Deputy Head of Education

Our Place Schools Ltd is a residential school for young people with severe learning difficulties, Autistic Spectrum Condition, medical and behavioural needs. We are looking for a new Deputy Head of Education to join our small, friendly team. Working in a beautiful rural setting just 5 minutes from Malvern and close to the A44. We have free parking on site and subsided lunches. 

This wonderful opportunity will be right for someone who is committed to provide the best quality of care and support to Children and Young People, enabling them to reach their full potential. You will plan individual curricula for each pupil, incorporating relevant and stimulating learning activities and targets for them to work towards. In addition, you will support the Head of Education to lead the school staff team, evaluating performance, development and inspiring both colleagues and pupils. You will have proven techniques for dealing with challenging behaviour whilst promoting inclusion and independence across the school. The ideal candidate will have experience within an SEN setting, relevant teaching qualification and experience of working with the Independent Schools Inspection framework. 

You will need to submit an application form by the deadline of 5 November at midnight. You can apply via our website: https://form.jotformeu.com/72063938712358 or contact us for an application form on 01886833378 and ask for Katie Walker or Holly Kent. 

Our Place Schools is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS will be required for the successful candidate in accordance with Safeguarding Children and Safer Recruitment in Education legislation along with Employment checks. Our Place Schools offers the opportunity to work in an independent school setting with school holidays tailored to the service of approx. 13 weeks. Enrollment in the Teachers Pension Scheme is available or alternatively Our place operates a NEST pension scheme which can be utilised instead. If you don't opt out, you will be automatically enrolled. We offer childcare vouchers, plus additional benefits, which are being reviewed to ensure that we are a great place to work.