Job Description

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Assistant Headteacher - Scunthorpe DN17 2TX

45,000 - 50,000 | Full Time (40 hours/week)

Good Ofsted Rating

Make Every Day Extraordinary with Keys Group!

We're looking for a passionate and experienced leader to join our senior team at South Park Enterprise College


This is a unique opportunity to take a key leadership role in shaping the educational journey of young people who have struggled in mainstream settings. You'll help to foster a safe, supportive, and aspirational environment where every student is empowered to thrive.


Be part of a dedicated team making a real difference in the lives of young people at a pivotal time in their education

About South Park Enterprise College

South Park Enterprise College is an independent SEMH specialist school for students aged 11-16, many with EHCPs and diagnoses such as ADHD or ASD.


We provide a safe, nurturing environment for young people who have struggled in mainstream schools or face exclusion.

Key Responsibilities

Join the Senior Leadership Team to lead and manage the school Drive school improvement strategies Oversee teaching quality, curriculum, and pupil progress Manage staff teams and resources Deputise for Associate and Executive Headteachers as needed Lead daily teaching and learning operations Support staff development and appraisals Deliver a small teaching timetable Identify and report safeguarding trends; ensure strong safeguarding Provide safeguarding training Manage diverse behavioural needs to support staff Attend multi-agency meetings to support pupils

Requirements

Proven school leadership and improvement experience Strong knowledge of Ofsted and school standards Experienced in safeguarding, curriculum, and staff management Exceptional practitioner skilled at raising teaching and learning standards Expert in behaviour management, able to enforce high standards school-wide Deep understanding of SEND Code of Practice Knowledgeable in Keeping Children Safe in Education

Benefits of Joining Keys Group

NEST enhanced pension scheme Staff Referral Scheme - Refer a friend to join Keys Group and split a 500 referral bonus between you Enhanced maternity and paternity pay Access to a blue light discount card Fully funded training and qualifications for all colleagues Enhanced pay scales based on experience and qualifications Employee benefits scheme such as wellbeing app and a range of discounts Life assurance

Commitment to Equality and Armed Forces Covenant

Keys Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including veterans and military families, through our Armed Forces Covenant. Eligible service personnel and veterans are guaranteed an interview when their military experience is detailed in their CV. We provide veteran-friendly policies, peer support, and military awareness training.

Safeguarding

We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All posts require an enhanced DBS check.


Keys Group



Salary 45k-50k


Frequency Annually


Job Reference Keysgroup/TP/78744/7238


Contract Type Full Time


Closing Date No Expiry Date


Job Category Education


Business Unit Education


Location Scunthorpe, United Kingdom


Posted on 26 September, 2025