Assistant Headteacher Job at Horizon Care and Education Group (Dudley Port, Tipton)

Assistant Headteacher

Horizon Care and Education Group

Location:
United Kingdom , Dudley Port, Tipton

Category:
Education

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

55745.00 - 58568.00 GBP / Year

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Job Description:

Horizon Care and Education have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Headteacher to join our established specialist SEN school in the Dudley area. Dudley Port School is an independent specialist day school providing high-quality education for boys and girls. Based in Tipton, the school meets the diverse needs of pupils aged 11-16 with varying SEN and SEMH needs. Join us in shaping the future of education and making a difference in the lives of children and young people with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health Needs. Together, we will create a nurturing and inspiring learning environment where every student can thrive.

Job Responsibility:

Achieve the highest possible standards and outcomes for the pupils as a member of the senior management team
Implement effective policies and procedures that support the high standards of educational
Assist the Head teacher in the day to day running of the school
Strategically oversee the school’s resources to support the achievement of educational objectives and priorities effectively and efficiently
Collaborate with the headteacher to clearly articulate, disseminate, ensure understanding of, and effectively implement the school’s vision among all stakeholders
Prioritise pupil achievement, safety, and well-being as the core focus of all school activities
Foster a culture of challenge and support to empower every student to succeed and actively engage in their learning journey
Articulate and uphold high expectations by setting ambitious targets for the entire school community
Exemplify the school’s values consistently through daily work and actions

Requirements:

QTS or QTLS Qualification
Have similar SLT experience in an SEN environment
Up to date OFSTED and knowledge of the SEN education sector and desired outcomes
Have up to date safeguarding and child protection qualifications/knowledge and experience

What we offer:

Competitive pay rates
Occupational sick pay
Christmas bonus
Blue Light Card
Colleague referral scheme with cash rewards – earn up to £2500 per referral!
Financial wellbeing service
Life Assurance
Tastecard - spectacular savings on dining, pizza, cinema tickets, supermarkets, and UK attractions!
Opportunity to progress in your career through our Education Academy, and ongoing training and professional development
Comprehensive and tailored induction programme including face-to-face training, online modules, shadowing, and local induction period
Face-to-face therapeutic training and support for all colleagues via our SHINE programme
Access to a wide range of free online courses for all colleagues on a variety of topics
Employee assistance programme – free, confidential support via Bupa
Supportive management and senior leaders
High quality CPD opportunities
Free eye checks

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
March 26, 2026

Expiration:
April 10, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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