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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 we’re always looking for new ways to improve everyone’s work/life balance. We’re taking part in a trial of the 4-Day Working Week, meaning that you could be working one day less a week (or equivalent).

4DWW will be rolled out within our school, when we have a full complement of staff – so there’s never been a more exciting time to join us #teamOFG!

Job Title:  Deputy Headteacher

Location:  Penny Tree School, Birmingham B30 3ES

Salary:      Up to £55,000.00 per annum (not pro rata)

Hours:     37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Contract:  Permanent, Term Time Only

UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

As part of our continued growth, we are delighted to offer an exciting opportunity for a passionate and experienced Deputy Headteacher to join the founding leadership team at Penny Tree School, a brand-new specialist provision within the Options Autism family.

This is a rare opportunity to contribute to the setup and leadership of a new school from the ground up—helping to shape its culture, curriculum, and future.

About the Role

Working alongside the Headteacher, you will play a key 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.

You will:

• Support in the leadership and day-to-day management of the school
• Drive excellence in teaching, learning, and outcomes for all pupils
• Ensure compliance with the Independent School Standards and the Education Inspection Framework
• Build and lead high-performing teams through clear vision and strategic direction
• Embed a culture of safeguarding, accountability, and high expectations
• Contribute to the design and delivery of a broad, balanced, and ambitious curriculum
• Develop strong relationships with families, local authorities, and external partners

Who We're Looking For

We are seeking a confident and inspiring leader who:

• Holds UK QTS (or equivalent)
• Has experience working with children and young people with autism, SEMH, or other complex learning needs
• Understands how these needs impact learning and classroom behaviour
• Brings a track record of school improvement and team development
• Has an excellent grasp of SEND practice, safeguarding, and compliance frameworks
• Is a skilled communicator who thrives in partnership with parents, professionals, and stakeholders
• Brings creativity, resilience, and a clear commitment to inclusive, high-quality education

This role is ideal for an experienced senior leader ready to take the next step or a current Deputy Head seeking a unique challenge in school development.

At Penny Tree School, you'll be part of a supportive and visionary leadership team at the very start of an exciting journey. Backed by the expertise of Options Autism and Outcomes First Group, you’ll have access to a wide network of senior leaders, professional development pathways, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact—not only on the school but on the lives of the pupils we serve.

About Us

Our new Options school – Penny Tree School – will have capacity for 60 pupils and is expected to open in the near future.

For over 16 years Options Autism have provided care and education to pupils and adults with autism, complex needs and learning difficulties. 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 Options Autism?

We place the outcomes of the pupils in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you’ll 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.

Benefits

Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including:

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
• “Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks

And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that’s right for you, including:

• A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
• 100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
• Cycle to Work Schemes
• Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.

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

*You’ll 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.

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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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 we’re always looking for new ways to improve everyone’s work/life balance. We’re 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, we’ll be rolling the 4DWW out across the Group – so there’s never been a more exciting time to join #teamOFG!

Job Title:   Headteacher

Location:   Longdon Hall School, Near Lichfield, WS15 4PT

Salary:       Up to £80,000 per annum dependent on experience and skills (not pro rata)

Hours:       Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week 

Contract:   Permanent, term time only

UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

Longdon Hall School is seeking an inspiring, dedicated, and resilient leader who is passionate about making a positive impact on the lives and education of our pupils.

About the Role

Are you an innovative Headteacher or Senior Leader committed to supporting pupils with a primary diagnosis of SEMH and additional complex needs? This is an exciting opportunity to lead a fantastic team and continue building on our vision and ethos of ‘Thinking and Learning Differently.’

As Headteacher, you will champion a relentless focus on high-quality, creative learning tailored to meet the individual educational needs of our pupils. Your strategic leadership will maximise achievement, foster personal development, and respond effectively to the complex challenges faced by our learners.

Who are we looking for?

We want to hear from SEN professionals who have the vision, drive, and ambition to inspire a multi-disciplinary team in delivering outstanding education and care for pupils with special educational needs.

You will bring creativity and innovation to improving outcomes and support for pupils and their families. As an excellent communicator and ambassador for Acorn Education, you’ll build strong partnerships with parents, local authorities, and key stakeholders.

If you are a forward-thinking, highly motivated leader with a proven track record of driving whole-school improvement and making a lasting difference, this is the role for you.

Essential Requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status or equivalent
• Experience as a senior leader in an SEN school
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to provide clear vision and direction
• Commitment to ongoing personal and professional development

What We Offer

• Outstanding career development opportunities
• Support from a network of experienced leaders across the Acorn Education Group
• The chance to lead and innovate in a supportive, ambitious environment

If you’re ready to lead with passion, purpose, and creativity – apply now and help us shape the future of education for our pupils.

About our School

Longdon Hall School is an independent specialist day school for ages from 7 to 18 years, catering for pupils with a wide range of social, emotional, and mental health needs. Our dedicated team work together to ensure successful outcomes for pupils who often arrive at the school with a troubled view of education and life.

Longdon Hall School is committed to providing a safe, joyful, and inspiring learning environment in which all pupils can develop academically, socially, emotionally, and morally to their full potential.

Standing in a superb therapeutic setting, our outstanding reputation stems from our overwhelming success in re-engaging learners across the Midlands. With an innovative curriculum to reignite interest in each pupil, we embrace a raft of initiatives with personalised targets to ensure every pupil can make excellent progress which is appropriate to their specific needs.

