Assistant Headteacher

Assistant Headteacher –  Snow Hill School, 50-58 Snowhill, Stoke on Trent, ST1 4LY

Salary: £45,000 £50,000 | Full Time (40 hours/week)

Purpose of the Role

To lead and develop the curriculum, teaching quality, and pupil achievement across the school, ensuring that all pupils, including those with complex needs, receive a high-quality, broad, balanced, and coherent education. The Assistant Headteacher will champion evidence-based teaching practises and professional development supporting teaching within the school (0.2 teaching), modelling the Keys Group EPIC values and adhering strictly to the Staff Code of Conduct.

At Snowhill School

We are a small independent school who support students which may have previously experienced difficulties accessing in their education We are committed to ensuring that all students learn and are engaged in the appropriate programme of study, which allows them to successfully re-engage with education and to achieve their very best outcomes.

We offer a very broad and balanced curriculum that enables pupils to undertake examinations and gain qualifications including GCSE’s, BTECs and functional skills, we also have access to a wide range of adventurous subjects which include water sports, mountain biking, archery, horse-riding etc.

Key Responsibilities

• Model professional integrity, respectful communication, and high standards of behaviour consistent with the Staff Code of Conduct
• Work collaboratively with senior leaders, staff, parents, and external agencies to meet pupils’ needs
• Embed trauma-informed and therapeutic approaches in curriculum delivery and teaching practises
• Lead the design, development, and implementation of a curriculum that is accessible, engaging, and tailored to the needs of pupils with complex needs and SEND
• Ensure statutory curriculum requirements are met, and that literacy, numeracy, science, ICT, and vocational subjects are effectively delivered
• Use assessment data to identify gaps in learning and lead targeted interventions to improve pupil outcomes while teaching and supporting (0.2 teaching requirement)
• Support subject leaders and teaching staff through coaching, training, and sharing best practice, alongside the use of valid and reliable assessment and reporting systems that inform teaching and learning
• Lead strategies to raise pupil attainment and progress across all subjects
• Ensure that teaching supports pupils’ social and emotional development alongside academic progress
• Engage parents and carers as partners in their children’s learning
• Encourage reflective practice and engagement with educational research
• Contribute to budget planning related to curriculum resources and staff training
• Promote a positive, safe learning environment where pupils can thrive emotionally and academically
• Ensure compliance with Independent School Standards (Parts 3 and 5) and all relevant health and safety regulations
  

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status; relevant leadership qualification NPQSL or equivalent
• Proven experience leading curriculum development and improving teaching quality
• Deep understanding of curriculum design, assessment, and evidence-informed teaching strategies
• Ability to lead, motivate, and support teaching staff, modelling the Staff Code of Conduct
• Strong interpersonal skills with staff, pupils, parents, and external partners
• Commitment to professional conduct and safeguarding as per the Staff Code of Conduct
• Ability to use data to inform teaching strategies and curriculum planning
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil wellbeing
• Resilience, adaptability, empathy, and passion for improving pupil outcomes
  

Benefits of Joining Keys

• NEST enhanced pension scheme
• Staff Referral Scheme – Refer a friend to join Keys and split a £500 referral bonus between you
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Access to a blue light discount card 
• Fully funded training and qualifications for all colleagues
• Enhanced pay scales based on experience and qualifications
• Employee benefits scheme such as wellbeing app and a range of discounts  
• Life assurance

Keys Education is a national network of alternative learning solutions and pathways, designed to support learners with diverse needs to achieve their goals and realise their potential. It helps individuals with support needs build stability, resilience, and a sense of belonging through Connected Support.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are also committed to supporting the Armed Forces community through our Armed Forces Covenant.

Eligible candidates from military backgrounds are guaranteed an interview – please include details of your service on your CV.

Safeguarding

We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All posts require an enhanced DBS check.

More can be found about Keys and our Therapeutic Education Services here