Deputy Headteacher

Description

How would you like to get paid for five days, but only work four?

At Outcomes First Group, we believe in better work/life balance - and we're putting wellbeing first.

That's why we're proud to be part of a 4-Day Working Week (4DWW) trial, where you can work one day less each week (or equivalent hours), while still receiving your full-time pay.

Many of our schools have already introduced the 4DWW - and others are preparing to roll it out as soon as they reach full staffing. So, whether it's already in place or just around the corner, now's the perfect time to join .

Job Title: Deputy Headteacher

Location: Ashley Park School, Walton-on-Thames, KT12 1LE

Salary: Up to GBP70,000 per annum dependent on experience ( not pro rata )

Hours: 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday

Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only

Start Date: October 2025

UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

As part of our continued growth in service, we are looking for an experienced Deputy Headteacher to join our amazing team at Ashley Park School in Walton-on-Thames.

About the Role

This is a key leadership role at Ashley Park School, where you will help shape a high-quality, tailored education for every pupil. Working alongside the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team, you will help foster a culture of excellence, innovation, and care.

In this role, you will champion the academic, social, and emotional development of all pupils, ensuring their wellbeing and progress are at the heart of everything we do. You'll have the opportunity to lead, inspire, and collaborate in a supportive and dynamic environment where every day brings new challenges and rewards.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the planning and delivery of a broad, balanced, and relevant curriculum that inspires learners.Champion positive behaviour support, creating a safe, nurturing, and consistent school environment.Work closely with a multidisciplinary team, including education and clinical colleagues, to ensure holistic support for pupils.Monitor and celebrate pupil progress, ensuring all learners achieve their individual goals.Support the assessment and placement process for new pupils.Ensure full compliance with safeguarding procedures and school policies.Drive high-quality teaching and learning across the school, modelling excellence and supporting staff development.Work alongside the Headteacher to support school management, improvement planning, and strategic initiatives.Who We're Looking For

UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.A natural leader with excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.Experience in senior leadership or school management is desirable.A passionate educator committed to supporting pupils' academic and personal growth.Join us at Ashley Park School and be part of a team that is dedicated to transforming lives, celebrating achievements, and creating a supportive, thriving learning environment.

About the School

Ashley Park School is located in the stunning market town on the south bank of the Thames in the borough of Surrey. It forms part of the Greater London built up area and is served by a wide range of transport routes to school, making it easily accessible. Our new specialist school will cater for young people with complex communication needs, autism and associated learning and emotional needs.

Our aim is to help pupils excel by providing a structured, nurturing approach, with pupils accessing a broad, balanced, engaging and extraordinarily rich curriculum.

For over 16 years Options Autism have provided care and education to pupils, young people and adults with autism, complex needs and learning difficulties. We are a leading provider of education for neurodivergent young people and young adults. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care.

We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a 'Great Place to Work' for the fifth year running.

Why join Options Autism?

We place the outcomes of the pupils 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.

Benefits

Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you'll get an exceptional reward package including:

Life AssurancePension 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 checksAnd 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 benefits100's of discount options valid in the UK and abroadCycle to Work SchemesElectric Car Purchase SchemeCritical illness coverFamily Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

You'll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit

Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.

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