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.

Testimonial

“Robert has made outstanding progress, both academically and socially since starting at Longdon Hall School. It is really positive and heartening to see a young person make so much progress in a short space of time, and I hope Robert is beginning to see that hard work and commitment really do pay off.” – Social Worker

Why join Acorn Education?

And that’s not all, we place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you’ll 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 and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

Benefits

Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including:

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
• “Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks

And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that’s right for you, including:

• A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
• 100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
• Cycle to Work Schemes
• Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.

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

*You’ll 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.*

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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Salary : Up to £45,000

Location : Hybrid - with UK wide travel required

Those huge small victories

Our homes offer specialist care, specialist facilities and comprehensive training and development packages for staff. With your help, they’ll perform at their best in every single area. Using your expert knowledge and passion for boosting young people’s positive outcomes whilst in our care, you’ll visit our homes and identify priorities for development in your area of responsibility. It’s a great opportunity to work closely with senior leadership teams, supporting them to develop their homes so that our young people receive the very best outcomes possible.

Where change is required, you will take the lead and be part of a team that supports and drives the process of development whilst maintaining the Witherslack Group’s vision and values. As our organisation continues to grow and expand, we’re determined to ensure that every young person’s future is in the very best hands.

Get out what you put in

Leading in the area of care development, you will have at least 4 years’ experience of working in Children's Homes with a track record of change management and role development.  Ideally you will have experience of coaching, safeguarding, mentoring and have a good understanding of Ofsted inspections in Children's Homes . As you’ll be visiting Children's homes nationwide, you’ll need a full UK driving licence and the willingness to travel.

What we do for you

We know you’re going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the care sector. With us, you’ll get to make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people – plus you’ll get:

• Salary : Base salary of up to £5,000
• Ongoing  professional development.
• Holiday : You will work hard at WG, so you’ll be rewarded with 7 weeks’ holiday (including bank holidays)
• Flexible benefits package : meaning you can increase/decrease your holiday allowance, pension and life insurance – check out our benefits here
• Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance
• Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts
• Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities – check out our homes here
• A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonu every time

Bring your whole-self to work

Here at Witherslack Group, we celebrate everyone’s differences as that’s what makes us the best at what we do. Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs – and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. We’ll give you the chance to build an exciting career in a fast-growing organisation, where you’re free to achieve your potential. Here’s what we need from you;

• A committed and enthusiastic leader with a passion to make a difference
• Desirable - Level 5 Diploma qualification in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (England)
• Professional qualification at Level 3 “Working with Children and Young People” (or equivalent)
• At least 4 years’ experience in a children’s home setting at a senior level within the last three years
• A full UK driving licence which you’ve held for at least 12 months

Join the UK’s best special education and care provider

Our young people deserve the best possible future and we feel the same about our teams. You deserve to have the career you want, with a purpose-led employer, in an environment that allows you to be yourself .

For a full job description please click here

To view our ex-offenders policy please click here .

The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost). We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community.

#INDH

Salary : Up to £45,000

Location : Hybrid - with UK wide travel required

Those huge small victories

Our homes offer specialist care, specialist facilities and comprehensive training and development packages for staff. With your help, they’ll perform at their best in every single area. Using your expert knowledge and passion for boosting young people’s positive outcomes whilst in our care, you’ll visit our homes and identify priorities for development in your area of responsibility. It’s a great opportunity to work closely with senior leadership teams, supporting them to develop their homes so that our young people receive the very best outcomes possible.

Where change is required, you will take the lead and be part of a team that supports and drives the process of development whilst maintaining the Witherslack Group’s vision and values. As our organisation continues to grow and expand, we’re determined to ensure that every young person’s future is in the very best hands.

Get out what you put in

Leading in the area of care development, you will have at least 4 years’ experience of working in Children's Homes with a track record of change management and role development.  Ideally you will have experience of coaching, safeguarding, mentoring and have a good understanding of Ofsted inspections in Children's Homes . As you’ll be visiting Children's homes nationwide, you’ll need a full UK driving licence and the willingness to travel.

What we do for you

We know you’re going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the care sector. With us, you’ll get to make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people – plus you’ll get:

• Salary : Base salary of up to £5,000
• Ongoing  professional development.
• Holiday : You will work hard at WG, so you’ll be rewarded with 7 weeks’ holiday (including bank holidays)
• Flexible benefits package : meaning you can increase/decrease your holiday allowance, pension and life insurance – check out our benefits here
• Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance
• Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts
• Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities – check out our homes here
• A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonu every time

Bring your whole-self to work

Here at Witherslack Group, we celebrate everyone’s differences as that’s what makes us the best at what we do. Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs – and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. We’ll give you the chance to build an exciting career in a fast-growing organisation, where you’re free to achieve your potential. Here’s what we need from you;

• A committed and enthusiastic leader with a passion to make a difference
• Desirable - Level 5 Diploma qualification in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (England)
• Professional qualification at Level 3 “Working with Children and Young People” (or equivalent)
• At least 4 years’ experience in a children’s home setting at a senior level within the last three years
• A full UK driving licence which you’ve held for at least 12 months

Join the UK’s best special education and care provider

Our young people deserve the best possible future and we feel the same about our teams. You deserve to have the career you want, with a purpose-led employer, in an environment that allows you to be yourself .

For a full job description please click here

To view our ex-offenders policy please click here .

The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost). We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community.

#INDH