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At OFG, we work smarter so you can spend more time doing what makes you happy!Headteacher Up to 90,000.00 per annum, 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, Term Time OnlyAvonside School, Bristol BS4 5PSOur New Acorn School, Avonside School in Bristol, will have capacity for 72 pupils and is due to open August 2025. The school will be a co-educational provision for pupils with complex needs including SEMH.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.Key ResponsibilitiesLead on the delivery of outcomes for students, the overall success of the school and line manage staffDeliver outstanding pupil outcomes, including:A highly engaging and relevant Curriculum that meets the needs of the studentsAn understanding of where the pupils are on a range of academic and non-academic criteriaEvidence of outstanding pupil progress, relative to their start point, measured against national guidance, which leads to achievement of appropriate and recognised qualificationsHigh quality teaching that delivers effective learningStrategies that result in improved behaviour which in turn increases engagement in learningTherapeutic programmes which are integral to the education programmeStrategies that improve attendanceProvision of positive experiences which promote the pupils spiritual, social, moral and cultural developmentEssential RequirementsApplicants must have previously held a headteacher position and demonstrated a record of successful leadership and impact in that roleQualified Teacher Status or EquivalentWillingness to extend personal and professional developmentAbility to lead and provide a clear visionExceptional Rewards PackageWere taking part in a trial of the 4-Day Working Week meaning you could be working one day less a week! Refer a Friend and earn 1000.00! Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits including Life Assurance, Cycle to Work Schemes, Electric Car Purchase Scheme and Critical illness coverHundreds of discount options valid in the UK and abroadYour Wellbeing Matters access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checksPension scheme with options to increase your contributionsWhy join Acorn Education?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.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. 4DWW will be rolled out within our school when we have a full complement of staff so theres never been a more exciting time to join us. Subject to successful completion of probation, not a contractual benefit. Terms & Conditions Apply