial compliance. Relevant Degree and Teaching Qualification About the Group Outcomes First Group is the leading provider of specialist education in the UK. We exist to give neurodivergent pupils and young people access to a great education that caters to their specific needs, abilities and aspirations. Together, we educate, care for and support pupils, young people, and adults across the UK, empowering them to be happy and make their way in the world. We welcome staff who share our commitment to help pupils experience better days and better lives. Through ongoing development and training, we ensure our staff are well prepared for their jobs and given every opportunity to extend their skills. 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. Acorn Education and Options Autism are part of the Outcomes First Group. Why join Outcomes First Group? 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. And 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 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. 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.

At OFG, we work smarter so you can spend more time doing what makes you happy! 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 ! Job Title: Headteacher Location: Upton Grange School, Slough, SL3 7LR Salary: £85,000 per annum (not pro rata) plus £3000 car allowance Hours: 38.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday Contract: Permanent, Term Time only Start: January 2026 We are recruiting for an experienced Headteacher for our amazing school, Upton Grange School in Slough. Our well-established school supports pupils with Autism from the ages of 5 to 11 years old. About the role This is an excellent opportunity for an inspiring Headteacher to join our fantastic team. Our Headteacher will commit to improving our pupil's academic performance, help students overcome their behavioural difficulties and develop their social skills and raise their aspirations. As Headteacher, you will continue our vision and ethos of 'Thinking and Learning Differently' and promote a relentless focus on high quality, creative learning, delivering our pupil's educational needs, and maximising pupils' achievement and ability to develop your strategic thinking in response to their complex. The role involves travel across the Hillingdon Manor group of schools (4). Who we are looking for The successful candidate will exercise dynamic leadership of the school and ensure the full development of the vision for the service, its promotion, and continuous improvement. You will create and maintain outstanding outcomes in the education of our students. You will continue to drive our shared vision and strategic plan through inspirational leadership and motivates pupils, staff, and everyone within our school community and beyond. Your leadership should express core educational values and moral purpose and include stakeholders' values and beliefs. The strategic planning process is critical to sustaining school improvement and ensuring that the school moves forward for the benefit of its pupils. You will collaborate with the school's senior leadership team and the Regional Director to provide an inclusive approach to outstanding educational and therapeutic provision which is well established in the school. You will have overall responsibility for the strategic leadership of the school whilst maintaining ongoing communication with schools to ensure that the provision and standards are consistently high across the schools. Essential: Relevant experience in the specialist area of the service, i.e. relevant experience working with young people who have additional learning and communication difficulties. Relevant experience as a Head Teacher or Deputy Head Teacher in an SEN school Experience with Ofsted procedures/inspections and working with School Improvement Partners. Manage budgets effectively and ensure cost efficiency and financial compliance. Relevant Teaching Qualification About us Upton Grange School is an ASD provision, and we are a part of the Hillingdon Manor group of schools and the Outcomes First Group. Upton Grange provides specialist education for pupils with Autism from the ages of 5 to 11 years old. Upton Grange deploys a wide range of teaching strategies to engage and develop the progress of learners, who present with a range of learning difficulties and styles. Our pupils are taught in smaller class sizes and work towards an Equals Semi-Formal Curriculum and National Curriculum expectations where appropriate. Options Autism the UK's leading independent provider of specialist education and residential care for vulnerable pupils and young people. 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? 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 And 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 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. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. 4DWW will be rolled out within our school, when we have a full complement of staff - so there's never been a more exciting time to join us !

