Assistant Headteacher - Full-time

Danecourt School, Gillingham

• Ref:MED887-7031-169L
• Posted:21/03/2025
• Pay:L4 - L 12
• Start Date:September 2025
• App Close Date:21/04/2025 at 09:00
• Interviews:25th April 2025

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Assistant Head Teacher - Danecourt
"Join our team to work and support all our children shine like STARS"

Are you an experienced leader with a passion for supporting children with special educational needs? Danecourt Special School is seeking a dedicated Assistant Headteacher to join our leadership team.

Danecourt is a respected, expanding special school in Medway, Kent, catering to children aged 4-11 with a range of complex needs, including autism, speech and language difficulties, and SEMH needs. We pride ourselves on providing a safe, nurturing environment where every child can thrive and become ‘STARS’ (Self-Reliant, Team Player, Aspirational, Resilient, Successful). We use innovative teaching strategies to support each child's individual journey.

As part of The Maritime Academy Trust, we benefit from strong support, professional development, and access to a wide learning community focused on improving outcomes for children with SEND.

About the Role
As Assistant Headteacher, you will play a key role in the school’s strategic development, working closely with the Headteacher and senior leaders to drive improvement and innovation. Your leadership will ensure that all children achieve their full potential.

We are looking for someone passionate about SEND, with the ability to inspire staff, engage with parents, and create a positive, inclusive school culture.

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience in improving outcomes for children, especially those with SEND.
• Vision, innovation, and commitment to excellence, with the ability to motivate and support both staff and students.
• Strong understanding of the SEND landscape, particularly autism, SEMH, and other complex needs.
• Collaborative and approachable leadership style, with a focus on building relationships and fostering an inclusive school culture.
• Dedication to professional development and fostering a learning environment for all staff.

What We Offer:

• The opportunity to make a real difference at a highly regarded special school.
• A supportive leadership team within the Maritime Academy Trust, with access to a network of best practices across multiple schools.
• Continuous CPD opportunities to support your career growth.
• A positive and inclusive working environment where staff wellbeing is a priority.
• National terms and conditions & Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Early access salary scheme and financial advice.

If you're ready to take the next step in your leadership career, apply today. We encourage school visits to see what makes us unique. To arrange a visit, contact the school office at 01634 232589.

For further details, please refer to the Candidate Information Pack. Applications must be submitted via the My New Term website before the deadline. Early applications are encouraged, as we may interview and appoint as applications come in.

About Maritime Academy Trust
Maritime Academy Trust values diversity and equal opportunity. We are committed to building a team with varied backgrounds and perspectives. Our schools are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and pre-employment checks.

More information is available at www.Maritimeacademytrust.org and www.danecourtschool.com.

Information about the school

Danecourt School is part of the Maritime Academy Trust, an innovative partnership of schools in Greenwich, Bexley, Kent, and Medway. Across the Trust, we believe in transforming education through collaboration, creativity, and an entrepreneurial curriculum that equips children with essential life skills.

At Danecourt, we are proud to be a specialist primary school for pupils with a wide range of needs — including complex learning difficulties and autism. Every child here is valued, supported, and challenged to achieve their personal best.

Our mission is to help all pupils become “STARS” -

S - Self reliant T - Team Players A - Aspirational R - Resilient S - Successful

We achieve this through a personalised curriculum tailored to each child’s individual needs. Our highly trained and dedicated staff have the highest expectations for every pupil — celebrating difference, encouraging curiosity, and unlocking potential in every lesson.

Collaboration sits at the heart of all we do. We work closely with families, carers, and specialist agencies to ensure every child thrives academically, emotionally, and socially. Pupil progress and achievement are celebrated in meaningful ways that reflect the uniqueness of each learner.

If you’re interested in joining our community, we warmly welcome you to visit us — meet our pupils and staff, see our approach in action, and experience the truly special atmosphere that defines Danecourt School.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Maritime Academy Trust
• Address:50 John Harrison Way, Greenwich, London, SE10 0BG
• Telephone: 020 8858 0394
• Email: recruitment@maritimeacademytrust.org

Documents

Below are documents that have been added to this vacancy.

• Candidate Application Pack