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Job Title:  Assistant Headteacher – Behaviour and Attitudes
Location: Park School, Chipping Norton, OX7 5QH
Hours:      37.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday
Salary:     Up to £58,000.00 per annum (depending on experience, not pro rata)
Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only
Start:        April 2026
UK applicants only – no sponsorship available

About the Role

As Assistant Headteacher, you will take a proactive, strategic approach to Behaviour and Attitudes across the school. You’ll ensure consistency, promote high standards, and implement systems and routines that foster a positive, safe, and productive learning environment.

This role combines leadership, mentorship, and operational responsibility, offering the chance to directly influence pupil outcomes, staff development, and the overall ethos of Park School.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Headteacher and Deputy Headteacher in strategic leadership and day-to-day school management
• Actively contribute as a member of the Senior Leadership Team, engaging in collective leadership and decision-making
• Lead on Behaviour and Attitudes, maintaining consistent, effective systems and high expectations for all pupils
• Develop and implement routines, processes, and systems that align with school priorities
• Support SLT in leading and managing key areas of school development
• Build strong, positive relationships with pupils, families, staff, governors, and external partners
• Provide clear advice, reports, and information to the Headteacher and SLT in line with governance arrangements
• Line manage middle leaders and lead on performance management processes
• Take responsibility for designated whole-school priorities, reviewed annually
• Contribute to effective organisation, administration, and school-wide initiatives
• Reflect on personal leadership impact and engage with feedback to drive continuous improvement

Experience & Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) (desirable)
• GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent)
• Demonstrated experience in school leadership, behaviour management, or pastoral roles
• Strong commitment to personal and professional development
• Proven ability to influence school culture and improve pupil outcomes

About Us

Park School is an independent specialist day school in Chipping Norton for boys and girls aged 7–18 with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs.

We provide personalised education in small classes, helping pupils re-engage with learning and achieve positive outcomes. Our holistic approach builds confidence, resilience, and academic progress. At Park School, we support every pupil to develop the skills and self-belief needed for a successful future.

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 a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running.

Why Join Us?

We place pupils and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. 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.

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
• “Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks
• Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:
  • Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
  • Hundreds of UK and international discounts
  • Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
  • Critical illness cover
  • Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.

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