Assistant HeadTeacher

ASSISTANT HEADTEACHER - The Fusion Academy To start January 2027 Full time - Permanent Leadership Scale Point L4 upwards dependent on experience Ready to shape the future of specialised education? The Fusion Academy in Barwell is looking for an exceptional, resilient, and visionary leader to step into the role of Assistant Headteacher (Key Stages 2-5). We aren't your typical school. We merge the expertise of a highly specialist provision with the ambition of a mainstream curriculum, creating a unique space where autistic young people and those with communication needs truly thrive. The Role As our Operational Lead, you will be the driving force behind our daily provision. You will lead a dedicated team that puts pupils at the heart of every decision, ensuring high-quality, deeply personalised learning that guides students toward independence. What We’re Looking For: - An Experienced Practitioner: You know what tailored teaching and learning look like. - A Creative Innovator: You bring a quest for developing learning and a firm grip on up-to-date educational research. - Values-Driven: You embody the principles that every part of the community needs to feel valued, promote curiosity, gain self assurance, be ambitious - Resilient & Flexible: You thrive in a dynamic, diverse environment and adapt seamlessly to the demands of the school Why Choose The Fusion Academy? "We bridge the gap between specialist support and mainstream opportunity, ensuring our students feel safe, understood, listened to, and empowered to smash their academic goals." If you are a passionate leader who believes that every single pupil deserves a tailored path to success, and is willing to work hard to achieve this, we want to hear from you. Apply Now Bring your commitment, your creativity, and your leadership to a school that is genuinely making a difference. Closing date for applications: Monday 5th October 2026 9.00am Interviews will be held: Monday 12th October 2026 If you would like to book an appointment to visit the school please contact office@thefusionacademy.co.uk