Job Description
Buxlow School is looking to appoint a dedicated Assistant Headteacher to start in September 2026 or sooner (April 2026).
This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference working with individuals and small groups of pupils who have additional needs. The role would be suited to experienced teachers of SEND looking to step into a leadership role or those with mainstream leadership experience looking to transition into working with SEND.
The role is full time starting in September 2026 or earlier. We are seeking a dynamic, inspirational, and highly motivated teacher to join us. You will be enthusiastic, experienced in working with pupils with ASC and associated comorbid conditions such as sensory processing, developmental language disorder and developmental coordination disorder, and well qualified with a good understanding SEND needs.
At Buxlow School, we believe that every child deserves a learning environment where they are understood, respected, and celebrated. Our independent school specialises in supporting children aged [4–11] with Autism Spectrum Condition and additional needs. With a personalised curriculum, highly trained staff, and a warm, inclusive atmosphere, we help each child unlock their unique potential.
The successful candidate will have leadership responsibility as well as teaching responsibilities to plan and deliver a tailored curriculum to pupils aged 4 – 11 with a range of learning and communication needs.
We are looking for an Assistant Headteacher who can;
• Assist the Head in translating the vision for the school into agreed objectives and operational and business plans, in line with ILG planning cycles.
• Contribute to the annual School Development Plan.
• Lead the implementation of the Curriculum throughout the whole school to ensure it reflects the School’s and national priorities, provides continuity across the Key Stages and is a model of best practice.
• Uphold the professional code of the school
• Teach in accordance with the ethos, organisation and policies of the school as a fully committed member of the teaching team and as detailed in the specific duties and core standards.
• Provide a high-quality education service for our students in accordance with policies, procedures and practices and the standards set.
As a member of staff at Buxlow, you will be responsible for teaching a generalised curriculum with an emphasis on the development of life skills including self-help, communication and self-regulation. All work will be adapted and personalised in accordance with student`s individual EHC plans.
We are looking to appoint a teacher who is able to demonstrate the following;
• Have an awareness of Autism or to have a willingness to learn about Autism and other learning needs, and to consistently apply this to teaching and learning
• Have experience in teaching pupils with ASC and a range of comorbid conditions in either a mainstream or special school setting
• Hold a nationally recognised qualification in understanding/ supporting learners with ASC and/or be willing to undertake additional training /qualifications as required
• Can plan, deliver and teach individual students or small groups, in accordance with the students' individual EHCPs, the School’s Curriculum framework and related policies
• Can plan, adapt and personalise a multi-sensory curriculum for pupils.
• Can monitor, record and report on student progress
• Can contribute to and help implement developments that relate to the School Development Plan
• Will promote, in line with Company policies, the physical, educational and moral development of the students
• Will contribute to the development and implementation of an environment and programme of learning for the individual student to ensure progression at an appropriate and satisfactory rate.
If you feel you have the skills and passion to join Buxlow then we look forward to hearing from you.
Interested candidates should send an application by visiting https://applicant.website/i/65A755/vacancy-info/0000001084 at the earliest possible time.
The review of applications will begin as soon as applications are received. The school reserves the right to appoint before the stated application deadline date should an exceptionally appropriate candidate be identified.
For further details or to discuss the role please contact tom@inspiredlearninggroup.co.uk or call on 07706323847
Buxlow School is totally committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children & young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, as all new staff will be subject to enhanced DBS clearance, identity checks, qualification checks and employment checks to include an exploration of any gaps within employment, two satisfactory references and registration with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).