Are you an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant or a Psychology Graduate who is looking for work experience in a Primary school? Would you enjoy working in a Primary school in Sutton? Would you like to work with a child with ASD? February 2026 start or sooner 2 Form Entry Primary School Borough of Sutton with great local train and bus links Mainstream Primary School Outstanding OFSTED report SEN Teaching Assistant Role Academics LTD are currently working with this fantastic two form entry Primary school, based in the borough of Sutton. The Headteacher is ready to interview and appoint an experienced Learning Support Assistant or Psychology Graduate to join the team this September and work with a male pupil in Lower Key Stage 2. The child has been diagnosed with Autism and is currently doing very well at school. The role has come available due to his current Learning Support Assistant leaving the school to move abroad iso the Headteacher is keen to appoint now so there is time for the successful candidate to come in and spend some time in school if you are available for a smooth transition and handover before they leave at February half term. The school has a recent outstanding OFSTED and is a brilliant place to work and learn. Behaviour is excellent across the school which in turn allows Teachers and support staff to do their best work and provide high quality lesson and engaging topic work to really fire up the children's imagination. The SENCO and SEN Team work go the extra mile to make sure that children with Special Education Needs in the school have targeted and relevant education plans. They take time to really get to know the children and their families to create a secure learning environment where children with barriers to learning can access the curriculum and flourish. If you would like to be part of this happy, purposeful team then please get in touch with a copy of your CV today. You will need to have a relevant Level 3 Education qualification or a degree, with excellent written and spoken English. Interviews will be arranged W/C 19th January.
Jan 09, 2026
Full time
Are you an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant or a Psychology Graduate who is looking for work experience in a Primary school? Would you enjoy working in a Primary school in Sutton? Would you like to work with a child with ASD? February 2026 start or sooner 2 Form Entry Primary School Borough of Sutton with great local train and bus links Mainstream Primary School Outstanding OFSTED report SEN Teaching Assistant Role Academics LTD are currently working with this fantastic two form entry Primary school, based in the borough of Sutton. The Headteacher is ready to interview and appoint an experienced Learning Support Assistant or Psychology Graduate to join the team this September and work with a male pupil in Lower Key Stage 2. The child has been diagnosed with Autism and is currently doing very well at school. The role has come available due to his current Learning Support Assistant leaving the school to move abroad iso the Headteacher is keen to appoint now so there is time for the successful candidate to come in and spend some time in school if you are available for a smooth transition and handover before they leave at February half term. The school has a recent outstanding OFSTED and is a brilliant place to work and learn. Behaviour is excellent across the school which in turn allows Teachers and support staff to do their best work and provide high quality lesson and engaging topic work to really fire up the children's imagination. The SENCO and SEN Team work go the extra mile to make sure that children with Special Education Needs in the school have targeted and relevant education plans. They take time to really get to know the children and their families to create a secure learning environment where children with barriers to learning can access the curriculum and flourish. If you would like to be part of this happy, purposeful team then please get in touch with a copy of your CV today. You will need to have a relevant Level 3 Education qualification or a degree, with excellent written and spoken English. Interviews will be arranged W/C 19th January.
