Assistant Headteacher

Lead with Purpose. Inspire Your Team. Help Shape What Comes Next. Are you ready to take the next step in your leadership career while staying connected to the classroom and the students you support?, At Red Kite School, we're looking for an ambitious and passionate Assistant Headteacher to join our Senior Leadership Team and play an important role in shaping the continued development of our specialist school. Working closely with the Headteacher, you'll combine strategic leadership with a 70% teaching commitment, giving you the opportunity to lead by example and remain directly involved in the day to day education of our students. You'll influence teaching and learning, student outcomes, staff development and whole school improvement, while helping create a culture where both students and colleagues can thrive. Your Leadership Impact As Assistant Headteacher, you'll:

• Work alongside the Headteacher to provide strategic and operational leadership across the school
• Maintain a 70% teaching commitment, modelling high quality classroom practice and ambitious expectations
• Drive high standards of teaching, learning, behaviour and student achievement
• Lead school improvement initiatives, using assessment, data and evidence to identify priorities and strengthen outcomes
• Monitor student progress and ensure appropriate interventions are in place to help every student move forward
• Coach, mentor and develop colleagues, supporting professional growth and building a confident and effective team
• Champion safeguarding, wellbeing and positive relationships throughout the school
• Build strong partnerships with families, professionals and external stakeholders while contributing to the school's long term vision and development
  
  We're looking for an experienced educational leader who can combine strategic thinking with visible, hands on leadership., Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a relevant degree
• Successful leadership experience within a school environment
• Strong knowledge of curriculum development, assessment and school improvement
• Experience supporting, coaching and developing colleagues to improve practice and outcomes
• The ability to motivate and inspire both students and staff
• A commitment to high quality education, inclusion and improving opportunities for young people
• Strong communication and collaborative leadership skills
• A clear commitment to safeguarding and maintaining high expectations across the school
• A full UK driving licence
• NPQSL or another recognised leadership qualification would be desirable but is not essential., Whether you're an established senior leader looking for your next challenge or an experienced school leader ready to progress, you'll join a supportive environment where your ideas, experience and leadership can have a genuine impact.
  
  This is an opportunity to have influence beyond your own classroom while continuing to experience the part of education that matters most, working directly with students. You'll help shape school improvement, develop colleagues, strengthen teaching and learning and contribute to decisions that can make a lasting difference across Red Kite School., Red Kite School is an independent special school for up to 60 young people aged 11-18 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
Opened in September 2024, the school is located in the beautiful market town of Princes Risborough, Buckinghamshire. We provide a safe, nurturing and supportive environment where every young person is understood, valued and encouraged to thrive. Our experienced team creates a calm, structured environment where students build confidence, resilience and achieve positive outcomes through personalised learning, high expectations and strong relationships. Our curriculum develops the knowledge, emotional resilience, social communication and life skills students need to succeed in education, their communities and beyond, helping every young person become a confident learner, responsible citizen and prepared for their future. Acorn Education offers rewarding careers and meaningful challenges while making a real difference in young people's lives. As a leading UK provider of specialist education for children and young people with special educational needs, and part of Outcomes First Group, we deliver innovative, evidence-based approaches that support measurable progress and lasting impact. We are really proud to say that in 2025 Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a 'Great Place to Work' for the sixth year running.

We place students and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.
• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
• "Your Wellbeing Matters" - mental health support and physical health checks
• Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:
• Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
• Hundreds of UK and international discounts
• Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support