We are seeking two inspiring, committed and forward-thinking Assistant Headteachers to join the leadership team at Hatton Special School. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of our school and making a lasting difference in the lives of our pupils.
Hatton Special School currently has 199 pupils across 26 classes and is supported by a talented and dedicated team of 170 staff. As we continue to grow and develop, we are expanding to a second site which will open in September 2026. As part of this exciting next phase, we are looking to strengthen our leadership team by appointing two Assistant Headteachers.
One Assistant Headteacher will lead on Literacy and Communication, and the other will lead on the Wider Curriculum. Both roles will play a key part in championing high-quality teaching and learning across the school. You will support and develop curriculum leaders, work collaboratively with staff and contribute to the strategic development of the school across both our existing lower school site and the new upper school site.
As an Assistant Headteacher, you will work closely with the Headteacher and senior leadership team to drive the school’s vision and ensure that our pupils receive the very best education and support. You will lead by example, champion inclusive practice and help staff deliver outstanding provision that meets the diverse needs of our pupils.
If you are an ambitious leader ready to shape the future of specialist education and make a meaningful impact within a supportive and forward-thinking school community, we would love to hear from you.
Our school is all about celebrating each child’s unique strengths and helping them thrive in an environment where our vision is to light the fire of curiosity and enquiry in the mind of every pupil to support them to grow, learn, and succeed. If you are someone who believes in the power of inclusive education and has the passion to make a real difference, Hatton is the place for you.
All Hatton staff have access to:
• A commitment to ongoing professional development
• A well-resourced school
• Supportive and enthusiastic colleagues and governors
• Staff social events
• Well-being support
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This includes the need to become familiar with school policies immediately upon appointment and to follow the school’s procedures in relation to safeguarding.
This post is considered to be a customer-facing position; as such it falls within scope of the Code of Practice on English language requirement for public sector workers. The school therefore has a statutory duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 to ensure that post holders have a command of spoken English sufficient for the effective performance of the job requirements. The appropriate standards are set out in the person specification. These will be applied during the recruitment/selection stages. The school is committed to equality and diversity in employment practice and service delivery.
Offers of employment are subject to an enhanced DBS Certificate and other employment checks. References will be requested for those short listed ONLY and prior to interview.
Informal visits to the school are encouraged. Please contact Meraph Kiflay, Assistant Headteacher , to arrange a visit. For further information about the school, please visit the school website, www.hattonspecialschool.co.uk.