Headteacher

Headteacher

Birmingham

September

£50,000 - £65,000 per annum

Are you an experienced Headteacher with a strong background in SEMH and specialist education?

Do you have the leadership skills to open, shape and develop a brand-new school?

Can you inspire staff, students and stakeholders to achieve outstanding outcomes?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a brand-new SEMH school based in the B12 area of Birmingham, who are looking to appoint an experienced Headteacher. The school will provide a safe, inclusive and ambitious environment for students with social, emotional and mental health needs, with a clear focus on outstanding outcomes, safeguarding and positive behaviour.

The school is looking to take on a permanent Headteacher from September, who can lead the strategic and operational development of the provision. The successful Headteacher will be responsible for shaping the curriculum, leading safeguarding, developing staff, meeting Independent School Standards and driving the school towards the highest possible Ofsted outcomes.

The successful Headteacher will have:

• Qualified Teacher Status / QTS or equivalent

• At least three years’ experience as a senior leader within special education or the independent sector

• Strong knowledge of SEMH, safeguarding, child protection and the Independent School Standards

• Experience of curriculum development, assessment, quality assurance and school improvement planning

• Proven ability to lead, motivate and develop staff teams

• Excellent communication skills, resilience and a clear commitment to securing outstanding student outcomes

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A permanent Headteacher opportunity within a brand-new SEMH school

• The opportunity to shape the vision, culture and curriculum from the beginning

• Support from the wider Futures Matter Education group

• Opportunities for continuing professional development

• The chance to build positive relationships with students, families, Local Authorities and external agencies

• A key leadership role focused on school development and continuous improvement

If you are interested in this Headteacher position, then click ‘APPLY NOW’ and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.

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