At OFG, we work smarter so you can spend more time doing what makes you happy! 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 ! Job Title: Headteacher Location: Upton Grange School, Slough, SL3 7LR Salary: £85,000 per annum (not pro rata) plus £3000 car allowance Hours: 38.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday Contract: Permanent, Term Time only Start: January 2026 We are recruiting for an experienced Headteacher for our amazing school, Upton Grange School in Slough. Our well-established school supports pupils with Autism from the ages of 5 to 11 years old. About the role This is an excellent opportunity for an inspiring Headteacher to join our fantastic team. Our Headteacher will commit to improving our pupil's academic performance, help students overcome their behavioural difficulties and develop their social skills and raise their aspirations. As Headteacher, you will continue our vision and ethos of 'Thinking and Learning Differently' and promote a relentless focus on high quality, creative learning, delivering our pupil's educational needs, and maximising pupils' achievement and ability to develop your strategic thinking in response to their complex. The role involves travel across the Hillingdon Manor group of schools (4). Who we are looking for The successful candidate will exercise dynamic leadership of the school and ensure the full development of the vision for the service, its promotion, and continuous improvement. You will create and maintain outstanding outcomes in the education of our students. You will continue to drive our shared vision and strategic plan through inspirational leadership and motivates pupils, staff, and everyone within our school community and beyond. Your leadership should express core educational values and moral purpose and include stakeholders' values and beliefs. The strategic planning process is critical to sustaining school improvement and ensuring that the school moves forward for the benefit of its pupils. You will collaborate with the school's senior leadership team and the Regional Director to provide an inclusive approach to outstanding educational and therapeutic provision which is well established in the school. You will have overall responsibility for the strategic leadership of the school whilst maintaining ongoing communication with schools to ensure that the provision and standards are consistently high across the schools. Essential: Relevant experience in the specialist area of the service, i.e. relevant experience working with young people who have additional learning and communication difficulties. Relevant experience as a Head Teacher or Deputy Head Teacher in an SEN school Experience with Ofsted procedures/inspections and working with School Improvement Partners. Manage budgets effectively and ensure cost efficiency and financial compliance. Relevant Teaching Qualification About us Upton Grange School is an ASD provision, and we are a part of the Hillingdon Manor group of schools and the Outcomes First Group. Upton Grange provides specialist education for pupils with Autism from the ages of 5 to 11 years old. Upton Grange deploys a wide range of teaching strategies to engage and develop the progress of learners, who present with a range of learning difficulties and styles. Our pupils are taught in smaller class sizes and work towards an Equals Semi-Formal Curriculum and National Curriculum expectations where appropriate. Options Autism the UK's leading independent provider of specialist education and residential care for vulnerable pupils and young people. 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? 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 And 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 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. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. 4DWW will be rolled out within our school, when we have a full complement of staff - so there's never been a more exciting time to join us !

At OFG, we work smarter so you can spend more time doing what makes you happy! 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 ! Job Title: Headteacher Location: Northamptonshire, East Midlands Salary: up to £80,000 per annum dependent on experience and qualifications Hours: Monday to Friday Contract: Permanent; Term Time only This role does not offer sponsorship. As part of our continued growth, we're looking for experienced Headteachers to join Outcomes First Group. About the role As Headteacher, you will promote a relentless focus on the quality of education and delivery of a broad, balanced and relevant curriculum that meets the needs of pupils and young people along with producing positive outcomes. As part of our team, you will focus on developing self-esteem and wellbeing, as well as academic performance and development. Our Headteacher will be responsible for delivering the school vision and ethos of 'Thinking and Learning Differently', which inspires and motivates pupils, staff and all other members of the school community. This includes core educational values, moral purpose and be inclusive of all stakeholders' beliefs and values. Ensuring that the increasingly complex and diverse needs of the pupils are met in the most appropriate manner through the effective management of the school and its resources. As Headteacher, you will take responsibility for the internal organisation, management and control of the school and promoting the wider role of it within the local community and across Outcomes First Group. Promote the wider role of the school within the local community and across Outcomes First Group. Working with our Headteachers to build on the success of the group and to continue to develop the group working practices. Who are we looking for? We are looking to hear from SEND professionals with the ability and ambition to inspire a multi-disciplinary team to deliver outstanding learning for pupils and young people with special education needs. We are looking for someone who knows how to bring a creative and innovative approach to improving performance and support for our pupils and their families. An excellent communicator, you will become an ambassador, as the role will include working in partnership with parents, local authorities and other stakeholders. If you are a truly inspirational, highly motivated and forward-thinking individual, with the energy and passion to change lives coupled with proven experience of impacting upon whole school development and improvement, this could be an excellent opportunity for you. In return for your experience and commitment, we offer outstanding career opportunities, plus access to a network of great leaders within Outcomes First Group. Essential: Relevant experience in the specialist area of the service, i.e. relevant experience working with young people who have additional learning and communication difficulties. Relevant experience as a Head Teacher or Deputy Head Teacher in a SEN school Experience with Ofsted procedures/inspections and working with School Improvement Partners. Manage budgets effectively and ensure cost efficiency and financial compliance. Relevant Degree and Teaching Qualification About the Group Outcomes First Group is the leading provider of specialist education in the UK. We exist to give neurodivergent pupils and young people access to a great education that caters to their specific needs, abilities and aspirations. Together, we educate, care for and support pupils, young people, and adults across the UK, empowering them to be happy and make their way in the world. We welcome staff who share our commitment to help pupils experience better days and better lives. Through ongoing development and training, we ensure our staff are well prepared for their jobs and given every opportunity to extend their skills. 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. Acorn Education and Options Autism are part of the Outcomes First Group. Why join Outcomes First Group? 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. And 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 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. 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.

