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Assistant Headteacher

Assistant Head

The Fusion Academy · Leicester · Leicestershire

Job description

ASSISTANT HEADTEACHER - The Fusion Academy

To start October 2026 (earlier or later starts will be considered for the right candidate)

Full time - Permanent

Leadership Scale Point 3 - 8

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 outstanding 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: Friday 26th June 2026

Interviews will be held: Monday 6th July 2026

Induction dates: Week commencing 13th July 2026 or 18th August 2026 induction is required prior to commencement of role

If you would like to book an appointment to visit the school please contact office@thefusionacademy.co.uk

About this school

The Fusion Academy

Free schools special · Ages 7–19

Good
Pupils
93
Avg teacher salary
£42,205
Pupil:teacher ratio
5.5:1
Academy trust
OPEN THINKING PARTNERSHIP

Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25

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Ofsted rating key

OutstandingGoodRequires ImprovementInadequateNot rated

Not rated= no current Ofsted judgement — typically a new school, a recently-converted academy not yet inspected, or a school type Ofsted doesn’t grade.

Location

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Leicester, Leicestershire, LE9 8AG