Outcomes First Group
Deputy Headteacher
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Deputy Headteacher
Teaching Assistant
Location: Penny Tree School, Birmingham (B30 3ES)
Hours:
- 40 per week
- Monday to Friday
- 8.00am – 4.00pm
Salary: £55,000.00 per annum (not pro rata)
Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only
Start Date: September 2026
Eligibility: UK applicants only (no sponsorship available)
About the Role
OfG values attending to those special moments, hobbies, and personal time outside of work.
You will play a critical role in launching, establishing, and growing Penny Tree School into a high-quality, nurturing learning environment for pupils with complex learning needs, including autism and social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) challenges.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support leadership and day-to-day management of the school
- Drive excellence in teaching, learning, and outcomes for all pupils
- Ensure compliance with Independent School Standards and the Education Inspection Framework
- Build and lead high-performing teams through clear vision and strategy
- Embed safeguarding, accountability, and high expectations
- Contribute to curriculum design and delivery, ensuring it remains broad, balanced, and ambitious
- Develop strong relationships with families, local authorities, and external partners
Who We're Looking For
We seek a confident, inspiring leader who:
- Holds UK QTS (or equivalent)
- Has experience working with children and young people with:
- Autism
- SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health) challenges
- Other complex learning needs
- Understands how these needs impact learning and classroom behaviour
- Is proven in school improvement and team development
- Demonsrtrates excellent SEND practice, safeguarding, and compliance knowledge
- Communicates effectively with parents, professionals, and stakeholders
- Combines creativity, resilience, and a commitment to inclusive, high-quality education
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ideal for:
- Experienced senior leaders ready for a new challenge
- Current Deputy Heads seeking growth within school development
This role offers an opportunity to help shape a pioneering school from its earliest stages while contributing to pupil welfare and lifelong impact.
About Penny Tree School
Penny Tree is an Options Autism school with capacity for up to 100 pupils, set to commence operations soon.
- Join a supportive, forward-thinking team at the start of an exciting new journey
- Benefit from access to:
- Senior leadership networks
- Professional development pathways
- Unique opportunities to make a lasting difference
- Operate under the expertise of Options Autism and Outcomes First Group, which pioneers evidence-based approaches for learning and development.
About Outcomes First Group
For over 19 years, Options Autism has provided specialist care and education for children, young people, and adults with autism, complex needs, and learning difficulties.
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As part of Outcomes First Group, we champion:
- Innovative, data-driven educational strategies
- Meaningful, measurable outcomes
- Holistic support for individuals under our care
We take pride in being twice-election certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’, reflecting our culture of well-being, professional growth, and inclusive values.
Why Join Us?
- Place pupil welfare and vulnerable young lives at the heart of every decision
- Contribute to a team dedicated to meaningful impact
- Join a group committed to safeguarding and well-being
- Be subject to emergency DBS checks and pre-employment vetting
Note: Recruitment may close early if a high volume of applications is received.
Support and Benefits
- Life Assurance
- Pension scheme with options to add to contributions
- "Your Wellbeing Matters" – mental health support and physical health checks
- Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista) with:
- Health and insurance benefits
- Discounts (both UK-based and global)
- Cycle-to-Work Scheme
- Electric Car Purchase Scheme
- Critical illness cover
- Family Growth Support, including expanded maternity, paternity, and UK fertility options
Stay compliant with regulations outlined in [Keeping Children Safe in Education]; additional safeguard delays may impact timelines. Recruitment does not assume responsibility for application-related costs or delays in compliance processes.
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