At OFG, we work smarter so you can spend more time doing what makes you happy! 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 ! Job Title: Headteacher Location: Upton Grange School, Slough, SL3 7LR Salary: £85,000 per annum (not pro rata) plus £3000 car allowance Hours: 38.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday Contract: Permanent, Term Time only Start: January 2026 We are recruiting for an experienced Headteacher for our amazing school, Upton Grange School in Slough. Our well-established school supports pupils with Autism from the ages of 5 to 11 years old. About the role This is an excellent opportunity for an inspiring Headteacher to join our fantastic team. Our Headteacher will commit to improving our pupil's academic performance, help students overcome their behavioural difficulties and develop their social skills and raise their aspirations. As Headteacher, you will continue our vision and ethos of 'Thinking and Learning Differently' and promote a relentless focus on high quality, creative learning, delivering our pupil's educational needs, and maximising pupils' achievement and ability to develop your strategic thinking in response to their complex. The role involves travel across the Hillingdon Manor group of schools (4). Who we are looking for The successful candidate will exercise dynamic leadership of the school and ensure the full development of the vision for the service, its promotion, and continuous improvement. You will create and maintain outstanding outcomes in the education of our students. You will continue to drive our shared vision and strategic plan through inspirational leadership and motivates pupils, staff, and everyone within our school community and beyond. Your leadership should express core educational values and moral purpose and include stakeholders' values and beliefs. The strategic planning process is critical to sustaining school improvement and ensuring that the school moves forward for the benefit of its pupils. You will collaborate with the school's senior leadership team and the Regional Director to provide an inclusive approach to outstanding educational and therapeutic provision which is well established in the school. You will have overall responsibility for the strategic leadership of the school whilst maintaining ongoing communication with schools to ensure that the provision and standards are consistently high across the schools. Essential: Relevant experience in the specialist area of the service, i.e. relevant experience working with young people who have additional learning and communication difficulties. Relevant experience as a Head Teacher or Deputy Head Teacher in an SEN school Experience with Ofsted procedures/inspections and working with School Improvement Partners. Manage budgets effectively and ensure cost efficiency and financial compliance. Relevant Teaching Qualification About us Upton Grange School is an ASD provision, and we are a part of the Hillingdon Manor group of schools and the Outcomes First Group. Upton Grange provides specialist education for pupils with Autism from the ages of 5 to 11 years old. Upton Grange deploys a wide range of teaching strategies to engage and develop the progress of learners, who present with a range of learning difficulties and styles. Our pupils are taught in smaller class sizes and work towards an Equals Semi-Formal Curriculum and National Curriculum expectations where appropriate. Options Autism the UK's leading independent provider of specialist education and residential care for vulnerable pupils and young people. 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? 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 And 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 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. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. 4DWW will be rolled out within our school, when we have a full complement of staff - so there's never been a more exciting time to join us !

