Job ID: M-U-5518 - Assistant Headteacher

Assistant Headteacher – Rivacre Brook School, Ellesmere Port, Cheshire, CH65 1ANSalary: £45,000 £50,000 | Full Time (40 hours/week)Purpose of the RoleTo 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, modelling the Keys Group EPIC values and adhering strictly to the Staff Code of Conduct.At Rivacre Brook SchoolWhat makes Rivacre Brook School special is our staff’s ability to foster excellent working relationships with our students where other schools haven’t managed. Our students require specialist support from the English Teacher to help them feel supported enough to engage in learning and it is this caring, nurturing, trauma informed environment that we provide.While we recognise the importance of, and our students work towards, formal qualifications such as AQA unit awards, Functional Skills and GCSEs, we also ensure our students leave us with a wide range of life skills and qualities by taking part in activities such as outdoor learning, swimming, horse riding, rock climbing, E-Sports, boxing and many, many more.Key ResponsibilitiesModel professional integrity, respectful communication, and high standards of behaviour consistent with the Staff Code of ConductWork collaboratively with senior leaders, staff, parents, and external agencies to meet pupils’ needsEmbed trauma-informed and therapeutic approaches in curriculum delivery and teaching practisesLead the design, development, and implementation of a curriculum that is accessible, engaging, and tailored to the needs of pupils with complex needs and SENDEnsure statutory curriculum requirements are met, and that literacy, numeracy, science, ICT, and vocational subjects are effectively deliveredUse assessment data to identify gaps in learning and lead targeted interventions to improve pupil outcomesSupport 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 learningLead strategies to raise pupil attainment and progress across all subjectsEnsure that teaching supports pupils’ social and emotional development alongside academic progressEngage parents and carers as partners in their children’s learningEncourage reflective practice and engagement with educational researchContribute to budget planning related to curriculum resources and staff trainingPromote a positive, safe learning environment where pupils can thrive emotionally and academicallyEnsure compliance with Independent School Standards (Parts 3 and 5) and all relevant health and safety regulationsRequirementsQualified Teacher Status (QTS); relevant leadership qualification (e.g., NPQSL)Proven experience leading curriculum development and improving teaching qualityDeep understanding of curriculum design, assessment, and evidence-informed teaching strategiesAbility to lead, motivate, and support teaching staff, modelling the Staff Code of ConductStrong interpersonal skills with staff, pupils, parents, and external partnersCommitment to professional conduct and safeguarding as per the Staff Code of ConductAbility to use data to inform teaching strategies and curriculum planningCommitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil wellbeingResilience, adaptability, empathy, and passion for improving pupil outcomesBenefits of Joining Keys GroupNEST enhanced pension schemeStaff Referral Scheme – Refer a friend to join Keys Group and split a £500 referral bonus between youEnhanced maternity and paternity