We are seeking to appoint a passionate, skilled, and ambitious?Assistant Headteacherto join our senior leadership team with responsibility for ?Quality of Education - Curriculum, Teaching and Learning.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced leader who is committed to inclusive and trauma-informed education, with a particular focus on meeting the needs of pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC).

You will work closely with the Headteacher and other senior leaders to communicate the school’s vision, support the strategic leadership and daily management of the school, and lead on the design and implementation of a high-quality, ambitious curriculum that is sequenced across the school and aligned with the?Independent School Standards.

Snowflake School is a small, specialised school dedicated to providing high-quality education and support to students with special needs using the principles of Applied Behavioural Analysis.

The assistant head will use, develop and share knowledge and understanding of ABA/VB approaches and methodology within all teaching opportunities and ensure that personal knowledge of ABA/VB is kept up to date and share expertise with staff.

What you’ll be doing:

• Lead on whole-school curriculum design, teaching, and learning strategy

• Manage staff and resources effectively to drive high standards across the school

• Prepare the school for internal audits and produce termly Quality of Education reports

• Monitor progress towards strategic aims and objectives

• Uphold a positive school culture where pupils experience a rich and rewarding education

• Promote high standards of teaching, behaviour, attendance, and pupil wellbeing

• Support high-quality inclusive practice that meets the needs of pupils with SEND, particularly SEMH and ASC

• Oversee effective professional development and performance management of middle leaders

We are looking for a compassionate and resilient leader who:

• Has Qualified Teacher Status and at least 5 years of teaching experience

• Has leadership and management experience in an ASC or specialist provision

• Understands the importance of trauma-informed and inclusive practice

• Has a deep knowledge of curriculum design, pedagogy, and quality assurance

• Understands the OFSTED Framework and Independent School Standards

• Has strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive working relationships

• Demonstrates a commitment to safeguarding, SEND, and whole-school improvement

About you:

Essential:QTS, degree qualification, senior leadership training, experience in curriculum leadership and staff development, extensive ASC knowledge

Desirable:SEN qualifications/training, experience in managing staff/team, involvement in successful inspections and audits

Please note that this is illustrative of the general nature and level of responsibility of the role. It is not a comprehensive list of all tasks that the assistant head will carry out. The post holder may be required to do other duties appropriate to the level of the role.

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 06/06/2025Expected start date: ASAP

The School reserves the right to close the vacancy earlier than the published end date should it receive sufficient applications to warrant earlier shortlisting.

Snowflake school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: Snowflake School is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.