At OFG, we work smarter so you can spend more time doing what makes you happy! 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 ! Job Title: Headteacher Location: Upton Grange School, Slough, SL3 7LR Salary: £85,000 per annum (not pro rata) plus £3000 car allowance Hours: 38.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday Contract: Permanent, Term Time only Start: January 2026 We are recruiting for an experienced Headteacher for our amazing school, Upton Grange School in Slough. Our well-established school supports pupils with Autism from the ages of 5 to 11 years old. About the role This is an excellent opportunity for an inspiring Headteacher to join our fantastic team. Our Headteacher will commit to improving our pupil's academic performance, help students overcome their behavioural difficulties and develop their social skills and raise their aspirations. As Headteacher, you will continue our vision and ethos of 'Thinking and Learning Differently' and promote a relentless focus on high quality, creative learning, delivering our pupil's educational needs, and maximising pupils' achievement and ability to develop your strategic thinking in response to their complex. The role involves travel across the Hillingdon Manor group of schools (4). Who we are looking for The successful candidate will exercise dynamic leadership of the school and ensure the full development of the vision for the service, its promotion, and continuous improvement. You will create and maintain outstanding outcomes in the education of our students. You will continue to drive our shared vision and strategic plan through inspirational leadership and motivates pupils, staff, and everyone within our school community and beyond. Your leadership should express core educational values and moral purpose and include stakeholders' values and beliefs. The strategic planning process is critical to sustaining school improvement and ensuring that the school moves forward for the benefit of its pupils. You will collaborate with the school's senior leadership team and the Regional Director to provide an inclusive approach to outstanding educational and therapeutic provision which is well established in the school. You will have overall responsibility for the strategic leadership of the school whilst maintaining ongoing communication with schools to ensure that the provision and standards are consistently high across the schools. Essential: Relevant experience in the specialist area of the service, i.e. relevant experience working with young people who have additional learning and communication difficulties. Relevant experience as a Head Teacher or Deputy Head Teacher in an SEN school Experience with Ofsted procedures/inspections and working with School Improvement Partners. Manage budgets effectively and ensure cost efficiency and financial compliance. Relevant Teaching Qualification About us Upton Grange School is an ASD provision, and we are a part of the Hillingdon Manor group of schools and the Outcomes First Group. Upton Grange provides specialist education for pupils with Autism from the ages of 5 to 11 years old. Upton Grange deploys a wide range of teaching strategies to engage and develop the progress of learners, who present with a range of learning difficulties and styles. Our pupils are taught in smaller class sizes and work towards an Equals Semi-Formal Curriculum and National Curriculum expectations where appropriate. Options Autism the UK's leading independent provider of specialist education and residential care for vulnerable pupils and young people. 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? 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 And 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 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. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. 4DWW will be rolled out within our school, when we have a full complement of staff - so there's never been a more exciting time to join us !

At OFG, we work smarter so you can spend more time doing what makes you happy! 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 ! Job Title: Headteacher Location: Upton Grange School, Slough, SL3 7LR Salary: £85,000 per annum (not pro rata) plus £3000 car allowance Hours: 38.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday Contract: Permanent, Term Time only Start: January 2026 We are recruiting for an experienced Headteacher for our amazing school, Upton Grange School in Slough. Our well-established school supports pupils with Autism from the ages of 5 to 11 years old. About the role This is an excellent opportunity for an inspiring Headteacher to join our fantastic team. Our Headteacher will commit to improving our pupil's academic performance, help students overcome their behavioural difficulties and develop their social skills and raise their aspirations. As Headteacher, you will continue our vision and ethos of 'Thinking and Learning Differently' and promote a relentless focus on high quality, creative learning, delivering our pupil's educational needs, and maximising pupils' achievement and ability to develop your strategic thinking in response to their complex. The role involves travel across the Hillingdon Manor group of schools (4). Who we are looking for The successful candidate will exercise dynamic leadership of the school and ensure the full development of the vision for the service, its promotion, and continuous improvement. You will create and maintain outstanding outcomes in the education of our students. You will continue to drive our shared vision and strategic plan through inspirational leadership and motivates pupils, staff, and everyone within our school community and beyond. Your leadership should express core educational values and moral purpose and include stakeholders' values and beliefs. The strategic planning process is critical to sustaining school improvement and ensuring that the school moves forward for the benefit of its pupils. You will collaborate with the school's senior leadership team and the Regional Director to provide an inclusive approach to outstanding educational and therapeutic provision which is well established in the school. You will have overall responsibility for the strategic leadership of the school whilst maintaining ongoing communication with schools to ensure that the provision and standards are consistently high across the schools. Essential: Relevant experience in the specialist area of the service, i.e. relevant experience working with young people who have additional learning and communication difficulties. Relevant experience as a Head Teacher or Deputy Head Teacher in an SEN school Experience with Ofsted procedures/inspections and working with School Improvement Partners. Manage budgets effectively and ensure cost efficiency and financial compliance. Relevant Teaching Qualification About us Upton Grange School is an ASD provision, and we are a part of the Hillingdon Manor group of schools and the Outcomes First Group. Upton Grange provides specialist education for pupils with Autism from the ages of 5 to 11 years old. Upton Grange deploys a wide range of teaching strategies to engage and develop the progress of learners, who present with a range of learning difficulties and styles. Our pupils are taught in smaller class sizes and work towards an Equals Semi-Formal Curriculum and National Curriculum expectations where appropriate. Options Autism the UK's leading independent provider of specialist education and residential care for vulnerable pupils and young people. 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? 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 And 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 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. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. 4DWW will be rolled out within our school, when we have a full complement of staff - so there's never been a more exciting time to join us !

