Job Description

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Due to increasing pupil numbers and the further development of the school, we are looking to appoint an additional Assistant Head Teacher.

We are looking for an energetic, committed and creative school leader to join our supportive and caring school.

Our pupils deserve the very best and we are committed to providing an outstanding education experience for each of them and their families.

We are very proud of our staff and have a comprehensive package of support to ensure a positive work environment and excellent continuous professional development.

This is a full time position, Leadership scale within the range from point L12 £67,897.00 to point L16 £75,049.00 (gross per annum)

The post holder will primarily lead and manage the ASD strand of the school, whilst also supporting the wider school community.

Start date for this role will be the 1st January 2026.

Please find attached a detailed Assistant Head Teacher Job Pack.

Visits to the school are essential. Please contact the school office on 01255 424412, to arrange a convenient appointment.

Information about the School

Shorefields School caters for the needs of pupils with a range of severe learning difficulties. We currently have 165 pupils on roll aged between 3 and 19 years. The school is located in the centre of Clacton-on-Sea close to the beach and shopping area. Our catchment area extends to the whole of the Tendring peninsula