Job Description:

Job information Assistant Headteacher (The Southfield Trust) from the Company East Sussex County Council, this latest Assistant Headteacher (The Southfield Trust) job vacancy is located in the city Eastbourne located in the country United Kingdom . This latest job opening is open to job seekers who have the latest education / graduate GCSE . Job Vacancies in this Government field have been opened and published up to the specified time.

Job Responsibility:

Hours of work: 32.5

Working pattern: Full-time

Closing date: Midday Friday 06 June 2025

For more information and to apply for the above post, please contact:

The Southfield Trust

Lindfield Road

Eastbourne

East Sussex

BN22 0BQ

Email: recruitment@thesouthfieldtrust.com

Website: www.thesouthfieldtrust.com

Please note, we do not accept CVs.

This post is covered by the Childcare Disqualification Regulations 2018.

The school will need to ensure that they are not knowingly employing a person who is disqualified under the 2018 Regulations in connection with relevant childcare provision. Accordingly, the successful candidate will be required to demonstrate to the school, by completing a self-declaration form as part of the pre-employment checks process, that they have not been disqualified under the 2018 Regulations.

If the preferred candidate is found to be disqualified under the 2018 Regulations, the offer of employment will be subject to the application by the preferred candidate to Ofsted for a waiver and the receipt of a waiver from Ofsted.

The Southfield Trust is a forward-thinking and compassionate Trust dedicated to providing high-quality education and support for children with special needs. We operate a network of specialised schools in Eastbourne, East Sussex, which provide tailored educational experiences to ensure every child reaches their full potential. We are currently implementing a new structure, and we have expanded leadership opportunities across our outstanding special SEND multi-academy trust and would like to appoint an Assistant Headteacher in a full time, permanent capacity from September 2025, who will contribute to the school's leadership team.

They will support the planning and delivery of teaching and learning, working alongside the Headteacher who retains strategic responsibility. This opportunity will enable the successful candidate to work with a skilled leadership and management team. It also provides the chance to make a difference more broadly, via the work of the Trust, improving the learning experiences and life chances for young people.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a skilled, supportive and dedicated leadership team committed to making a difference in the lives of children with special educational needs.
• Improve the learning experiences and life chances of young people.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• The chance to shape the future of a growing and innovative educational trust.
• Salary - Leadership Scale. L9 - L14
• Permanent, Full time contract.

The successful applicant will:

• Have a proven and successful track record of leading a key stage, particularly EYFS or PMLD
• Have an in-depth understanding of special education, especially related to early development and / or complex medical needs
• Be able to teach across EYFS and/or the Southfield Centre
• Have energy and commitment and be capable of achieving great outcomes for pupils / students
• Bring excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to motivate others
• Be determined to achieve the very best for everyone involved with our inclusive and forward-thinking Trust and be committed to working in partnership with a range of stakeholders
Have experience of managing a school site, if the Headteacher is off site.

How to Apply:

For more information about the Trust please visit our website: www.thesouthfieldtrust.com

Visits to a Trust school are encouraged - please email your contact details to the HR team at recruitment@thesouthfieldtrust.com if you would like to arrange a visit or for more information.

Candidates should be prepared to work at any one of our school sites.

Please complete a Teaching-staff application form for this post, which can be accessed via the Vacancies tab on our website along with the Job Description and Person Specification.

The closing date for this position is midday, on Friday 6th June 2025.

Interview date TBC.

If you do not receive a response to your application by Friday 27th June 2025, you can assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Unfortunately, we are unable to offer overseas sponsorship

We look forward to receiving your application. We do not accept CVs. Your application will be accepted if sent by email to: recruitment@thesouthfieldtrust.com

The Southfield Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Employment will be subject to pre-employment checks including satisfactory DBS Enhanced clearance and references. This post is covered by the Childcare Disqualification Regulations 2018.

Keywords : Eastbourne jobs
Closed Date : 2025-11-23