Don't want to start job in Sept

[theundecided]

I have accepted and signed a contract for a 0.6 job with a private school to start in September. Since I've agreed to this a couple of things have happened and I do not want to work at this school- id rather be unemployed or doing supply for a bit.
The issues are with attitude of SLT and a completely different timetable to the one I was led to believe I'd have. (I've done some supply there to know this )
What are my options to get out of this job? I have a 2 month notice period in the 1st term- can I give it now or does it need to wait until 1st September?
I presume just telling the head I won't be coming isn't legal and will end badly for me!!

That's not the initial of the HM I'm thinking of Far so unfortunately there must be at least 2 of them - and we thought they broke the mold...

Oh dear. There must be!

Hello sorry for lack of update - I got shingles which was grim.
Anyway, I've decided to start in September with the aim of handing my notice in to leave by Christmas. In this time I will apply for January start jobs if they come up- if not successful I'll take on supply from Jan.
As much as I don't want to start my job I feel bad for my friend and colleague In my department if I leave her with no-one.
I maintain that the head is off his trolley and I won't work there longer than 1 term!

Sorry to hear of your illness OP. I hope you are feeling much better now. The job dilemma probably won't have helped your health. Making a firm plan as you have can only be a good thing, even if it involves the difficult compromise of having to work for the blessed man in the first place! At least you will have your friend for support, but try not to get sucked in to staying for longer if it is only in her interests not your's. Go in with a positive attitude, focus on the pupils and remember it's only temporary, but keep a diary of any unacceptable or concerning contact with the HM - it might come in useful if things go belly up. He might not take kindly to your quick getaway. Good luck!

Thanks for your kind advice SpeakOutMum - the kids are very nice at the school so they'll be nice to teach