Deputy Headteacher

Deputy Head Teacher

£32,000 to £37,000 per annum

Five Rivers Child Care is a leading Social Enterprise who turns children’s lives around. Our Education service is committed to providing warm and consistent environments where pupils develop positive behaviour, whether an in-house facility or our outreach service in the community, all our education services provide the same level of individual planning and learning for each child.

Park House School in Taunton works with children who have social, emotional and emerging mental health needs. The school is based in a quiet area of Taunton, providing a safe and nurturing environment for anxious, vulnerable pupils unable to sustain a mainstream placement.

Our educational offer is a balance of academic studies, physical and outdoor education, vocational studies and personal development programmes. Where the children are taught in small groups or on a one to one basis. Bite-size learning based on personal interests and community issues engages pupils – helping extend their concentration

We are looking for a Deputy Head Teacher who will be responsible for Curriculum and Assessment.

Working alongside our fantastic Head Teacher based at Park House school, you will be the lead on curriculum development and quality within the school, supporting the staff team through leadership and development, you will also be the lead on evaluation on standards of teaching and learning , supporting the growth of Park House and 1Ace .

In return, we will offer to the right candidate the opportunity to join a developing and improving establishment that is in an exciting period of transition and growth. You will receive training in Pro-active Approaches techniques as well as commitment to and support of your own professional development aspirations.

For more information please contact Caroline in our Recruitment Team on 01722-435766 .  Full contact details can be located within the 'Apply Now' section; please log in or register to view.

Five Rivers Child Care is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children and Young People. Applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening, including employment references and DBS check

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.