Assistant Headteacher Manor Abbey School Manor Abbey School is proud to be part of Manor Hall Trust. We are seeking a passionate and innovative Assistant Headteacher to join our Senior Leadership Team. In our state of the art SEMH secondary school you will have a key role in shaping the lives of young people with social, emotional and mental health needs. This is an opportunity to lead, inspire and make a tangible difference in a supportive and forward thinking environment. Scope of the role will be discussed and agreed with the successful candidate before recruitment to ensure their skills and experience are best aligned with the school's needs. We are particularly interested to hear from leaders with experience in behaviour, culture and personal development. We strongly encourage prospective applicants to visit Manor Abbey School before applying. Visits can be arranged by contacting the school office directly on . Visits can be booked for w/c 24th November in the school day. We look forward to welcoming you and sharing what makes our school exceptional! Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership Work closely with the Headteacher and Executive Headteacher to develop and implement the school's vision and strategic priorities. Lead on key areas of school improvement, fostering a culture of resilience, inclusion and high expectations. Support performance reviews of the teaching team and provide evidence of outstanding practice in the classroom and other professional duties. Support self evaluation and whole school planning to ensure sustained progress. Teaching and Learning Oversee the development of an innovative, SEMH focused curriculum tailored to individual needs. Ensure outstanding teaching practices across the school, supporting staff through professional development and coaching. Use data effectively to monitor progress and implement interventions to improve student outcomes. Behaviour and Pastoral Leadership Lead the implementation of the school's behaviour policies, ensuring consistent approaches to managing challenging behaviours. Drive initiatives to improve attendance and reduce exclusions. Promote emotional well being and provide staff training on trauma informed practices and behaviour management strategies. Staff Development Line manage and mentor middle leaders or specific teams, fostering accountability and high performance. Identify staff training needs and deliver CPD sessions to enhance skills and expertise in SEMH education. Support recruitment, induction and performance management processes to build a dynamic and capable team. Safeguarding and Student Welfare Develop and oversee support plans for students at risk, ensuring their needs are met effectively. Promote a safe, nurturing environment prioritising mental health and well being. Community Engagement Build strong relationships with parents, carers, external agencies and the wider community. Champion the school's ethos, ensuring effective communication to celebrate achievements and address challenges. What We Expect from You A proven leader with experience in SEMH or specialist educational settings. A deep understanding of the challenges faced by SEMH students and strategies to support their development. A visionary thinker who can design and implement impactful initiatives. Exceptional interpersonal skills, inspiring confidence and collaboration among staff, students and families. Resilience, empathy and a solution focused approach to overcoming obstacles. A commitment to safeguarding, inclusivity and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. What You Can Expect from Us Professional Growth: Access to tailored CPD opportunities, coaching and mentorship to support your career progression. Supportive Leadership: A collaborative Senior Leadership Team committed to your success and well being. Well Being Focus: A workplace that prioritises staff mental health, with initiatives to ensure a positive and inclusive working environment. Innovative Environment: The opportunity to work in a state of the art school with resources designed to meet the needs of SEMH students. Recognition and Respect: A culture that values your contributions and celebrates successes across the school community. Well Being Initiatives: Access to employee assistance programmes offering health and well being advice, including Cycle to Work and Tech Purchase schemes. To learn more about Manor Abbey School and Manor Hall Academy Trust please visit their websites. Manor Hall Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be appointed subject to an Enhanced DBS with Children's Barred list, and pre employment checks, including right to work, confirmation of appropriate qualifications and professional references. Please also note that if you are shortlisted for the role, we may conduct an online search as part of our due diligence on the shortlisted candidates. This may help identify any incidents or issues that have happened, and are publicly available online, which may indicate that you are unsuitable to work with children, and that we may want to explore with you at interview. Please follow the link to access the schools' policies on Safeguarding, Safer Recruitment, Online Searches and Data Protection.
Jan 07, 2026
Full time
