Head of School - SEN

Full Time | Permanent
Salary: £69,332 - £76,481 (FL12 - FL16)
40 hours per week

Lead With Purpose. Shape Futures. Drive Meaningful Change.

Simply Education are proud to be working in partnership with a specialist SEN school to recruit an exceptional Head of School to provide strategic leadership and operational excellence within a nurturing and inclusive learning environment.

This is a unique opportunity for a passionate and values-driven leader to make a lasting impact on the lives of children and young people with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and additional needs.

You'll play a key role in shaping school culture, driving standards and creating an environment where pupils, staff and families can thrive.

The Role

As Head of School, you'll work closely with the Principal to lead the day-to-day running of the school while supporting long-term strategic development and school improvement.

You'll oversee quality of education, safeguarding, attendance, wellbeing and operational performance, ensuring pupils receive the highest standard of support and opportunity.

This is a highly rewarding leadership role for someone who is passionate about inclusive education and committed to achieving exceptional outcomes for young people with additional needs.

What You'll Be Doing

• Leading the day-to-day operational management of the school
• Driving pupil attendance, progress and positive outcomes
• Ensuring safeguarding and wellbeing remain central to school culture
• Leading and developing a resilient, high-performing staff team
• Monitoring standards, compliance and school performance data
• Supporting school improvement and strategic development plans
• Working collaboratively with senior leaders, families and external professionals
• Maintaining high standards across teaching, learning and behaviour support

Why Join This Role?

• Opportunity to lead within a specialist SEN environment
• Make a genuine impact on young people's lives and futures
• Supportive and collaborative leadership culture
• Strong focus on wellbeing, inclusion and professional development
• Chance to shape school improvement and influence meaningful change

What We're Looking For

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and NPQH
• Senior leadership experience within education
• Strong understanding of SEND, safeguarding and inclusion
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and managing change
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Resilient, strategic and child-centred leadership style
• Commitment to achieving outstanding outcomes for young people with additional needs

Perks & Benefits

• Fully funded training and ongoing development
• Discounts on shopping, dining, gym memberships and more
• Cycle to Work Scheme and Car Scheme
• Enhanced annual leave, pension, sick pay and life assurance
• 24/7 GP access for you and your household

Apply today or contact Gina at Simply Education to find out more.