Job ID: S-U-4986 - Assistant Headteacher

At OFG we believe in creating a better work life balanceJob Title: Assistant HeadteacherLocation: Oak Tree School, Truro, Cornwall TR4 9NHHours: 42.5 per week | Monday to Friday | 8.00am – 4.30pmSalary: £51,250.00 per annum (not pro rata)Contract: Permanent | Term Time OnlyStart: September 2026UK applicants only – no sponsorship availableAbout the RoleAs Assistant Headteacher, you will support the Headteacher with both the strategic direction and day-to-day leadership of the school. You will help drive our mission to deliver high-quality education tailored to each pupil’s individual needs, ensuring they thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.Key ResponsibilitiesCommunicate and champion the school’s vision, values, and ethosContribute to the development of school aims, policies, and strategic objectivesSupport the Headteacher in the operational leadership of the schoolMonitor and evaluate school performance, teaching quality, and pupil outcomesLead, support, and develop staff to achieve whole-school goalsManage resources effectively to drive continuous improvementLeadership ExpectationsUphold public trust through the highest standards of ethics, conduct, and professionalismBuild strong, respectful relationships across the school communityMake decisions in the best interests of pupils and their learning journeyDuties and ResponsibilitiesUnder the direction of the Headteacher, you will:Foster a positive, inclusive, and enriching school cultureEnsure high educational standards for all pupils, preparing them for future learning and life beyond schoolChampion professional development and staff wellbeingPromote high standards of behaviour through clear routines and positive relationshipsLead with fairness, integrity, and consistency in line with school policiesRequirementsQualified Teacher Status (QTS) in the UK or equivalentRelevant degreeProven leadership experience and a clear moral purposeA collaborative, aspirational, and pupil-centred approachThis is a rare opportunity to take on a senior leadership role where you will be valued, supported, and empowered to make a genuine difference.Join us at Oak Tree School and help shape a bright future for our young people.About UsOak Tree School in Truro has recently expanded and developed two new buildings and undergone a successful inspection from Ofsted allowing us to offer a wider age range of pupils from 5 – 18 years the opportunity to have the best education possible. Oak Tree School is a specialist SEMH provision positioned near the city of Truro in Cornwall. The school provides full-time specialist co-education for up to 135 pupils and young people aged 5 to 18 who experience social, emotional, mental health, communication difficulties and associated challenging behaviours. These pupils and young people often cannot cope, function or achieve within a mainstream environment. The aim is to provide a structured, nurturing approach, with pupils accessing a broad, balanced and engaging curriculum to meet their significant needs.This opportunity is in Truro which is within commutable distance of Redruth, St Austell and surrounding areas.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