Assistant Headteacher Manor Abbey School Manor Abbey School is proud to be part of Manor Hall Trust. We are seeking a passionate and innovative Assistant Headteacher to join our Senior Leadership Team. In our state of the art SEMH secondary school you will have a key role in shaping the lives of young people with social, emotional and mental health needs. This is an opportunity to lead, inspire and make a tangible difference in a supportive and forward thinking environment. Scope of the role will be discussed and agreed with the successful candidate before recruitment to ensure their skills and experience are best aligned with the school's needs. We are particularly interested to hear from leaders with experience in behaviour, culture and personal development. We strongly encourage prospective applicants to visit Manor Abbey School before applying. Visits can be arranged by contacting the school office directly on . Visits can be booked for w/c 24th November in the school day. We look forward to welcoming you and sharing what makes our school exceptional! Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership Work closely with the Headteacher and Executive Headteacher to develop and implement the school's vision and strategic priorities. Lead on key areas of school improvement, fostering a culture of resilience, inclusion and high expectations. Support performance reviews of the teaching team and provide evidence of outstanding practice in the classroom and other professional duties. Support self evaluation and whole school planning to ensure sustained progress. Teaching and Learning Oversee the development of an innovative, SEMH focused curriculum tailored to individual needs. Ensure outstanding teaching practices across the school, supporting staff through professional development and coaching. Use data effectively to monitor progress and implement interventions to improve student outcomes. Behaviour and Pastoral Leadership Lead the implementation of the school's behaviour policies, ensuring consistent approaches to managing challenging behaviours. Drive initiatives to improve attendance and reduce exclusions. Promote emotional well being and provide staff training on trauma informed practices and behaviour management strategies. Staff Development Line manage and mentor middle leaders or specific teams, fostering accountability and high performance. Identify staff training needs and deliver CPD sessions to enhance skills and expertise in SEMH education. Support recruitment, induction and performance management processes to build a dynamic and capable team. Safeguarding and Student Welfare Develop and oversee support plans for students at risk, ensuring their needs are met effectively. Promote a safe, nurturing environment prioritising mental health and well being. Community Engagement Build strong relationships with parents, carers, external agencies and the wider community. Champion the school's ethos, ensuring effective communication to celebrate achievements and address challenges. What We Expect from You A proven leader with experience in SEMH or specialist educational settings. A deep understanding of the challenges faced by SEMH students and strategies to support their development. A visionary thinker who can design and implement impactful initiatives. Exceptional interpersonal skills, inspiring confidence and collaboration among staff, students and families. Resilience, empathy and a solution focused approach to overcoming obstacles. A commitment to safeguarding, inclusivity and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. What You Can Expect from Us Professional Growth: Access to tailored CPD opportunities, coaching and mentorship to support your career progression. Supportive Leadership: A collaborative Senior Leadership Team committed to your success and well being. Well Being Focus: A workplace that prioritises staff mental health, with initiatives to ensure a positive and inclusive working environment. Innovative Environment: The opportunity to work in a state of the art school with resources designed to meet the needs of SEMH students. Recognition and Respect: A culture that values your contributions and celebrates successes across the school community. Well Being Initiatives: Access to employee assistance programmes offering health and well being advice, including Cycle to Work and Tech Purchase schemes. To learn more about Manor Abbey School and Manor Hall Academy Trust please visit their websites. Manor Hall Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be appointed subject to an Enhanced DBS with Children's Barred list, and pre employment checks, including right to work, confirmation of appropriate qualifications and professional references. Please also note that if you are shortlisted for the role, we may conduct an online search as part of our due diligence on the shortlisted candidates. This may help identify any incidents or issues that have happened, and are publicly available online, which may indicate that you are unsuitable to work with children, and that we may want to explore with you at interview. Please follow the link to access the schools' policies on Safeguarding, Safer Recruitment, Online Searches and Data Protection.
A state-of-the-art SEMH secondary school in England is seeking a passionate Assistant Headteacher to join its Senior Leadership Team. This role involves leading the development of a tailored SEMH-focused curriculum and fostering a positive school culture. Ideal candidates will have proven leadership experience, a deep understanding of SEMH challenges, and the ability to inspire staff and students alike. This position offers excellent professional growth opportunities in a supportive environment that prioritizes mental health and well-being.
Jan 07, 2026
Full time
A state-of-the-art SEMH secondary school in England is seeking a passionate Assistant Headteacher to join its Senior Leadership Team. This role involves leading the development of a tailored SEMH-focused curriculum and fostering a positive school culture. Ideal candidates will have proven leadership experience, a deep understanding of SEMH challenges, and the ability to inspire staff and students alike. This position offers excellent professional growth opportunities in a supportive environment that prioritizes mental health and well-being.
