Gloucester
Full Time | Permanent
An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an ambitious and visionary Headteacher to lead a specialist school in Gloucester supporting children and young people with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), SEND and associated learning needs. This role offers far more than traditional school leadership. It is an opportunity to shape the strategic direction of a growing provision, build an outstanding culture for staff and pupils, and create an environment where every young person can thrive.
We are seeking an inspirational leader who combines educational excellence with compassion, innovation and a deep commitment to inclusion.
The Opportunity
As Headteacher, you will be responsible for the overall leadership, development and performance of the school, ensuring outstanding outcomes for pupils while creating a culture where staff are empowered to deliver their very best.
Working closely with senior leaders, families and external professionals, you will drive school improvement, oversee curriculum development and champion the highest standards of safeguarding, wellbeing and teaching practice.
Key areas of responsibility include:
Providing strategic leadership across all aspects of school life
Driving excellence in teaching, learning and pupil outcomes
Leading and developing a high-performing multidisciplinary team
Creating an ambitious and personalised curriculum for pupils with SEND
Ensuring outstanding safeguarding and pastoral provision
Building strong partnerships with families, local services and the wider community
Leading quality assurance, school improvement and regulatory compliance
Developing future leaders and fostering a culture of professional growthAbout You
You will be an experienced senior leader or Headteacher with a proven track record of improving outcomes and inspiring teams.
We welcome applications from existing Headteachers and exceptional Deputy Headteachers ready to step into their first Headship.
You will bring:
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
Significant leadership experience within education
Strong knowledge of SEND, ASC and inclusive educational practice
A proven record of driving school improvement and raising standards
Experience of leading and developing staff teams
Outstanding communication and stakeholder management skills
Strategic vision combined with operational excellence
A passion for improving the life chances of children and young peopleNPQH or equivalent leadership qualifications would be advantageous.
Why This School?
This is a rare opportunity to lead a specialist school at an exciting stage of development and growth.
You will benefit from:
A competitive salary package
Significant autonomy to shape school strategy and culture
A supportive and collaborative executive leadership team
Ongoing professional development and executive leadership support
The opportunity to make a lasting difference to students, families and staffMost importantly, you will lead a school where relationships matter, individual success is celebrated, and every decision is driven by what is best for children.
Safeguarding
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be subject to enhanced DBS clearance, satisfactory references and all appropriate pre-employment checks.
Applications are welcomed from leaders who share a commitment to inclusion, excellence and transforming outcomes for young people with additional needs.
If you are interested in this Headteacher opportunity, please "Apply Now" or contact The Education Network Birmingham for more information. Not the role for you? Ask about our other leadership opportunities.
The Education Network Offer:
Our specialist team have a combined experience of over 25 years and have unrivalled reputation within the education market, taking great pride in the extremely high service levels that we provide to both our schools and our candidates. Our service is honest and efficient and, in addition to our recruitment solution, we offer the opportunity for additional training and development for our candidates. You will also receive personalised career support from the team.
The opportunity to work in friendly, caring and supportive atmosphere where every child matters. Highly supportive, committed and hard working Consultants who will endeavor to find assignments suited to your needs.
An opportunity to extend your professional development as well as excellent rates of pay.
The Education Network is committed to safe guarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointments will be subject to our stringent vetting procedures, including enhanced DBS checks and references.-
The Education Network is committed to Safer Recruitment and recruits to Compliance+ standards. Any appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check in addition to other safeguarding checks. The Education Network is an equal opportunities employer. The Education Network is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy.
Due to the expected high-volume of applications we receive only short-listed candidates will be contacted within 3 days
Salary description
£74000.00 - £90000.00 per year