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How would you like to be paid for five days but only work four ?Our colleagues wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do at OFG, so were always looking for new ways to improve everyones work/life balance. Were taking part in a trial of the 4-Day Working Week, meaning that you could be working one day less a week (or equivalent).If the trial is a success, well be rolling the 4DWW out across the Group so theres never been a more exciting time to join #teamOFG!Become an Assistant Headteacher at our brand-new school Red Kite School part of Acorn Education and start working towards yours.Red Kite School, Buckinghamshire, HP27 0JW45,000 per annum (not pro rata)40 hours per week hours per week, Monday to Friday 8am - 4pmPermanent, Term Time onlyRed Kite is a brand-new independent special educational needs school which will cater for up to 60 pupils with social and emotional health needs.The school is based in the beautiful market town Princes Risborough in Buckinghamshire. This is an exciting opportunity for anybody who wants to be a part of the successful development of a brand new setting and make a difference to education of our pupils.We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a Great Place to Work for the fifth year running.Acorn Education is the UKs leading independent provider of specialist education. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care.The opportunityOur ideal candidate will demonstrate an outstanding record as a leader and will be able to realise the ambitious vision of securing excellence in every aspect of school life.The successful candidate will have experience of working with young people with a range of complex learning needs. You will be able to demonstrate a working understanding of how these needs impact upon learning and behaviour in the classroom. Further details to be discussed at interview stage.Take lead for Inclusion and SENCOPut provision in place to ensure that progress of pupils improvesEnsure that the school carries out its statutory responsibilities regarding all students with an EHCPEnsure EHCP review meeting invites are sent to all relevant parties in good time (with support from the Assistant SENCO)Ensure paperwork is completed for EHCP reviewsChair EHCP Review MeetingsSupport all staff in understanding the needs of SEN pupilsPromote a culture and practices that enables all pupils and young people to access the curriculumSupport DHT in monitoring progress of pupils and young peopleEstablish and oversee Curriculum systems, processes and policies to ensure all pupils and young people can access the curriculumMonitoring progress towards the achievement of the schools aims and objectivesWork with the SLT, subject leads and teachers to ensure all pupils learning is of equal importance and that there are high and realistic expectations of pupils.Qualifications RequiredUK QTS or equivalentNASENCO qualification (Preferred)Why join Acorn Education?BenefitsYour health and wellbeing are important to us, so youll get an exceptional reward package including:Life AssurancePension scheme with options to increase your contributionsYour Wellbeing Matters access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checksAnd a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package thats right for you, including:A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits100s of discount options valid in the UK and abroadCycle to Work SchemesElectric Car Purchase SchemeCritical illness coverFamily Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.And thats not all, we place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so youll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others.We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. Youll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit#1