At OFG, we work smarter so you can spend more time doing what makes you happy! 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 ! Job Title: Headteacher Location: Upton Grange School, Slough, SL3 7LR Salary: £85,000 per annum (not pro rata) plus £3000 car allowance Hours: 38.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday Contract: Permanent, Term Time only Start: January 2026 We are recruiting for an experienced Headteacher for our amazing school, Upton Grange School in Slough. Our well-established school supports pupils with Autism from the ages of 5 to 11 years old. About the role This is an excellent opportunity for an inspiring Headteacher to join our fantastic team. Our Headteacher will commit to improving our pupil's academic performance, help students overcome their behavioural difficulties and develop their social skills and raise their aspirations. As Headteacher, you will continue our vision and ethos of 'Thinking and Learning Differently' and promote a relentless focus on high quality, creative learning, delivering our pupil's educational needs, and maximising pupils' achievement and ability to develop your strategic thinking in response to their complex. The role involves travel across the Hillingdon Manor group of schools (4). Who we are looking for The successful candidate will exercise dynamic leadership of the school and ensure the full development of the vision for the service, its promotion, and continuous improvement. You will create and maintain outstanding outcomes in the education of our students. You will continue to drive our shared vision and strategic plan through inspirational leadership and motivates pupils, staff, and everyone within our school community and beyond. Your leadership should express core educational values and moral purpose and include stakeholders' values and beliefs. The strategic planning process is critical to sustaining school improvement and ensuring that the school moves forward for the benefit of its pupils. You will collaborate with the school's senior leadership team and the Regional Director to provide an inclusive approach to outstanding educational and therapeutic provision which is well established in the school. You will have overall responsibility for the strategic leadership of the school whilst maintaining ongoing communication with schools to ensure that the provision and standards are consistently high across the schools. Essential: Relevant experience in the specialist area of the service, i.e. relevant experience working with young people who have additional learning and communication difficulties. Relevant experience as a Head Teacher or Deputy Head Teacher in an SEN school Experience with Ofsted procedures/inspections and working with School Improvement Partners. Manage budgets effectively and ensure cost efficiency and financial compliance. Relevant Teaching Qualification About us Upton Grange School is an ASD provision, and we are a part of the Hillingdon Manor group of schools and the Outcomes First Group. Upton Grange provides specialist education for pupils with Autism from the ages of 5 to 11 years old. Upton Grange deploys a wide range of teaching strategies to engage and develop the progress of learners, who present with a range of learning difficulties and styles. Our pupils are taught in smaller class sizes and work towards an Equals Semi-Formal Curriculum and National Curriculum expectations where appropriate. Options Autism the UK's leading independent provider of specialist education and residential care for vulnerable pupils and young people. 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? 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 And 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 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. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. 4DWW will be rolled out within our school, when we have a full complement of staff - so there's never been a more exciting time to join us !

