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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 #teamOFGRole: Assistant Headteacher with responsibility for Behaviour and AttitudesLocation: Miller House School, Leicester LE4 5LQSalary: Up to 50,000.00 per annumHours: 40 hours per week, Monday to FridayContract: Permanent, Term Time OnlyUK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.As part of our continued growth, we now have a fantastic opportunity for an Assistant Headteacher to join our close-knit team at Miller House School, part of Acorn Education.About the RoleAs Assistant Headteacher with responsibility for Behaviour and Attitudes, you will play a pivotal role in driving high standards of student conduct and well-being. Your leadership will be instrumental in creating an environment where students feel safe, engaged, and ready to learn. Working closely with the Senior Leadership Team (SLT), you will lead the development of effective behaviour management strategies and support staff in fostering positive relationships with students. You will also oversee the welfare, family support, and SENCO teams, ensuring a comprehensive pastoral care system is in place.Your work will bechallenging and rewarding in equal measure, and you will bethe custodian of ourstrongsafeguarding culture,where pupils arelistened to, respected and involved in as many decisions as possible.Who we are looking forWhen it comes to our pupils, we never settle for second best.We are looking for anAssistant Headteacherwith the experience, leadership skills, andvision to build incredible futures by empowering students in the UK to be happy and to make their way in the world.Educated todegree level or equivalent with Qualified Teacher Status,youwillbe experienced in an SEN environment, enjoy leading a team,and be genuinelymotivated by helping every pupil toreach theirpotential.Essential RequirementsFull UK QTSAt least 5 years successful teaching experienceAchieved or ambition to work towards an NPQ Senior Leader CoursesFor a full list of Duties and Responsibilities, please see the Job DescriptionAbout UsMiller House School is a brand-new school under Acorn Education and Outcomes First Group located in Stoneygate, Leicester.The school is proposed to open in September 2025 and will have capacity for 80 pupils ages 11-16 years and will be a co-educational provision for pupils with complex needs including SEMH.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.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.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 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 safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. 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