Thrussington CE Primary School and Scalford CE Primary School in Leicestershire are two much loved village schools with strong identities, rich histories and close-knit communities who care deeply about their children and their schools. This is a fantastic opportunity for the new Headteacher to provide the inspirational leadership which will ensure both schools push forward for even greater success. Thrussington has capacity for 110 children with Scalford having capacity for 84. Each school has many strengths to build on - committed staff, supportive governors, engaged families, and pupils who are curious, kind and ambitious. The new Headteacher will work with a talented team where the shared goal is to consolidate those strengths and improve further, ensuring consistently excellent outcomes and experiences for every child. While each school will retain its own identity, character, and community voice, this role offers the opportunity, with the support of each school's Assistant Headteachers, to further the strategic development of the school's curriculum and staff collaboration to benefit the educational outcomes for all pupils. The schools are part of Learn Academies Trust, a thriving Multi-Academy Trust, founded in 2016, and now a proud family of 19 Church of England and Community Primary Schools across Leicestershire, including Leicester City. Our Church schools are part of the wider Diocese of Leicester network of 97 schools and academies, giving us access to a strong, collaborative community and shared expertise. Inclusion is at the heart of everything we do. We welcome and respect children and families of all faiths and none, ensuring every child feels valued, supported, and able to flourish. We believe in the transformative power of education. Guided by our vision and values, we work in courageous fellowship to pursue our core aims of equity, well-being, and excellence relentlessly striving to provide the very best opportunities for every learner and every member of staff. The Trust is well established and respected, and you will be a key part of its future growth, development, innovation, and continuous improvement. We are a community that is committed to professional growth, collaboration, and innovation. This is more than a leadership role - it's an opportunity to shape futures and make a lasting impact. Whether you are currently a Deputy Head/Vice Principal or Head of School ambitious for your first headship or an experienced Headteacher ready for a new challenge, if you are inspired by leading two cherished schools and by the opportunity to shape their next chapter of excellence while preserving what makes each distinctive, we would be delighted to hear from you. You must have a passion for continuous improvement, embracing new ideas to enhance teaching and learning. This will be driven by a clear vision for the future of the schools, and the ability to implement strategic initiatives that deliver tangible results. Importantly, you must be values led and motivated to make a real difference to the lives of the pupils. To find out more about this exceptional opportunity please visit For a confidential discussion about the role, to arrange a visit or to make an application, please contact Martin Blair at Hays Leadership Appointments. Please do not use online "APPLY" options without first making contact. T: E: Closing Date: 8am, Monday 2 nd February Interviews: 10th and 11th February Learn Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and young people. We have a robust Child Protection Policy and all staff will receive training relevant to their role at induction and throughout employment with the Trust. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service criminal records check for work with children.
Jan 03, 2026
Full time
Thrussington CE Primary School and Scalford CE Primary School in Leicestershire are two much loved village schools with strong identities, rich histories and close-knit communities who care deeply about their children and their schools. This is a fantastic opportunity for the new Headteacher to provide the inspirational leadership which will ensure both schools push forward for even greater success. Thrussington has capacity for 110 children with Scalford having capacity for 84. Each school has many strengths to build on - committed staff, supportive governors, engaged families, and pupils who are curious, kind and ambitious. The new Headteacher will work with a talented team where the shared goal is to consolidate those strengths and improve further, ensuring consistently excellent outcomes and experiences for every child. While each school will retain its own identity, character, and community voice, this role offers the opportunity, with the support of each school's Assistant Headteachers, to further the strategic development of the school's curriculum and staff collaboration to benefit the educational outcomes for all pupils. The schools are part of Learn Academies Trust, a thriving Multi-Academy Trust, founded in 2016, and now a proud family of 19 Church of England and Community Primary Schools across Leicestershire, including Leicester City. Our Church schools are part of the wider Diocese of Leicester network of 97 schools and academies, giving us access to a strong, collaborative community and shared expertise. Inclusion is at the heart of everything we do. We welcome and respect children and families of all faiths and none, ensuring every child feels valued, supported, and able to flourish. We believe in the transformative power of education. Guided by our vision and values, we work in courageous fellowship to pursue our core aims of equity, well-being, and excellence relentlessly striving to provide the very best opportunities for every learner and every member of staff. The Trust is well established and respected, and you will be a key part of its future growth, development, innovation, and continuous improvement. We are a community that is committed to professional growth, collaboration, and innovation. This is more than a leadership role - it's an opportunity to shape futures and make a lasting impact. Whether you are currently a Deputy Head/Vice Principal or Head of School ambitious for your first headship or an experienced Headteacher ready for a new challenge, if you are inspired by leading two cherished schools and by the opportunity to shape their next chapter of excellence while preserving what makes each distinctive, we would be delighted to hear from you. You must have a passion for continuous improvement, embracing new ideas to enhance teaching and learning. This will be driven by a clear vision for the future of the schools, and the ability to implement strategic initiatives that deliver tangible results. Importantly, you must be values led and motivated to make a real difference to the lives of the pupils. To find out more about this exceptional opportunity please visit For a confidential discussion about the role, to arrange a visit or to make an application, please contact Martin Blair at Hays Leadership Appointments. Please do not use online "APPLY" options without first making contact. T: E: Closing Date: 8am, Monday 2 nd February Interviews: 10th and 11th February Learn Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and young people. We have a robust Child Protection Policy and all staff will receive training relevant to their role at induction and throughout employment with the Trust. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service criminal records check for work with children.