At OFG, we work smarter so you can spend more time doing what makes you happy! 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 ! Job Title: Headteacher Location: Upton Grange School, Slough, SL3 7LR Salary: £85,000 per annum (not pro rata) plus £3000 car allowance Hours: 38.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday Contract: Permanent, Term Time only Start: January 2026 We are recruiting for an experienced Headteacher for our amazing school, Upton Grange School in Slough. Our well-established school supports pupils with Autism from the ages of 5 to 11 years old. About the role This is an excellent opportunity for an inspiring Headteacher to join our fantastic team. Our Headteacher will commit to improving our pupil's academic performance, help students overcome their behavioural difficulties and develop their social skills and raise their aspirations. As Headteacher, you will continue our vision and ethos of 'Thinking and Learning Differently' and promote a relentless focus on high quality, creative learning, delivering our pupil's educational needs, and maximising pupils' achievement and ability to develop your strategic thinking in response to their complex. The role involves travel across the Hillingdon Manor group of schools (4). Who we are looking for The successful candidate will exercise dynamic leadership of the school and ensure the full development of the vision for the service, its promotion, and continuous improvement. You will create and maintain outstanding outcomes in the education of our students. You will continue to drive our shared vision and strategic plan through inspirational leadership and motivates pupils, staff, and everyone within our school community and beyond. Your leadership should express core educational values and moral purpose and include stakeholders' values and beliefs. The strategic planning process is critical to sustaining school improvement and ensuring that the school moves forward for the benefit of its pupils. You will collaborate with the school's senior leadership team and the Regional Director to provide an inclusive approach to outstanding educational and therapeutic provision which is well established in the school. You will have overall responsibility for the strategic leadership of the school whilst maintaining ongoing communication with schools to ensure that the provision and standards are consistently high across the schools. Essential: Relevant experience in the specialist area of the service, i.e. relevant experience working with young people who have additional learning and communication difficulties. Relevant experience as a Head Teacher or Deputy Head Teacher in an SEN school Experience with Ofsted procedures/inspections and working with School Improvement Partners. Manage budgets effectively and ensure cost efficiency and financial compliance. Relevant Teaching Qualification About us Upton Grange School is an ASD provision, and we are a part of the Hillingdon Manor group of schools and the Outcomes First Group. Upton Grange provides specialist education for pupils with Autism from the ages of 5 to 11 years old. Upton Grange deploys a wide range of teaching strategies to engage and develop the progress of learners, who present with a range of learning difficulties and styles. Our pupils are taught in smaller class sizes and work towards an Equals Semi-Formal Curriculum and National Curriculum expectations where appropriate. Options Autism the UK's leading independent provider of specialist education and residential care for vulnerable pupils and young people. 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? 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 And 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 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. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. 4DWW will be rolled out within our school, when we have a full complement of staff - so there's never been a more exciting time to join us !

At OFG, we work smarter so you can spend more time doing what makes you happy! 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 ! Job Title: Headteacher Location: Upton Grange School, Slough, SL3 7LR Salary: £85,000 per annum (not pro rata) plus £3000 car allowance Hours: 38.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday Contract: Permanent, Term Time only Start: January 2026 We are recruiting for an experienced Headteacher for our amazing school, Upton Grange School in Slough. Our well-established school supports pupils with Autism from the ages of 5 to 11 years old. About the role This is an excellent opportunity for an inspiring Headteacher to join our fantastic team. Our Headteacher will commit to improving our pupil's academic performance, help students overcome their behavioural difficulties and develop their social skills and raise their aspirations. As Headteacher, you will continue our vision and ethos of 'Thinking and Learning Differently' and promote a relentless focus on high quality, creative learning, delivering our pupil's educational needs, and maximising pupils' achievement and ability to develop your strategic thinking in response to their complex. The role involves travel across the Hillingdon Manor group of schools (4). Who we are looking for The successful candidate will exercise dynamic leadership of the school and ensure the full development of the vision for the service, its promotion, and continuous improvement. You will create and maintain outstanding outcomes in the education of our students. You will continue to drive our shared vision and strategic plan through inspirational leadership and motivates pupils, staff, and everyone within our school community and beyond. Your leadership should express core educational values and moral purpose and include stakeholders' values and beliefs. The strategic planning process is critical to sustaining school improvement and ensuring that the school moves forward for the benefit of its pupils. You will collaborate with the school's senior leadership team and the Regional Director to provide an inclusive approach to outstanding educational and therapeutic provision which is well established in the school. You will have overall responsibility for the strategic leadership of the school whilst maintaining ongoing communication with schools to ensure that the provision and standards are consistently high across the schools. Essential: Relevant experience in the specialist area of the service, i.e. relevant experience working with young people who have additional learning and communication difficulties. Relevant experience as a Head Teacher or Deputy Head Teacher in an SEN school Experience with Ofsted procedures/inspections and working with School Improvement Partners. Manage budgets effectively and ensure cost efficiency and financial compliance. Relevant Teaching Qualification About us Upton Grange School is an ASD provision, and we are a part of the Hillingdon Manor group of schools and the Outcomes First Group. Upton Grange provides specialist education for pupils with Autism from the ages of 5 to 11 years old. Upton Grange deploys a wide range of teaching strategies to engage and develop the progress of learners, who present with a range of learning difficulties and styles. Our pupils are taught in smaller class sizes and work towards an Equals Semi-Formal Curriculum and National Curriculum expectations where appropriate. Options Autism the UK's leading independent provider of specialist education and residential care for vulnerable pupils and young people. 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? 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 And 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 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. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. 4DWW will be rolled out within our school, when we have a full complement of staff - so there's never been a more exciting time to join us !