Assistant Headteacher for Personalisation and Behaviour - Southbrook School
- Exeter, Devon
- Full Time
- L10 - L14
Required for September 2026
Southbrook is a successful, oversubscribed special school for pupils age 11-16 with complex needs. All our young people have cognition, learning and communication difficulties. Many have autistic spectrum conditions and physical/sensory impairments. A small number also have severe learning difficulties.
The Governors of Southbrook school are looking to appoint an Assistant Head for personalisation and behaviour with energy, drive, and proven leadership skills. We want someone who is keen to innovate, and who is also flexible, creative and solution-focussed, in a sometimes-challenging environment.
An analytical and strategic thinker, the successful candidate will work closely with the Headteacher, Senior Leadership Team and the Governing Body to guide the school to its next stage of development.
If you feel you have the desire, determination and commitment, and can demonstrate a strong record of success at a senior level then we would love to hear from you.
You are most welcome to visit the school. Please contact Gaynor Brierley, School Business Lead to arrange a visit or you can find further information about our school on our website www.southbrook.devon.sch.uk
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
This role requires a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
This role requires the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence and fluency in English.
Online searches may be done as part of pre-recruitment checks.
References will be requested prior to interview.
Please use the attached application form.
Applicants should submit an application form to gbrierley@southbrook.devon.sch.uk
Please apply by 9am on the closing date.
Job Details
- OrganisationDevon County Schools
- Work LocationExeterDevon
- Work Postcode
EX2 6JB
- Reference
AC6042
- Occupational GroupSchool LeadershipTeaching - Special & Other
- Salary Details
L10 - L14
- Job TermPermanent
- Appointment TypeFull Time
- Hours
32.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per annum
- Closing Date
02/03/2026
- DBS Check Required
Yes