Assistant Head Teacher KS4 & KS5

Your new school

Gretton School is an independent specialist school for children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Conditions, specifically high functioning autism. We welcome students from 5—19 years old, as weekly boarders or as day students. Based just outside Cambridge, we work with 12 counties to provide a broad and individualised education for these unique and wonderful students.The school is growing and developing, it’s integrated therapeutic team are working tirelessly alongside the management team and the teaching and support staff to further develop our fantastic practise and outcomes. This is a really exciting time for Gretton School, its staff and students, do you have what it takes to share the journey, and effectively support the school to its rightful bright future?

Your new role

The school are looking to appoint an excellent Assistant Headteacher from September 2022 or sooner. The Assistant Head Teacher is to take a central role in the leadership of KS4 & KS5. They will be highly motivated, enthusiastic and a committed professional with a drive to share in the leadership and contribute to the further development of the school. The successful candidate will contribute to the overall ethos, aims and values of the school, promoting a positive image within the school and wider community.

What you'll need to succeed 

• Qualified Teacher Status and experience teaching across KS4/KS5
• Experience of working with children and young people with a range of special educational needs.   
• Experience of leading staff members.   
• The strength of character to a make a real impact and inspire others

What you'll get in return

Gretton is a friendly school where staff are supportive of each other inside and outside of the classroom and there is an opportunity to really make a difference to the lives of our students and their families. Gretton has a person-centred focus, providing each child with a personalised education and care programme tailored to help meet their unique needs. At Gretton, our staff are like family, so don’t delay and apply today to join the Gretton family.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or Brett Coventry on 020 3818 7040  

Safeguarding recruitment statement:  Gretton School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff to share this commitment, applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with employers and the Disclosure & Barring Service. We aim to be a fair employer and are committed to equal opportunities. Gretton School does not discriminate against employees on the basis of gender, ethnic origin, disability or age.