Head of School

Head of School

Location:

South Wales

Start Date:

Immediate Start
Salary: £60k

Teacher Active are proud to announce that we are partnering with an outstanding ALN / SEN independent school organisation to place an outstanding Head of School in one of their thriving locations.

As Head of School, you will:

• Provide inspirational leadership that secures high-quality education for all pupils
• Drive ambitious standards and tackle disadvantage to ensure equity and excellence
• Lead a culture of outstanding teaching, curriculum innovation and research-informed practice
• Create an open, collaborative environment where staff flourish and leadership capacity grows
• Serve as Designated Safeguarding Lead, ensuring the highest standards of child protection and wellbeing
• Build strong partnerships with families, the community and external agencies
• Lead school improvement with clarity, accountability and measurable impact

You will be responsible for ensuring the school presents a clear and accurate picture of its performance to stakeholders including the Local Authority, Estyn, and the Welsh Government.

• Leads with integrity, resilience, optimism and moral purpose
• Has experience working within an independent ALN / SEN school association
• Sets uncompromisingly high expectations for pupils and staff
• Has a deep understanding of teaching, learning and curriculum design
• Builds strong, trusting relationships with pupils, parents, staff and governors
• Understands safeguarding responsibilities at the highest level
• Can translate national policy into meaningful school improvement
• Is politically astute and strategically focused
• Champions professional development and succession planning
• Is committed to continuous improvement and outward-facing collaboration

The Head of School will act as Designated Safeguarding Lead, taking responsibility for safeguarding and child protection in line with statutory guidance. This includes working with external agencies and, where required, referrals to the Disclosure and Barring Service and the Education Workforce Council.

Safeguarding is at the heart of everything we do.

• The opportunity to shape strategic direction while leading daily school life
• A strong partnership with Executive leadership
• A culture that values innovation, accountability and professional growth
• The chance to make a transformational difference in young people's lives

Interested? Please contact for an informal discussion or click 'APPLY NOW' and we will be in touch about this fantastic opportunity!
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